# Pager vs Callbot

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Callbot at 68% against Pager's 31%. Callbot also leads on rating (3.9 vs 3.6). Pager's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pager sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and Callbot sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Callbot holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 17 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of Pager's written reviews are positive against 68% of Callbot's.

Pager ships an update every 3 weeks, Callbot every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pager | Callbot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pager/id324459679/reviews) | **[3.9 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/callbot-automated-calling/id825021004/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **17** |
| Positive reviews | 30.8% of reviews | **67.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 132 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AMC Logic LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/324459682) | [Sperry Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/595997039) |

## What reviewers say

### Pager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pager/id324459679)

This app simulates a traditional pager, offering features like delivery confirmation and end-to-end security. Send messages directly from your phone, website, or email, with options for a dedicated touch-tone number for numeric pages.

**Highlights:** Delivery confirmation, End-to-end SSL security, Choice of ringtones, Repeat alerts, Messages to 5 devices, Custom or random pager number, Touch-tone service

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Touch-Tone Service (Monthly) | $19.99 | per month |
| Subscription for 1 month | $4.99 | one-time |
| Subscription for 3 months | $13.99 | one-time |
| Subscription for 1 year | $48.99 | one-time |


### Callbot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/callbot-automated-calling/id825021004)

Automate group calls from your personal phone number to deliver recorded voice messages. Easily create contact groups, record your message, and let the app handle mass outreach. Ideal for event updates, announcements, and notifications without manual calling.

**Highlights:** Create contact groups, Record voice messages, Automated mass calling, Caller ID uses your number, Real-time call results, No computer or contracts needed

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Call up to 20 Contacts | $0.99 | one-time |
| Call up to 40 Contacts | $1.99 | one-time |
| Call up to 60 Contacts | $2.99 | one-time |
| Call up to 80 Contacts | $3.99 | one-time |
| Call up to 100 Contacts | $4.99 | one-time |
| Call up to 120 Contacts | $5.99 | one-time |
| Call up to 140 Contacts | $6.99 | one-time |
| Call up to 160 Contacts | $7.99 | one-time |
| Call up to 180 Contacts | $8.99 | one-time |
| Call up to 200 Contacts | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pager free?

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

### Is Callbot free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pager or Callbot?

Callbot is rated higher. Pager averages 3.6 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Callbot averages 3.9 from 17 ratings.

### Do Pager or Callbot have ads?

Neither Pager nor Callbot shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pager or Callbot?

Pager ships an update every 3 weeks, and Callbot every 2 months. Most recently, Pager was updated on October 15, 2026 and Callbot on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*