# SMS client vs InstAddr

The clearest difference is review sentiment: InstAddr at 86% against SMS client's 17%. InstAddr also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (956 vs 2). SMS client's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. InstAddr sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. SMS client asks for nothing beyond the download.

InstAddr holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: InstAddr has 956 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 86% of InstAddr's.

SMS client ships an update every 5 months, InstAddr monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SMS client | InstAddr |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sms-client/id379141837/reviews) | **[4.5 (956 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instaddr/id806157957/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **956** |
| Positive reviews | 16.8% of reviews | **86.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MacMedia](https://appshunter.io/developer/322441361) | [Aki Ueno](https://appshunter.io/developer/717956926) |

## What reviewers say

### SMS client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sms-client/id379141837)

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Send button not clickable
- Recipients overlayed on message
- Connection failed
- App crashes frequently
- Doesn't connect to iPhone

**Requested features**

- Enable automatic sending from Mac
- Allow iPhone app to run in background
- Display incoming messages on Mac
- Improve connection stability
- Simplify setup process


### InstAddr

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instaddr/id806157957)

Create and manage multiple disposable email addresses for free. Use them for various purposes without worrying about spam or privacy. Addresses are permanent and can be accessed across devices.

**Highlights:** Create unlimited disposable email addresses, Permanent email addresses, Send, reply, and forward emails, Push notifications for new messages, Sync across PC and smartphones, Supports HTML mail and attachments, Built-in mailer functions

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Plan (1 Month) | $1.49 | per month |
| Premium Plan (1 Year) | $7.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 👍 Convenient and easy to use
- 💡 Customizable email addresses
- 👍 Reliable service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and server problems
- 🐛 Inability to receive verification codes
- 🐛 Emails not being delivered
- 🐛 Unreliable performance

**Reported bugs**

- Server connectivity problems
- Inability to receive verification codes
- Emails not being delivered

**Requested features**

- Add more email domain options
- Improve integration with native email apps
- Implement a login system to save email accounts
- Provide better support and communication


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SMS client free?

SMS client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is InstAddr free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SMS client or InstAddr?

InstAddr is rated higher. SMS client averages 2.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while InstAddr averages 4.5 from 956 ratings.

### Do SMS client or InstAddr have ads?

InstAddr shows ads; SMS client does not.

### Which is updated more often, SMS client or InstAddr?

SMS client ships an update every 5 months, and InstAddr monthly. Most recently, SMS client was updated on September 28, 2026 and InstAddr on October 2, 2026.

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