# Second Texting Number vs 2nd

The clearest difference is monetization model: Second Texting Number at free with in-app purchases against 2nd's subscription. Second Texting Number also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (61% vs 35%). 2nd's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Second Texting Number sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and 2nd sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Second Texting Number against 4.7 for 2nd. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Second Texting Number has 17K ratings behind it against 2.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of Second Texting Number's written reviews are positive against 35% of 2nd's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Second Texting Number | 2nd |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-texting-numberunlisted/id539640635/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2nd-second-line-phone-number/id1636304042/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **17K** | 2.2K |
| Positive reviews | **60.9% of reviews** | 35.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 33 MB | 155 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [FathomTel, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1482732721) | [Gurman Galychina LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1450092250) |

## What reviewers say

### Second Texting Number

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-texting-numberunlisted/id539640635)

Protect your personal number by using a private, disposable phone number for calls and texts. Choose your own number in any area code and receive verification codes without revealing your identity. Manage your privacy with features like auto-response and custom voicemail.

**Highlights:** Unlimited texting and calling, Choose your own number, Protect your privacy, Receive verification codes, Separate contacts, Auto-response, Custom voicemail

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlisted Number: Pay as You Go | $5.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Texting + Calling | $14.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Texting + Calling | $14.99 | per month |
| Second Texting Number | $17.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Talk + Text | $19.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Talk + Text | $19.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Texting & Calling | $39.99 | per month |
| 100 Text Messages | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pay as You Go (Prepay 1 Month) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Change Your Number | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reliable service
- 🔒 Maintains privacy
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful for business/personal separation
- 🚀 Clear audio quality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy/buggy performance
- ⚠️ Unreliable number availability
- 💰 Expensive pricing
- 🔒 Difficult to delete account
- ⚠️ Unexpected charges/billing issues

**Reported bugs**

- Texts not being received
- Accounts being blocked/restricted without explanation
- Purchased numbers not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Ability to log out of devices
- International calling/texting support
- Group messaging functionality


### 2nd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2nd-second-line-phone-number/id1636304042)

Get a private second phone number for personal and business use without needing an extra SIM card. Make calls and send texts internationally at no extra cost. Ideal for travel, online marketplaces, and managing multiple contacts.

**Highlights:** Separate personal and business lines, International calling and texting, Choose from available numbers, SMS/MMS messaging, Contact management, Name Number feature

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (Weekly with Trial) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium, Extra (Weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Subscription (Weekly) | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium (Monthly) | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium (Monthly with Trial) | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium (6 Months with Trial) | $49.99 | per 6 months |
| 100 Credits Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| 200 Credits Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Credits Pack (Special) | $16.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fastest texting app
- 🤍 Nice app
- 🚀 Text fast

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Purchase required
- 💰 Charges without notice
- 🔒 No customer support
- 🐛 Doesn't work with verification
- 🐛 Unreliable message delivery

**Reported bugs**

- Verification issues
- Unreliable message delivery
- Charging issues

**Requested features**

- Free trial option
- Refund policy
- Better customer support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Second Texting Number free?

Second Texting Number is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is 2nd free?

2nd is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Second Texting Number or 2nd?

2nd is rated higher. Second Texting Number averages 4.6 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while 2nd averages 4.7 from 2.2K ratings.

### Do Second Texting Number or 2nd have ads?

2nd shows ads; Second Texting Number does not.

### Which is updated more often, Second Texting Number or 2nd?

Second Texting Number ships an update every 2 weeks, and 2nd every 2 weeks. Most recently, Second Texting Number was updated on November 5, 2026 and 2nd on November 3, 2026.

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