Comparison

SMS client vs Get SMS Code

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

Head to head
About

SMS client

Compose and send SMS messages from your Mac using your iPhone. This app connects to a companion Mac application, allowing you to manage contacts, send to individuals or groups, and utilize message templates. Confirmation on your iPhone is required for security.

Highlights
  • Send SMS from Mac
  • Utilize iPhone for sending
  • Access Apple Contacts
  • Send to individuals or groups
  • Import groups from CSV
  • Create message templates
  • View sending history
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Type SMS messages on your Mac computer and send them via your iPhone. This iPhone client application requires Mac version of SMS sender, which can be downloaded from the App Store. Your iPhone and the Mac computer must be on the same network. Other features of SMS client and SMS sender: - auto connecting to iPhone SMS client - reading recipients directly from Apple Contacts - sending messages to an individual recipient or to a group - import a group from a csv file - creating message templates - history of sending - recent recipients list Sending the SMS message must be confirmed on the iPhone due to security reasons - this confirmation is a feature of the Apple developing environment, in which the "SMS client" application is written. It is not possible to send a message without such a confirmation. !!! Important connection information !!! Both your Mac and your iPhone must be on the same Wi-Fi network. SMS sender and SMS client use a standard Apple Bonjour service for discovering devices on the network, applications use an arbitrary port number between 49152 and 65535 (as any other third-party application). If SMS sender is not able to find your iPhone on the network, it seems that ports 49152-65535 are blocked in your computer or in the router. Then, restart the router, the computer and relaunch the application on your iPhone.

About

Get SMS Code

Acquire virtual phone numbers to receive verification codes from popular online services like WhatsApp, Tinder, and Facebook. Protect your privacy, create secondary accounts, or bypass regional restrictions with numbers from various countries. Enjoy swift access, transparent pricing, and a secure, anonymous experience.

Highlights
  • Virtual number acquisition
  • SMS verification code reception
  • Support for popular online services
  • Global country availability
  • Anonymous registration
  • Transparent pricing
Features
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Introducing our application, which enables you to acquire a virtual number capable of receiving messages from popular online services such as WhatsApp, Tinder, Facebook, Gmail, Telegram, and more. Key advantages include: * Swift access to virtual numbers * Extensive support for various online services * Availability of numbers in nearly all countries * Transparent pricing * Emphasis on reliability, security, and anonymity Why might you need it? * To create an additional account on an online service without possessing a secondary number * To register on an online platform while prioritizing anonymity and safeguarding against marketing communications or personal data leaks * When registration on certain services is not accessible in your country, necessitating a number from another country. How does it operate? * Choose the service for registration (e.g., WhatsApp, Tinder, Facebook) * Select the country to purchase a number (our app supports most countries) * Rent a number and input it into the chosen service * In a matter of minutes, receive a message containing an activation code! Join and make the most of our application! Learn more at: https://api.get-sms-code.com/terms.html For any questions or suggestions, we eagerly await your feedback: support@get-sms-code.com

Screenshots

SMS client2 screens
Get SMS Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Get SMS Code at 4.5 against SMS client's 2.0. Get SMS Code also leads on ratings volume (2.8K vs 2) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 5 months). SMS client's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, ads 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. Get SMS Code sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. SMS client asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Get SMS Code holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Get SMS Code has 2.8K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of SMS client's written reviews are positive against 20% of Get SMS Code's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SMS client ships an update every 5 months, Get SMS Code every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
SMS client versus Get SMS Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSMS clientGet SMS Code
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (2 ratings)4.5 (2.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.8% of reviews20.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings22.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMacMediaAPPSTER LIMITED

Customer experience

SMS client

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews184 reviews
Positive16.8%
Neutral6.0%
Negative77.2%

Get SMS Code

All ratings2,796 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral3.1%
Negative10.3%
Written reviews195 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral2.1%
Negative77.9%

User reviews

SMS client

From 2 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ⌨️ Easier typing on Mac keyboard
  • ⏱️ Saves time for long messages
  • ✅ Works as advertised (for some)
  • 💡 Good idea for an app

Room to improve

  • ⚠️ Must press send on iPhone
  • 🔌 Connection drops frequently
  • ⏳ Cumbersome setup and reconnection
  • 📱 No incoming message display on Mac
  • 💸 Waste of money/time

Get SMS Code

From 2.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Useful app
  • 🚀 Quick verification
  • 💡 Supports many services

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Doesn't work as advertised
  • 🔒 Scam/Fraudulent app
  • 🔒 Coins/money disappear
  • 🐛 Verification codes not received

Bugs and requests

SMS client

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Send button not clickable
  • Recipients overlayed on message
  • Connection failed
  • App crashes frequently
  • Doesn't connect to iPhone
Show 2 more
  • Disconnects when phone goes to sleep
  • Disconnects when app is in background

Requested features

10 requests
  • Enable automatic sending from Mac
  • Allow iPhone app to run in background
  • Display incoming messages on Mac
  • Improve connection stability
  • Simplify setup process
Show 5 more
  • Enable USB connection option
  • Allow sending without unlocking iPhone
  • Improve computer UI
  • Allow sending messages without touching the phone
  • Import message folders

Get SMS Code

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Compatibility issues with certain services
  • Unreliable service, numbers not working

Requested features

2 requests
  • Improve app functionality
  • Provide better customer support

In-app purchases

None

SMS client

No in-app purchases

13 purchases

Get SMS Code

One-time13
  • 25 Credits Pack$0.39
  • 100 Credits$0.49
  • 100 Credits Pack$0.99
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  • 200 Credits$0.99
  • 300 Credits$1.49
  • 200 Credits Pack$1.99
  • 500 Credits$2.49
  • 300 Credits Pack$2.99
  • 1000 Credits$4.49
  • 500 Credits Pack$4.99
  • 1000 Credits Pack$9.99
  • 1500 Credits Pack$14.99
  • 2000 Credits Pack$19.99

Questions

Is SMS client free?
SMS client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Get SMS Code free?
Get SMS Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SMS client or Get SMS Code?
Get SMS Code is rated higher. SMS client averages 2.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Get SMS Code averages 4.5 from 2.8K ratings.
Do SMS client or Get SMS Code have ads?
Neither SMS client nor Get SMS Code shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SMS client or Get SMS Code?
SMS client ships an update every 5 months, and Get SMS Code every 5 weeks. Most recently, SMS client was updated on September 9, 2026 and Get SMS Code on September 23, 2026.

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