BuzzNow vs Text messaging
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BuzzNow
This app offers a second phone number for private communication and online verification. Make free international calls and texts, receive verification codes for various platforms, and protect your personal number with burner numbers.
- Free international calls and SMS
- Second phone number/line
- Receive verification codes
- Burner numbers for privacy
- Unlimited Wi-Fi calling and texting
- High-quality voice calls
- Multimedia messaging
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BuzzNow – International Calls, SMS, Privacy Protection, and Easy Code Verification Reception Make global communication more convenient with BuzzNow. No sign-ups, no personal phone number needed—just instant connection. Enjoy free international calls, SMS, and protect your privacy. BuzzNow provides you with a second phone number, a second line, and burner numbers for various use cases, from private communication to online verification. Key Features: Free International Calls and SMS BuzzNow lets you make free calls and send SMS to over 200 countries, including the USA, Canada, India, Bangladesh, Singapore, and more. Whether for personal or business use, get free minutes in each country. Your second phone number keeps you private—the callee won’t see your real number. Get a Second Phone Number Get a second phone number or second line with no extra SIM or eSIM required. Choose your area code for either temporary or permanent use. Protect your personal number while managing multiple communications. Receive Verification Codes BuzzNow provides you with virtual numbers to receive verification codes for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Telegram, Twitter, WhatsApp, Rednote, TikTok, and more. Use burner numbers for anonymous sign-ups without revealing your real phone number. Once registration is complete, delete the number to protect your privacy. Unlimited Wi-Fi Calling and Texting Make unlimited Wi-Fi calls and send text messages globally. No need for 3G/4G data—just an internet connection. Save on international rates while using your second line for high-quality communication. High-Quality Voice Calls With VoIP and HD voice technology, BuzzNow ensures clear calls even in poor network conditions. Whether it’s for personal or business calls, your second phone number guarantees call quality. Multimedia Messaging Send texts, pictures, videos, voice messages, and emojis with your second phone number. Enjoy rich multimedia conversations, keeping your real number secure. Virtual Phone Numbers for Any Use Whether for business, online transactions, or privacy, BuzzNow gives you virtual phone numbers for any need. Choose the duration of use and easily handle communication, verification, and more. Use Cases: Privacy Protection: Use burner numbers for anonymous sign-ups on apps like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and more. Protect your real number when signing up for social apps or online services. Separate Work and Personal Communication: Keep your professional and personal communications separate by using a second phone number for work calls. Quick Sign-Up for Online Platforms: Use BuzzNow to register on apps like Telegram, WhatsApp, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and more. Sign up without exposing your personal number. Secure Transactions: When buying or selling on e-commerce platforms, use a second line for verification. Delete the number after the transaction is complete. Stay in Touch with Family and Friends: Stay connected globally with unlimited Wi-Fi calls and texts. Online Services & Verification: Use your second phone number to receive verification codes for social media, banking apps, and more. It’s perfect for account verification or two-factor authentication. Important Notes: Emergency services (911) are not supported. Enable push notifications to receive messages and calls. Subscription auto-renewal can be turned off 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscription Details: Subscriptions provide phone number reservations with additional credits. Choose from monthly or annual renewals. Payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. You can manage subscriptions in your iTunes Account Settings. No cancellation is allowed during the active period. Contact Us: For support, contact us at: support@yolonumber.com
Text messaging
Consolidate multiple social media accounts and messaging services into a single, streamlined application. Save device storage by accessing various platforms like Instagram, WhatsApp, and Gmail without needing separate apps. Features include dual-account support, customizable interfaces, and enhanced security options.
- Single-click access to multiple apps
- Dual-account support for same platforms
- Customizable interface
- Efficient space saving
- Optional passcode lock
- AI-powered chatbot for messages
- New camera effects for photos/videos
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Messenger All - Dual Messaging is the ultimate solution for integrating multiple social media platforms into one seamless experience. Save valuable phone storage space and run multiple accounts for the same platform on a single device, making it ideal for balancing personal and professional interactions. Highlighted Features: - Single-click Access: Dive into any app instantly with one-click convenience, whether it's Instagram, Snapchat, Gmail, WhatsApp, or Messenger. - Dual-account Support: Seamlessly manage two accounts for the same platform, like multiple Instagram accounts or multiple Snapchat profiles, on your device. - Customisable Interface: Personalise your homepage with preferred applications for quick access, making social media management more efficient. - Efficient Space Usage: Save up to 75% of device storage by not requiring separate applications for each social media platform. - Enhanced Security: Protect your privacy with an optional passcode lock feature, ensuring your multiple accounts are secure. - Usage Insights: Monitor interactions with clear, analytical reports to understand your social media usage better. - SMS Messaging: Send messages with new emojis and unlimited file attachments. Share contacts directly in the message body for convenient communication. - AI Chatbot: Prepare smart emails and SMS with the AI-powered chatbot, making messaging more efficient and personalised. - New Camera Effects: Bring Animoji, filters, text effects, sticker packs, and shapes to the photos and videos you capture in Messages. Quickly read and respond to incoming messages. Advantages: - Free and Lightweight: A free, lightweight alternative to multiple application downloads, ensuring efficient space usage on your device. - Seamless Operation: Operates smoothly across different social platforms for an uninterrupted experience, from managing Instagram accounts to handling WhatsApp profiles. - Frequent Updates: Ensure a growing list of integrated services, including in-demand offerings, to keep your app up-to-date with the latest social media trends. Explore the Features: - Multiple Instagram Accounts: Easily manage multiple Instagram accounts in one app. Switch between several Instagram profiles effortlessly. Handle all your Instagram accounts from a single place. - Multiple Snapchat Accounts: Access and control multiple Snapchat accounts with ease. Manage several Snapchat profiles without logging out. Keep track of all your Snapchat accounts from one app. - Multiple Gmail Accounts: Manage multiple Gmail accounts seamlessly. Switch between various Gmail accounts without hassle. Consolidate all your Gmail accounts into one easy-to-use app. - Multiple WhatsApp Accounts: Run multiple WhatsApp accounts on a single device. Handle different WhatsApp profiles effortlessly. Switch between multiple WhatsApp accounts with ease. - Multiple Messenger Accounts: Manage several Messenger accounts simultaneously. Easily switch between different Messenger profiles. Keep all your Messenger accounts organised in one app. Subscription Details: - - 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, and identify the cost of the renewal. - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable For Further Information: Privacy Policy = https://privacypolicycenter.com/new/view/id6569246841 Terms of Use = https://privacypolicycenter.com/new/terms/id6569246841 EULA = https://privacypolicycenter.com/new/eula/id6569246841
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: BuzzNow at 71% against Text messaging's 0%. BuzzNow also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.0) and ads (none vs shown). 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
Both are free to download. BuzzNow sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Text messaging sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
BuzzNow holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BuzzNow has 598 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of BuzzNow's written reviews are positive against 0% of Text messaging's.
BuzzNow ships an update every 3 weeks, Text messaging every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BuzzNow | Text messaging |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (598 ratings) — better | 3.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 598 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Ningbo Juphoon System Software Co., Ltd. | Krutagna Infotech |
Customer experience
BuzzNow
Text messaging
Bugs and requests
BuzzNow
Reported bugs
2 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
Requested features
1 request- Use coins to get a new number
Text messaging
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
BuzzNow
- US Number Plan Weekly$5.997 Days
- US Number Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- CA Number Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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- CA Number Plan Weekly$5.997 Days
- GB Number Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- GB Number Plan Weekly$7.997 Days
- US Number Plan Monthly$11.991 Month
- US Number Monthly3 Days trial$11.991 Month
- CA Number Monthly3 Days trial$11.991 Month
- GB Number Monthly3 Days trial$12.991 Month
- Yolo Number 10000 credits$1.99
- Yolo Number 25000 credits$4.99
- 27500 Credits$4.99
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- 57500 Credits$9.99
Text messaging
- Monthly Premium Access$0.991 Month
- Yearly Premium Access3 Days trial$9.991 Year
Questions
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