Comparison

VSim vs SMS Code

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

SMS Code

Features
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SMS Code gives you a temporary phone number that receives a one-time verification code, so you never have to hand over your personal number just to finish a sign-up. Pick a service, pick a country, and the number is yours in seconds. The code appears in the app the moment it arrives. HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose the service you need a code for. 2. Choose a country. We show you which ones actually have numbers in stock right now. 3. Tap once. Your temporary number appears with a countdown. 4. The code lands in the app automatically. Copy it and you are done. PAY PER CODE, NOT PER MONTH SMS Code runs on coins. You buy a pack once and spend coins only when you take a number. Nothing renews, nothing is charged monthly, and there is no subscription to cancel. - Packs start at 20 coins, enough for a verification straight away - Every number shows its exact coin price before you confirm it - If no code arrives, release the number and your coins come back - Your balance and every single transaction are listed in the Wallet BUILT AROUND PRIVACY - Your own phone number is never required to use the app - Numbers are temporary and are never handed back to you twice - Sign in with Apple, with Google, or with an email code - Delete your account and everything attached to it from inside Settings, at any time - We never sell your data, and we never ask for your contacts WHY PEOPLE USE IT - Signing up for something without exposing a personal number - Keeping work registrations separate from personal ones - Registering while travelling, when a home number cannot receive SMS abroad - Avoiding the spam that follows a leaked phone number - Getting a code for a service that is not available in your country A REAL CHOICE OF COUNTRIES Numbers across a wide range of countries, with live availability so you are never sold a number that no longer exists. Delivery history is shown for each combination, so you can see what tends to work before you spend anything. If a number does not deliver, take another one in a single tap. AVAILABLE IN TEN LANGUAGES English, Arabic, Chinese, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Turkish, with full right-to-left support. IMPORTANT SMS Code is an independent product of SIMNETIQ LTD. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by or connected to any of the companies or services whose names or logos appear in this app, and no partnership of any kind is implied. All trademarks and logos are the property of their respective owners and are shown only to identify which service a code is for. Use SMS Code only to receive codes for accounts you are entitled to create, and only in a way that complies with the terms of the service you are registering with. Support: https://simnetiq.xyz/support Terms of Service: https://simnetiq.xyz/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://simnetiq.xyz/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

VSim4 screens
SMS Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SMS Code at none against VSim's shown. SMS Code also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). VSim's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, in-app purchases 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 and SMS Code sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VSim ships an update every 2 months, SMS Code fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
VSim versus SMS Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVSimSMS Code
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (16K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews84.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings16K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperElmondSimnetiq

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

SMS Code

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
5 purchases

SMS Code

One-time5
  • 20 Coins$1.99
  • 55 Coins$4.99
  • 120 Coins$9.99
Show 2 more
  • 250 Coins$19.99
  • 700 Coins$49.99

Questions

Is VSim free?
VSim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SMS Code free?
SMS Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do VSim or SMS Code have ads?
VSim shows ads; SMS Code does not.
Which is updated more often, VSim or SMS Code?
VSim ships an update every 2 months, and SMS Code fortnightly. Most recently, VSim was updated on October 14, 2026 and SMS Code on October 8, 2026.

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