# VSim vs Virtual Number & Receive SMS

The clearest difference is rating: VSim at 4.7 against Virtual Number & Receive SMS's 4.1. VSim also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 56%) and ratings volume (17K vs 51). Virtual Number & Receive SMS's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VSim sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Virtual Number & Receive SMS sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

VSim holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VSim has 17K ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of VSim's written reviews are positive against 56% of Virtual Number & Receive SMS's.

VSim ships an update every 2 months, Virtual Number & Receive SMS every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | VSim | Virtual Number & Receive SMS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vsim-sms-verification-code/id1661720255/reviews)** | [4.1 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-number-and-receive-sms/id6740699831/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **17K** | 51 |
| Positive reviews | **84.4% of reviews** | 56.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 46 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Elmond](https://appshunter.io/developer/1837068464) | [Dux Bilisim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1853033280) |

## What reviewers say

### VSim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vsim-sms-verification-code/id1661720255)

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.

**Highlights:** Receive SMS verification codes, Virtual numbers for account activation, In-app message inbox, Privacy protection, Pay-as-you-go credits, Supports popular platforms

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Credit | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30 Credit | $2.99 | one-time |
| 50 Credit | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Credit | $9.99 | one-time |
| 250 Credit | $24.99 | one-time |
| 500 credit | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 User-friendly
- 💡 Innovative features
- 🔒 Secure and reliable
- 🤝 Great customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive pricing
- 📵 Numbers not working as expected
- 🚫 Banned/blocked numbers

**Reported bugs**

- Verification codes not received
- Numbers already in use
- Account bans without explanation

**Requested features**

- Ability to earn free credits
- More number options
- Improved privacy policy
- Better FAQ and community support


### Virtual Number & Receive SMS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-number-and-receive-sms/id6740699831)

This app provides virtual phone numbers for receiving SMS verification codes from various online services and apps. Protect your privacy by not sharing your personal number and get instant verification codes from over 200 countries.

**Highlights:** Virtual numbers for verification, Receive SMS online, Over 200 countries supported, Over 1,000 services, 24/7 support, Verification guarantee, Unlimited SMS reception

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 5 Tokens | $2.49 | per month |
| 10 Tokens | $4.99 | per month |
| Virtual Phone Number | $9.99 | per month |
| 20 Tokens | $9.99 | per month |
| 40 Tokens | $19.99 | per month |
| 80 Tokens | $39.99 | per month |
| 5 Tokens | $3.49 | one-time |
| 10 Tokens | $6.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Phone Number | $9.99 | one-time |
| 20 Tokens | $13.99 | one-time |
| 40 Tokens | $27.99 | one-time |
| 80 Tokens | $54.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good app
- 🤌🏻 Top
- 💡 Helps keep privacy
- 👍 Best platform ever
- 👍 Best application

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Scam and full of lies
- 🐛 They will stole ur money virtually
- 🐛 No number available, misleading messaging

**Reported bugs**

- Couldn't receive number
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VSim free?

VSim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Virtual Number & Receive SMS free?

Virtual Number & Receive SMS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, VSim or Virtual Number & Receive SMS?

VSim is rated higher. VSim averages 4.7 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while Virtual Number & Receive SMS averages 4.1 from 51 ratings.

### Do VSim or Virtual Number & Receive SMS have ads?

VSim shows ads; Virtual Number & Receive SMS does not.

### Which is updated more often, VSim or Virtual Number & Receive SMS?

VSim ships an update every 2 months, and Virtual Number & Receive SMS every 8 days. Most recently, VSim was updated on October 21, 2026 and Virtual Number & Receive SMS on October 21, 2026.

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