Comparison

Group SMS+ vs LoudLock

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

Head to head
About

Group SMS+

Send SMS messages to groups of any size with ease. This app allows for bulk messaging, batch sending, and contact import. Enhance your messages with photo attachments.

Highlights
  • Bulk SMS sending
  • Batch messaging
  • Contact import
  • Photo attachments
  • Send to large groups
Features
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Get your message out effortlessly with Group SMS+. Group SMS+ makes it simple and powerful to send SMS text messages to both large and small groups. Group SMS+ is a powerful yet easy-to-use application for sending SMS text messages to large and small groups of people. #1 Productivity app in South Korea #1 Productivity app in Turkey #1 Productivity app in Egypt #1 Productivity app in Saudi Arabia #1 Productivity app in Kuwait #1 Productivity app in United Arab Emirates #1 Productivity app in Qatar #1 Productivity app in Mali #1 Productivity app in Pakistan KEY FEATURES • Bulk SMS Send a single message to an entire group with just a tap, saving you time and effort. • Batch Messaging Break down your recipients into manageable batches for better message control and delivery success. • Contacts Import Easily import your contacts directly from your phone to build your groups in seconds. • Photo Attachments Make your messages more engaging by attaching photos with ease. You will be charged for each individual SMS text message, not by group. For some mobile operators, you may have to limit the number of your SMS recipients as having too many recipients may cause failure in your recipients receiving your messages. Over hundred recipients messages might cause the heavy bill. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please note that you will be charged for each individual SMS text message sent, not by group. Some mobile operators may limit the number of recipients per message to prevent delivery issues. Sending messages to over a hundred recipients could result in higher charges.

About

LoudLock

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LoudLock: Measure and Monitor Noise Levels Stay in control of your environment with LoudLock. This intuitive app allows you to easily check the noise levels in your space and ensure your surroundings are safe and comfortable. Key Features: Real-Time Noise Monitoring: Instantly measure the noise level in decibels (dB) with a simple, easy-to-read interface. Record and Listen: Make recordings of your environment, listen to them directly in the app, and download them for further analysis. Noise Exposure Tracking: Get detailed reports on noise exposure levels based on OSHA and NIOSH standards, helping you protect your hearing and well-being. Comprehensive Data: Visualize your noise exposure with clear, graphical data on trends over time. Whether you’re monitoring workplace noise, home environments, or outdoor spaces, LoudLock ensures that you stay informed about the sound levels around you. Download now to take control of your sound environment!

Screenshots

Group SMS+4 screens
LoudLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: LoudLock at none against Group SMS+'s shown. LoudLock also leads on update cadence (daily vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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. Group SMS+ sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and LoudLock sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Group SMS+ ships an update fortnightly, LoudLock daily. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Group SMS+ versus LoudLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGroup SMS+LoudLock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews65.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.1K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCedars Software, LLCYisumim

Bugs and requests

Group SMS+

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Messages not sending to all recipients
  • Repeated messages sent to the same contacts
  • App freezing or crashing
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • Search function not working properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to send photos and attachments
  • Option to hide recipient list
  • Automatic group splitting for large contacts
  • Delivery status tracking
  • Improved search and contact management

LoudLock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Group SMS+

One-time6
  • Bronze Tip$0.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • Silver Tip$2.99
Show 3 more
  • Gold Tip$4.99
  • Diamond Tip$9.99
  • Rocket Tip$19.99
1 purchases

LoudLock

Subscriptions1
  • Premium3 Days trial$3.997 Days

Questions

Is Group SMS+ free?
Group SMS+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LoudLock free?
LoudLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Group SMS+ or LoudLock have ads?
Group SMS+ shows ads; LoudLock does not.
Which is updated more often, Group SMS+ or LoudLock?
Group SMS+ ships an update fortnightly, and LoudLock daily. Most recently, Group SMS+ was updated on October 11, 2026 and LoudLock on September 25, 2026.

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