Comparison

APhone vs #Phone

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

Head to head
About

APhone

Obtain US, Canada, or UK phone numbers for private calls and texts. Manage multiple numbers on one device, save on international calls, and enjoy free incoming calls and SMS. Ideal for personal privacy or business expansion.

Highlights
  • US, Canada, UK second phone numbers
  • Global texting and calling
  • Private and business numbers
  • Save on international calls
  • Manage multiple numbers
  • Free voicemail
  • Burner numbers
Features
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Get a second phone number in minutes — keep your personal number private and stay connected worldwide. Choose a US, Canada, or UK virtual number for calls, texts, and SMS verification, with affordable international rates built in. KEY BENEFITS - Keep your real number private with a second line - Get a US, Canada, or UK number instantly - Affordable international calls and SMS - Use multiple numbers on a single device - Works on Wi-Fi or cellular data — no SIM required EASY SETUP 1. Sign in with your Apple or Google account 2. Choose your second phone number 3. Pay securely through the App Store PRICING - Second numbers from just $1.99/month - Free incoming calls & SMS on most numbers - Low international calling rates - No contracts — cancel anytime POPULAR USES - Privacy: Use a second number for dating apps, online accounts, and SMS verification - Family & Friends: Stay connected with affordable calls and texts - Travel: Get a local number while abroad and avoid roaming fees WHY APHONE? - Instant second number activation - Free voicemail included - Use your number across iPhone and iPad - Reliable HD calling and texting - Simple, intuitive interface Download APhone today and get your second number in minutes. Need help? Visit https://aphone.app

About

#Phone

Obtain a dedicated second phone number for calls and SMS directly from your device. This app allows you to separate personal and work communications, protect your privacy, and manage your contacts with ease. Enjoy HD voice quality and a smart dialer without needing an extra SIM card.

Highlights
  • Dedicated second phone number
  • Make calls and send SMS
  • HD voice quality
  • Smart dialer
  • Private and secure communication
  • No extra SIM card needed
Features
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Welcome to #Phone - your second phone number for calling and SMS. Stay connected effortlessly with #Phone, the all-in-one app for calling and messaging. With #Phone, you can get your own dedicated phone number and use it to make calls and send SMS messages directly from your iPhone or iPad. No extra SIM card required. #Phone makes it easy to separate your personal and work communications, protect your privacy, and stay in control. Start with a free trial and experience how simple it is to use a second phone number. Key Features: • Personal Phone Number: Get your own dedicated phone number with the US area code of your choice. Ideal for personal, business, or online use. • Call and SMS Messaging: Make calls and send SMS messages using your second phone number. • HD Voice Quality: Enjoy clear and reliable voice calls. • Smart Dialer: Quickly find contacts and place calls with an intuitive dialer. • Private and Secure: Designed with privacy in mind to help keep your communications separate and under your control. • Second Phone Number: Use a second number without needing another device or SIM card. Why Choose #Phone? • Keep Your Personal Number Private: Use your second number for calls, messages, and online services. • Reliable Communication: Make and receive calls and SMS messages when you need them. • Simple and Easy to Use: Clean interface designed for everyday use. • Flexible Use Cases: Ideal for business, travel, online registrations, and personal privacy. • Support Available: Customer support is available if you need assistance. Download #Phone today and experience a simple and reliable way to call and send SMS with your second phone number. By using #Phone, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: Privacy Policy: https://phoneapp-core.web.app/privacy_policy.html Terms of Use: https://phoneapp-core.web.app/terms.html

Screenshots

APhone4 screens
#Phone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: #Phone at 4.5 against APhone's 3.7. #Phone also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (188 vs 15). APhone's advantage is review sentiment (36% vs 0%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. APhone sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and #Phone sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

#Phone holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: #Phone has 188 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 36% of APhone's written reviews are positive against 0% of #Phone's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

APhone ships an update every 6 weeks, #Phone every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
APhone versus #Phone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAPhone#Phone
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (15 ratings)4.5 (188 ratings) — better
Positive reviews35.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15188 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB45 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSENATEL LTD.CurrentBlack LLC

Customer experience

APhone

All ratings16 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral18.8%
Negative18.8%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive35.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative57.1%

#Phone

All ratings186 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral2.7%
Negative8.6%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

APhone

One-time6
  • APhone Credit $1.99$1.99
  • APhone Credit $2.99$2.99
  • APhone Credit $9.99$9.99
Show 3 more
  • APhone Credit $14.99$14.99
  • APhone Credit $19.99$19.99
  • APhone Credit $24.99$24.99
8 purchases

#Phone

Subscriptions7
  • 1 Week$2.997 Days
  • 1 Week$5.997 Days
  • 1 Month2 variants$6.991 Month
Show 4 more
  • 1 Week3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • 1 Month$9.991 Month
  • 1 Year$24.991 Year
  • 1 Year2 variants$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Change Phone Number$2.99

Questions

Is APhone free?
APhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is #Phone free?
#Phone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, APhone or #Phone?
#Phone is rated higher. APhone averages 3.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while #Phone averages 4.5 from 188 ratings.
Do APhone or #Phone have ads?
APhone shows ads; #Phone does not.
Which is updated more often, APhone or #Phone?
APhone ships an update every 6 weeks, and #Phone every 3 weeks. Most recently, APhone was updated on November 7, 2026 and #Phone on November 4, 2026.

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