Comparison

Mobex SMS vs H1 SMS Gate

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Mobex SMS

Send and receive SMS messages on iOS devices using a virtual number that syncs with your desktop application. Integrate with Microsoft 365 for secure, single sign-on access and text contacts from Outlook or your employee directory. Archive messages for compliance.

Highlights
  • Send/receive SMS on iOS
  • Virtual number support
  • Microsoft 365 integration
  • Text Outlook/Employee Directory contacts
  • Synchronized desktop app
  • Secure message storage
  • Automatic message archiving
Features
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Send/receive SMS messages on your iOS mobile devices, using the same Mobex SMS virtual number you text with on your Microsoft 365 desktop. Start a conversation on, say,  your Microsoft Teams desktop, and keep it going when you’re on the move. Text using a virtual number in your own local area or country code, or simply use your existing business number to text and call. Mobex SMS is fully integrated with Microsoft 365 so you can enjoy single sign-on security via Microsoft authentication and send messages to your contacts stored in Outlook, your employee directory or mobile phone. As new texts arrive, Mobex SMS will alert you on all your mobile devices and desktop applications, and because it stores every text message securely in Microsoft Azure, you can archive them as email to stay fully compliant.   • Easy to use  • Virtual number  • Text Outlook and Employee Directory Contacts  • Synchronized with Desktop App  • Live message status notifications  • Secure Access & Message Storage  • Automatic Message Archive  • No SIM card required

About

H1 SMS Gate

Features
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H1 SMS simplifies the complexity of managing SMS communications across multiple phone numbers and regions with a seamless, unified interface. Whether you're handling messages from different carriers or locations, H1 SMS lets you effortlessly read, send, and organize your SMS messages from one place. Key Features: Multi-Number Support: Consolidate SMS messages from various numbers into a single, easy-to-navigate interface. Secure User Registration: Sign up and manage your account with ease, backed by a robust cloud-based enterprise solution. PIN Code Security: Log in securely with a PIN code, ensuring your SMS data remains inaccessible to unauthorized users. Data Backup and Recovery: Your messages are securely backed up to the cloud, allowing you to restore them quickly and continue communication seamlessly, even in case of device loss. Top-Notch Encryption: All data is encrypted with cutting-edge protocols, ensuring the confidentiality and security of your SMS communications. H1 SMS is designed to bring all your SMS accounts into one streamlined app, making it easier than ever to stay organized and connected.

Screenshots

Mobex SMS4 screens
H1 SMS Gate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: H1 SMS Gate at every 2 weeks against Mobex SMS's every 6 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mobex SMS ships an update every 6 weeks, H1 SMS Gate every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 5, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Mobex SMS versus H1 SMS Gate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobex SMSH1 SMS Gate
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB30 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMobex, IncorporatedWEALTHCODERS LIMITED

In-app purchases

None

Mobex SMS

No in-app purchases

None

H1 SMS Gate

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mobex SMS free?
Mobex SMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is H1 SMS Gate free?
H1 SMS Gate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mobex SMS or H1 SMS Gate have ads?
Neither Mobex SMS nor H1 SMS Gate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mobex SMS or H1 SMS Gate?
Mobex SMS ships an update every 6 weeks, and H1 SMS Gate every 2 weeks. Most recently, Mobex SMS was updated on June 5, 2026 and H1 SMS Gate on September 12, 2026.

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