Comparison

Truecaller vs Whoscall

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

Head to head
About

Truecaller

Identify unknown callers and block spam calls and texts. This app uses AI and community data to screen calls, identify callers, and offers an AI assistant for call screening. Premium features include ad removal, unlimited lookups, and profile insights.

Highlights
  • Identify unknown callers
  • Block spam calls and SMS
  • AI-powered call screening
  • Search for unknown numbers
  • View call history with identification
  • Premium features available
Features
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With Truecaller, you can identify and block spam calls, search unknown numbers, and help protect your family with Family Protection. With Truecaller Travel eSIM, you can now stay connected worldwide with seamless mobile data while traveling. Trusted by over 500 million users, Truecaller uses smart spam detection to help protect you from unwanted calls, scams, and fraud while keeping your communication safe and under control. CALLER ID & SPAM BLOCKING • A new Caller ID experience on iPhone with iOS 18.2 and above • Automatically identify spam, fraud, scam, and robocalls before you pick up • View and search previously identified calls directly in the Phone app • Block unwanted callers and reduce spam calls • Enable spam identification via Settings > Apps > Phone > Call Blocking & Identification • A paid subscription is required to access this feature TRUECALLER FAMILY PLAN: PROTECT YOUR LOVED ONES Share Truecaller Premium with your family and help keep your loved ones protected from spam, scam, and fraud calls. • Add up to 4 family members to your plan • Share Premium benefits with your family • Help your loved ones identify spam and fraud calls • Keep your family safer from unwanted callers • One subscription for the whole family TRUECALLER eSIM: GLOBAL DATA FOR TRAVEL Stay connected worldwide with Truecaller eSIM — fast, secure, and reliable mobile data wherever you travel. • Coverage in 155 countries across Europe, Americas, Asia, and more • Instant activation — no physical SIM required • Affordable prepaid plans with transparent pricing • No hidden roaming fees or unexpected charges • Flexible data options for any trip duration • Secure, stable connectivity wherever you go Available for users from selected markets: Italy, Sweden, Spain, France, Germany, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Netherlands, Belgium, Ireland, Austria, Finland, Czech Rep., Denmark, Hungary, United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Switzerland, Norway, Chile, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria IDENTIFY ANY NUMBER • Search any phone number to find the name and relevant information • Works for both local and international numbers • Easily search numbers from your call history via share extension TRUECALLER PREMIUM: UPGRADE YOUR EXPERIENCE • Automatically identify and block spam calls • Remove all ads • Unlimited number lookups • See who viewed your profile • Family Plan for up to 4 members • Premium badge on your profile • Auto-renewing subscription with a free trial for new users Truecaller respects your privacy. Your phonebook is never made searchable or public. Terms of use: https://www.truecaller.com/terms-of-service Please note: Payment for auto-renewing subscriptions will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Account Settings.

About

Whoscall

This app acts as a digital shield against scams and spam calls and messages. It uses AI and community reports to identify unknown numbers and block suspicious content. Users can also verify phone numbers, URLs, and screenshots to enhance their online safety.

Highlights
  • Caller ID & Blocker
  • Smart SMS Assistant
  • Number, URL, Screenshot Verification
  • Community Reporting
  • Gamified Protection Features
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Global Finalist: App Store Awards 2026 (Cultural Impact) Unknown numbers? Suspicious messages? Too-good-to-be-true offers? Say no more! Whoscall is your everyday shield against scams and spam. Backed by Whoscall AI and a powerful global community, Whoscall helps you stay safe and protect others along the way. With a bold new look and smarter protection features, Whoscall is entering a new chapter in digital safety. Key Features: ▸ Caller ID & Blocker – Instantly identify unknown calls and block scams automatically ▸ Smart SMS Assistant – Catch phishing messages before they reach you ▸ Check – Verify phone numbers, URLs, and even screenshots in one place ▸ Badge System – Earn badges as you help safeguard the community ▸ Mission Board – Complete simple tasks, like reporting or checking in, and collect points Every small action helps protect the network. With Whoscall, you’re not just using the app, you’re helping power it! Together, we’re safer. ------------------- * Whoscall is always looking forward to hearing from you! Should you have any inquiry or suggestion, please reach us at service@gogolook.com ■ Terms of Service https://whoscall.com/en/terms ■ Privacy Policy https://whoscall.com/en/privacy

Screenshots

Truecaller4 screens
Whoscall4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Truecaller at 252K against Whoscall's 3K. Truecaller also leads on chart position (#28 vs unranked). Whoscall's advantage is review sentiment (44% vs 22%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Truecaller sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Whoscall sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Whoscall holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Truecaller has 252K ratings behind it against 3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of Truecaller's written reviews are positive against 44% of Whoscall's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Truecaller versus Whoscall: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTruecallerWhoscall
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (252K ratings)4.7 (3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews22.3% of reviews44.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings252K — better3K
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#28 — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size195 MB210 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTrue Software Scandinavia ABGogolook

Customer experience

Truecaller

All ratings252,166 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral5.6%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews1,639 reviews
Positive22.3%
Neutral5.0%
Negative72.7%

Whoscall

All ratings3,020 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral1.5%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews580 reviews
Positive44.3%
Neutral8.3%
Negative47.4%

User reviews

Truecaller

From 252K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Blocks spam calls
  • 💡 Useful caller ID feature
  • 👍 Helps identify scammers

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
  • 💰 Expensive premium subscription
  • 🔋 Increased spam calls after installation

Whoscall

From 3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works most of the time
  • 🚀 Block spam calls and loans offers
  • 🚀 Good spam call blocker in the Philippines
  • 👍 Decent app with unique website checking feature

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Scammy app with intrusive ads
  • 🐛 Erroneous database with incorrect labels
  • 🐛 Doesn't work in certain regions like Australia, Canada, USA
  • 🐛 Doesn't identify or block calls consistently
  • 🐛 Frequent issues with database updates and app functionality

Bugs and requests

Truecaller

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Failure to update spam database regularly
  • Inability to block private/unknown numbers
  • Compatibility issues on newer iOS devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Automatic spam call blocking
  • Better integration with phone's native features
  • More transparent privacy practices

Whoscall

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Incompatible with latest iOS updates
  • Unable to download caller ID data
  • Frequent crashes and errors
  • Subscription issues with immediate charges

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add option to identify less important numbers
  • Improve database accuracy and update frequency
  • Add support for more regions and countries
  • Provide option to display app in user's preferred language

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Truecaller

Subscriptions11
  • Renewable Ad Free Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Truecaller Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Truecaller Premium Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
Show 8 more
  • Renewable Assistant Monthly1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Renewable Connect Monthly1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Truecaller Premium Monthly1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Truecaller AI Renewable Month1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Truecaller AI Renewable Month$14.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Connect1 Year trial$74.991 Year
  • Truecaller Premium Yearly1 Month trial$74.991 Year
  • Truecaller Premium Yearly7 Days trial$74.991 Year
14 purchases

Whoscall

Subscriptions12
  • Whoscall AD-Free Plan Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • プレミアム 個人(月額)7 Days trial$2.891 Month
  • Premium Individual (Monthly)7 Days trial$2.891 Month
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  • Premium Duo (Monthly)7 Days trial$4.591 Month
  • Premium Family (Monthly)7 Days trial$8.691 Month
  • プレミアム版(四半期ごと)1 Month trial$8.993 Months
  • Caller ID (Benefit One)$10.991 Year
  • プレミアム 個人(年額)7 Days trial$27.001 Year
  • Premium Individual (Yearly)7 Days trial$27.001 Year
  • プレミアム版(年額)1 Month trial$38.991 Year
  • Premium Duo (Yearly)7 Days trial$44.001 Year
  • Premium Family (Yearly)7 Days trial$83.001 Year
One-time2
  • Whoscall AD-Free lifetime plan$12.99
  • Whoscall AD-Free lifetime plan$18.00

Questions

Is Truecaller free?
Truecaller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Whoscall free?
Whoscall is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Truecaller or Whoscall?
Whoscall is rated higher. Truecaller averages 4.4 out of 5 from 252K ratings, while Whoscall averages 4.7 from 3K ratings.
Do Truecaller or Whoscall have ads?
Both Truecaller and Whoscall show ads.
Which is updated more often, Truecaller or Whoscall?
Truecaller ships an update weekly, and Whoscall weekly. Most recently, Truecaller was updated on September 24, 2026 and Whoscall on September 22, 2026.

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