Comparison

Verifyr vs SMS Proxy

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

Head to head
About

Verifyr

Enhance your online security with two-factor authentication codes and virtual phone numbers for receiving SMS and calls. This app generates one-time passwords that work offline, offering an extra layer of protection for your accounts.

Highlights
  • Generate one-time passwords (OTP)
  • Virtual phone numbers for SMS/calls
  • Works offline
  • Automatic setup with QR code
  • Backup and restore accounts
  • Support for time and counter codes
Features
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With Verifyr you can use two-step verification (2FA) for all providers. This gives you additional protection every time you log in to services all around. Two-step verification (two-factor authentication) requires both your password and a verification code, which you can generate with this app. Once configured, you will receive confirmation codes even if there is no network or cellular connection. NEW: Add virtual phone numbers to receive text message and voice calls online for any verification. Get second numbers additional to your authenticator Verifyr is compatible with all major services that offer 2FA / OTP codes generation. Available features include: - Free authenticator to generate one-time passwords (OTP) – Automatic setup with QR code – Multiple accounts supported – Support of a time and counter controlled code generation - Easily backup and restore your accounts – No registration – Free OTP manager – Works completely offline - Add virtual phone numbers to receive text and voice online - Second numbers and temp online numbers - Cheap phone numbers To use Verifyr, you need to turn on 2-step verification from a service like Google, Microsoft, Twitter, or Facebook. I already use Google Authenticator, can I switch to Verifyr? Yes! Simply create an account in Verifyr using your secret code I already use Microsoft Authenticator, can I switch to Verifyr? Yes! Simply create an account in Verifyr using your secret code Unlike other one-time password (OTP) generators, you are never tied down with Verifyr. You can always view, export and integrate your setup keys with another app that offers dual authentication. How does the creation of one-time passwords using Verifyr work? Verifyr generates OTP passwords based on time (TOTP) or counter (HOTP) authentications. TOTP is a time-based one-time password. These are usually valid for 30 seconds and consist of 6 digits to verify you with your service. This is the most common way to create one-time passwords for your dual authentication HOTP The "H" in HOTP stands for Hash-based Message Authentication Code (HMAC). This is incremented based on a counter. The generated code is valid until you actively request another one and it is validated by the authentication server. Virtual phone numbers Add phone numbers to receive SMS and calls online with a second number Payments and Renewal: - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. - You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active period. Terms of use: https://www.verifyr.com/en/terms Privacy policy: https://www.verifyr.com/en/privacy

About

SMS Proxy

Get temporary phone numbers to receive SMS codes for online sign-ups and promotions. Protect your real number by using burner numbers on various websites and apps. No account creation is needed.

Highlights
  • Temporary/burner phone numbers
  • Receive SMS codes
  • Sign up for online services
  • No account required
  • Supports 100+ numbers
  • No tracking or analytics
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SMS Proxy lets you receive verification codes on a shared phone number, so you can sign up for forums, shopping sites and app tests without giving out your own. Pick a number, paste it into the form and watch the code arrive with SMS Proxy Pro. The numbers are shared, so others can see the same messages. Use them for low-stakes sign-ups and testing, never for banking, payments or any account you need to keep. • Code detection — picks out the code, not prices or dates, and one tap copies it • Live inbox — new messages appear on their own while the app is open • Live Activities — on iPhone and iPad, see the newest code on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island • Siri and Shortcuts — ask for the latest code from a number, or use it in a shortcut • Search or random — find a number by its digits, or jump to a random one No account, no ads and no tracking. Also available for iPad, Mac and Apple Vision Pro. Browsing the number list is free. Reading messages, copying numbers and codes, Live Activities, and code lookups with Siri and Shortcuts need SMS Proxy Pro, available as a monthly or yearly subscription with a free trial for new subscribers. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel it in Settings › Apple Account › Subscriptions. Privacy Policy: https://smsproxy.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://smsproxy.app/terms

Screenshots

Verifyr4 screens
SMS Proxy3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SMS Proxy at 3.7 against Verifyr's 1.0. SMS Proxy also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (6 vs 1). Verifyr's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Verifyr sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and SMS Proxy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SMS Proxy holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SMS Proxy has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Verifyr ships an update every 4 months, SMS Proxy every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Verifyr versus SMS Proxy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVerifyrSMS Proxy
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)3.7 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—20.0% of reviews
Number of ratings16 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB28 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGeekmeAlexandre Reol

Customer experience

Verifyr

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

SMS Proxy

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Verifyr

Subscriptions6
  • Single UK$9.991 Month
  • Single CA$9.991 Month
  • Single US$9.991 Month
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  • Basic US$16.001 Month
  • Basic US, UK$16.001 Month
  • Basic CA$16.001 Month
One-time4
  • 10 Credits$13.99
  • 25 Credits$34.99
  • 250 Credits$349.99
Show 1 more
  • 500 Credits$699.99
2 purchases

SMS Proxy

Subscriptions2
  • SMS Proxy Pro3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • SMS Proxy Pro3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Verifyr free?
Verifyr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SMS Proxy free?
SMS Proxy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Verifyr or SMS Proxy?
SMS Proxy is rated higher. Verifyr averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while SMS Proxy averages 3.7 from 6 ratings.
Do Verifyr or SMS Proxy have ads?
Neither Verifyr nor SMS Proxy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Verifyr or SMS Proxy?
Verifyr ships an update every 4 months, and SMS Proxy every 6 weeks. Most recently, Verifyr was updated on November 3, 2026 and SMS Proxy on November 3, 2026.

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