# SMS Verification vs VSim

The clearest difference is review sentiment: VSim at 85% against SMS Verification's 20%. VSim also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (16K vs 717). SMS Verification's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SMS Verification sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and VSim sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

VSim holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VSim has 16K ratings behind it against 717, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of SMS Verification's written reviews are positive against 85% of VSim's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SMS Verification | VSim |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (717 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sms-verification-phoneverify/id1607394110/reviews) | **[4.7 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vsim-sms-verification-code/id1661720255/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 717 | **16K** |
| Positive reviews | 19.6% of reviews | **84.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 82 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TECHOOK, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1771079731) | [Elmond](https://appshunter.io/developer/1837068464) |

## What reviewers say

### SMS Verification

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sms-verification-phoneverify/id1607394110)

Obtain temporary U.S. phone numbers for app and service verification without revealing your personal number. Receive verification codes instantly and securely.

**Highlights:** Temporary U.S. phone numbers, App and service verification, Instant SMS code reception, One-click verification process, Affordable temporary numbers

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Buy Service Verification | $1.99 | one-time |
| Buy Service Verification | $2.99 | one-time |
| Buy Service Verification | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Great tool for phone number verification
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick verification process

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Verification codes not working
- 💰 Charges without providing service
- 🔒 No customer support or refund options
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance

**Reported bugs**

- Verification codes not received
- Purchased numbers not working
- Charges not reversed for failed transactions

**Requested features**

- Provide history of past purchases
- Allow reusing previously obtained numbers


### VSim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vsim-sms-verification-code/id1661720255)

Get a temporary virtual phone number to receive SMS verification codes without revealing your personal number. Activate accounts quickly and maintain privacy from unwanted spam. All messages are conveniently stored within the app.

**Highlights:** Receive SMS verification codes, Virtual numbers for account activation, In-app message inbox, Privacy protection, Pay-as-you-go credits, Supports popular platforms

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Credit | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30 Credit | $2.99 | one-time |
| 50 Credit | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Credit | $9.99 | one-time |
| 250 Credit | $24.99 | one-time |
| 500 credit | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 User-friendly
- 💡 Innovative features
- 🔒 Secure and reliable
- 🤝 Great customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive pricing
- 📵 Numbers not working as expected
- 🚫 Banned/blocked numbers

**Reported bugs**

- Verification codes not received
- Numbers already in use
- Account bans without explanation

**Requested features**

- Ability to earn free credits
- More number options
- Improved privacy policy
- Better FAQ and community support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SMS Verification free?

SMS Verification is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is VSim free?

VSim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SMS Verification or VSim?

VSim is rated higher. SMS Verification averages 4.4 out of 5 from 717 ratings, while VSim averages 4.7 from 16K ratings.

### Do SMS Verification or VSim have ads?

VSim shows ads; SMS Verification does not.

### Which is updated more often, SMS Verification or VSim?

SMS Verification ships an update every 2 months, and VSim every 2 months. Most recently, SMS Verification was updated on October 14, 2026 and VSim on October 14, 2026.

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