# textPlus vs 2nd

The clearest difference is monetization model: textPlus at free with in-app purchases against 2nd's subscription. textPlus also leads on ratings volume (272K vs 2.2K) and chart position (#88 vs unranked). 2nd's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. textPlus sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and 2nd sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for textPlus against 4.7 for 2nd. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: textPlus has 272K ratings behind it against 2.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 41% of textPlus's written reviews are positive against 37% of 2nd's.

textPlus ships an update monthly, 2nd every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | textPlus | 2nd |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (272K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textplus-text-message-plus-call/id314487667/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2nd-second-line-phone-number/id1636304042/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **272K** | 2.2K |
| Positive reviews | **40.7% of reviews** | 37.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#88** | — |
| Size | 201 MB | 155 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [textPlus, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/306523812) | [Gurman Galychina LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1450092250) |

## What reviewers say

### textPlus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textplus-text-message-plus-call/id314487667)

**Currently charting:** #88 Top Free · Utilities, #142 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Get a free US phone number for unlimited texting and calling over WiFi or data. Save money on mobile plans by using this app to connect with friends and family globally. Offers inexpensive outbound calls and can turn tablets into phones.

**Highlights:** Free US phone number, Unlimited free texting (SMS, MMS, group chat), Free inbound calls, Inexpensive outbound calls, Works over WiFi, Turn tablets into phones

**Features:** Siri integration, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Bundle Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Keep Phone Number | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium Number Bundle Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Number - 1 Year | $0.99 | one-time |
| 40 Minutes | $0.99 | one-time |
| $0.99 in Calling Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 99¢ in textPlus Credit | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 Minutes | $1.99 | one-time |
| $1.99 in Calling Credits | $1.99 | one-time |
| $5.49 in Calling Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| $4.99 in textPlus Credit | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Game-changing app
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Fast and reliable texting and calling
- 💡 Useful additional features
- 👍 Great customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable notifications
- 🔋 Frequent ads interrupting usage
- 🐛 Inconsistent call and messaging functionality
- 🔒 Security and privacy concerns
- 🐛 Frequent glitches and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to get new phone numbers
- Randomly logging users out of accounts
- Delayed or undelivered messages
- Calls not connecting properly
- Incompatibility with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Upgrade options for better features
- Improved notification system
- Reduce intrusive ads
- Expand international support
- Add more customization options


### 2nd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2nd-second-line-phone-number/id1636304042)

Get a private second phone number for personal and business use without needing an extra SIM card. Make calls and send texts internationally at no extra cost. Ideal for travel, online marketplaces, and managing multiple contacts.

**Highlights:** Separate personal and business lines, International calling and texting, Choose from available numbers, SMS/MMS messaging, Contact management, Name Number feature

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (Weekly with Trial) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium, Extra (Weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Subscription (Weekly) | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Subscription (Weekly) | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Subscription (Intro) | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium (Monthly) | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium (Monthly with Trial) | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium (6 Months with Trial) | $49.99 | per 6 months |
| 100 Credits Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| 200 Credits Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Credits Pack (Special) | $16.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fastest texting app
- 🤍 Nice app
- 🚀 Text fast

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Purchase required
- 💰 Charges without notice
- 🔒 No customer support
- 🐛 Doesn't work with verification
- 🐛 Unreliable message delivery

**Reported bugs**

- Verification issues
- Unreliable message delivery
- Charging issues

**Requested features**

- Free trial option
- Refund policy
- Better customer support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is textPlus free?

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

### Is 2nd free?

2nd is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, textPlus or 2nd?

2nd is rated higher. textPlus averages 4.6 out of 5 from 272K ratings, while 2nd averages 4.7 from 2.2K ratings.

### Do textPlus or 2nd have ads?

Both textPlus and 2nd show ads.

### Which is updated more often, textPlus or 2nd?

textPlus ships an update monthly, and 2nd every 2 weeks. Most recently, textPlus was updated on September 28, 2026 and 2nd on September 26, 2026.

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