Pinger vs BK
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pinger
This app provides a free U.S. phone number for unlimited calling and texting to the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. It offers features like voicemail, group chat, and MMS messaging, functioning as a reliable alternative to a traditional phone line.
- Free U.S. phone number
- Unlimited calling
- Free texting (SMS)
- Voicemail
- Group chat
- MMS picture & video messaging
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Make free calls with a real U.S.phone number on the original free calling and texting app. Pinger comes preloaded with free calling minutes that can be used to call anyone in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico. After that, minutes are free to earn or cheap to purchase. SMS messages are also free. On top of free calling and SMS, additional features include voicemail, group chat, MMS picture & video messaging, emoji, ringtones, and more. WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING “It’s like having a real phone number from the carrier. Except FREE.” –Nick “I started using this app back in 2007 on my iPod touch 3rd generation... Works every time, voice calls are clear, and no one knows it’s an app and not an actual phone. Highly recommended.” –Scott “I have used this app as my main phone number for years. It is just as reliable as an actual phone number.” –Kay “I’ve tried several, but hands down, Pinger is by far the best. Why? Simple: It works. Period.” –Tuc “I would rate this like 100,000,000 stars but can’t :/ only 5.” –Molly “Great to have a backup number especially when you travel abroad.” –Milo —— © 2020 Pinger, Inc. All rights reserved. The Pinger name, associated trademarks, and logos are trademarks of Pinger, Inc. or related entities. Terms of Service: https://www.pinger.com/privacy-policy/terms-and-conditions/ Privacy Policy: https://www.pinger.com/privacy-policy/ Subscriptions are automatically billed monthly or annually to your iTunes Account and auto-renew unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Payments are charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. You can turn off auto-renew or manage subscriptions in your iTunes & App Store account settings. Cancellations take effect at the end of the active subscription period. Any unused portion of a free trial period (where available) is forfeited when purchasing a subscription.
BK
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BK-ESS is a powerful and user-friendly mobile application that puts your HR services right at your fingertips. Whether you're checking your leave balance, viewing payslips, or updating personal information, BK-ESS makes it fast and easy — anytime, anywhere. Designed to support employees with essential tools and real-time access, BK-ESS helps streamline communication, boost productivity, and keep you connected with your organization no matter where you are. Take control of your work life with BK-ESS — your all-in-one HR companion.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BK at none against Pinger's 11. BK also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Pinger's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months) and chart position (#181 vs unranked). On price 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
Both are free to download. Pinger sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. BK asks for nothing beyond the download.
Pinger ships an update every 8 days, BK every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pinger | BK |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (71K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 71K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #181 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 223 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pinger, Inc. | Balancika |
Bugs and requests
Pinger
Reported bugs
5 issues- Constantly lock your account due to supposed shady activity
- Does not even let you create an account
- Microphone doesn't work, can't hear me on calls
- Inconsistent, can't make calls sometimes
- Not dependable, messages don't go through
Requested features
3 requests- Ability to receive verification codes
- Option to turn off sounds/notifications
- Fix for not being able to send more than one picture at a time
BK
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Pinger
- Remove Ads$2.991 Month
- Voicemail to Text$2.991 Month
- Pinger Plus Weekly$4.997 Days
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- Pinger Plan$4.991 Month
- Pinger Plus Weekly$6.997 Days
- Pinger Plus Monthly$9.991 Month
- Pinger Plus Half Yearly$39.996 Months
- Pinger Plus Yearly$69.991 Year
- 100 minutes$1.99
- 400 minutes$9.99
- 1000 minutes$18.99
BK
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Pinger free?
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Which is updated more often, Pinger or BK?
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