# Burner vs Get SMS Code

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Burner at 94K against Get SMS Code's 2.8K. Burner also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). Get SMS Code's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Burner sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Get SMS Code sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Burner holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Burner has 94K ratings behind it against 2.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 19% and 20% positive.

Burner ships an update every 2 weeks, Get SMS Code every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Burner | Get SMS Code |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (94K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burner-second-phone-number/id505800761/reviews)** | [4.5 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-sms-code-verify/id6476933273/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **94K** | 2.8K |
| Positive reviews | 19.2% of reviews | **20.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#8** | — |
| Size | 192 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ad Hoc Labs, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/505800764) | [APPSTER LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1625900371) |

## What reviewers say

### Burner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burner-second-phone-number/id505800761)

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Grossing · Utilities, #75 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Create and manage multiple private phone numbers for calls and texts. Keep your personal number secure by using disposable lines for different contacts or situations. Organize communications and block unwanted spam.

**Highlights:** Multiple private phone numbers, Unlimited SMS and calls, Burn or swap numbers, Organize social circles, Protect personal number, Spam blocking and muting, Do Not Disturb settings

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Line Subscription (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 Line Subscription (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Standard 1 Line (Weekly) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Line Subscription (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| 3 Line Subscription (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Line Subscription (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Verified Subscription Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Standard 1 Line (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| 3 Line Subscription (Monthly) | $14.99 | per month |
| 1 Line Subscription (Annual) | $59.99 | per year |
| 3 Credit Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 8 Credit Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 15 Credit Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| 25 Credit Pack | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient service
- 🔒 Privacy protection
- 👍 Convenient for business use
- 👍 Useful for avoiding spam calls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable notifications
- 🐛 Buggy after recent updates
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 💰 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to send/receive pictures and videos
- Inconsistent message delivery
- Burner numbers not working for verification on some sites
- Accounts being terminated without explanation

**Requested features**

- Ability to set custom ringtones for burner numbers
- Improved UI/UX
- Better integration with other apps
- Ability to port out burner numbers


### Get SMS Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-sms-code-verify/id6476933273)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 25  Credits Pack | $0.39 | one-time |
| 100 Credits | $0.49 | one-time |
| 100  Credits Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 200 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 300 Credits | $1.49 | one-time |
| 200  Credits Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits | $2.49 | one-time |
| 300 Credits Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Credits | $4.49 | one-time |
| 500  Credits Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1000  Credits Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1500  Credits Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2000  Credits Pack | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Compatibility issues with certain services
- Unreliable service, numbers not working

**Requested features**

- Improve app functionality
- Provide better customer support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Burner free?

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

### Is Get SMS Code free?

Get SMS Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Burner or Get SMS Code?

Burner is rated higher. Burner averages 4.7 out of 5 from 94K ratings, while Get SMS Code averages 4.5 from 2.8K ratings.

### Do Burner or Get SMS Code have ads?

Neither Burner nor Get SMS Code shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Burner or Get SMS Code?

Burner ships an update every 2 weeks, and Get SMS Code every 5 weeks. Most recently, Burner was updated on September 25, 2026 and Get SMS Code on September 23, 2026.

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