VSim vs Tariff Reckoner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VSim
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.
- Receive SMS verification codes
- Virtual numbers for account activation
- In-app message inbox
- Privacy protection
- Pay-as-you-go credits
- Supports popular platforms
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VSim — Virtual Number for SMS Verification Need an SMS verification code without sharing your personal phone number? VSim gives you a virtual number to receive SMS verification codes online, so you can activate accounts quickly and keep your real number private. What you can do with VSim * Receive SMS Verification Codes: Use a virtual number to get login and verification codes directly inside the app. * Fast & Simple Activation: Choose a country and service, copy the number, and verify in minutes. * In-App Inbox: All received messages appear in one place for a smooth verification experience. * Privacy-Focused: Keep your real phone number off websites and apps to reduce unwanted spam. * Pay-As-You-Go Credits: Transparent pricing. If no SMS is received within the allowed time, your credit is automatically refunded. How it works 1. Select a country and service 2. Copy the provided number and use it for verification 3. Receive the SMS code in the VSim inbox VSim can be used for verification on many popular platforms, including WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Google, Snapchat, Tinder, Vinted, and more (availability varies by country and service). Privacy Policy: https://vsimapp.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://vsimapp.com/terms-of-use
Tariff Reckoner
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To use this app, select your customer type and your computation preference, i.e. whether you want to compute amounts (GHS) from consumed electricity (kWh) or water (m3) units and vice versa. The app has the functionality to compute Net Metering Tariffs and incorporates the PECE App. Please note that application results are for monthly computations ONLY.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tariff Reckoner at none against VSim's 6. Tariff Reckoner also leads on ads (none vs shown). VSim's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence 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. VSim sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Tariff Reckoner asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VSim | Tariff Reckoner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (16K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 84.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 16K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Elmond | Public Utilities Regulatory Commission |
Bugs and requests
VSim
Reported bugs
3 issues- Verification codes not received
- Numbers already in use
- Account bans without explanation
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to earn free credits
- More number options
- Improved privacy policy
- Better FAQ and community support
Tariff Reckoner
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
VSim
- 10 Credit$0.99
- 30 Credit$2.99
- 50 Credit$4.99
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- 100 Credit$9.99
- 250 Credit$24.99
- 500 credit$49.99
Tariff Reckoner
No in-app purchases









