Comparison

textPlus vs localplugz

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

Head to head
About

textPlus

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
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Bringing you free texting, free picture messaging, a free US phone number, free inbound phone calls, and cheap outbound phone calls for nearly a decade! Works over WiFi or data to keep you connected with family and friends around the globe. text+ gives you: - A free US Phone number so friends can call & text you (you pick the area code) - Free texting (SMS, MMS + group chat) to any US or Canadian mobile number - Free inbound phone calls - Toll-free calling from anywhere in the world with no restrictions! - Inexpensive outbound phone calls - Works great over WiFi so you don’t even need a 3G/4G connection. - No contracts, no “surprise” costs. - Turn your iPod touch and iPad into a phone! Why keep paying for expensive mobile phone plans when you can switch to text+ and save $$$! IN APP SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS - If you choose to subscribe to a plan, you will be charged a price according to the plan selected in your country. The price will be shown in the app before you complete the payment. - Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of your current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, at the purchase price listed above - You may manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your iTunes Account Settings and then “Manage Subscriptions” * IMPORTANT: - We do not support 911 in the US - In order to place most outbound phone calls you will need to purchase credits within the App - If push notifications are not enabled, you may not receive messages and calls Terms of Use: https://textplus.com/textplus-terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://textplus.com/textplus-privacy-policy/ Subscription Products: • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication

About

localplugz

Features
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*LocalPlugz: Your All-in-One App for Local Services* Looking for a reliable service provider?  LocalPlugz is your ultimate solution to connect with trusted local experts — all in one place! Whether it’s transportation, beauty, mechanics, or art and design, we’ve got you covered. Why Choose LocalPlugz? • All-in-One Convenience: Access multiple services in one app—no need for multiple platforms. • Wide Range of Options: From rides to haircuts, car repairs, and creative design, find everything you need. • Trusted Professionals: Connect with verified and experienced providers near you. • Community-Focused: Support local businesses and professionals in your area. Stop juggling different apps for your daily needs—LocalPlugz simplifies your life with a seamless, all-in-one platform. Download now and experience the smarter way to connect with local services! for account deletion https://www.kenutek.com/accounts/deletion/

Screenshots

textPlus4 screens
localplugz4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: localplugz at none against textPlus's 10. localplugz also leads on ads (none vs shown). textPlus's advantage is chart position (#81 vs unranked). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. textPlus sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. localplugz asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
textPlus versus localplugz: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametertextPluslocalplugz
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (272K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews40.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings272K — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#81 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size201 MB109 MB
Age rating17+4+
DevelopertextPlus, Inc.KENUTEK LLC

Bugs and requests

textPlus

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • 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

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

localplugz

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

textPlus

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Bundle Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Keep Phone Number$9.991 Year
  • Premium Number Bundle Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time6
  • 40 Minutes$0.99
  • $0.99 in Calling Credits$0.99
  • 99¢ in textPlus Credit2 variants$0.99
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  • 100 Credits$0.99
  • 100 Minutes$1.99
  • $1.99 in Calling Credits$1.99
None

localplugz

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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