Comparison

VSim vs TheSafeGrid

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

Head to head
About

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.

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
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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

About

TheSafeGrid

Features
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TheSafeGrid helps parents guide healthy digital habits and keep family devices safer. Set up parent and child devices in minutes using a Family Code or QR connection, then manage protection tools from one place. Key features: App blocking controls to reduce distractions and limit unwanted apps Screen time tracking and activity insights for better daily routines Website/content filtering with quick block categories Parent-child device pairing and family management tools Alerts and notifications for important device activity Child-friendly protection experience with clear blocked-screen messaging Built for families who want practical, easy-to-use controls without complicated setup.

Screenshots

VSim4 screens
TheSafeGrid4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TheSafeGrid at none against VSim's 6. TheSafeGrid also leads on ads (none vs shown). VSim's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price 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. VSim sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. TheSafeGrid asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
VSim versus TheSafeGrid: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVSimTheSafeGrid
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (16K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews84.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings16K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperElmondEyooz

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

TheSafeGrid

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

VSim

One-time6
  • 10 Credit$0.99
  • 30 Credit$2.99
  • 50 Credit$4.99
Show 3 more
  • 100 Credit$9.99
  • 250 Credit$24.99
  • 500 credit$49.99
None

TheSafeGrid

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VSim free?
VSim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TheSafeGrid free?
TheSafeGrid is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VSim or TheSafeGrid have ads?
VSim shows ads; TheSafeGrid does not.

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