Comparison

WiCall vs BuzzNow

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

Head to head
About

WiCall

This app facilitates peer-to-peer voice and messaging communication between devices on the same Wi-Fi network. It automatically discovers nearby users and allows for instant connection for calls and messages, even when the app is in the background.

Highlights
  • Peer-to-peer voice and messaging
  • Automatic Wi-Fi device discovery
  • Background operation for calls/messages
  • Replaces office intercoms/PBXs
  • Wireless PBX extension functionality
Features
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Wicall iPhone/iTouch App Wicall is a Voip application that enables peer to peer voice and messaging communication between devices running WiCall app. To use WiCall, connect the devices to Same Wifi network. Once connected WiCall will automatically detect nearby devices running WiCall and list them on the screen. On touching a particular listed device, the application will automatically establish a connection and enable voice and messaging between devices running WiCall. Some of the Features of Wicall : Auto discovery of devices registered on Same Wifi network. Background operation i.e if iOS device is in sleep or locked mode, it is still possible to receive incoming calls and messaging. WiCall is intended to replace intercoms/pbxes in offices, educational instutions, hospitals, hotels etc.So if your establishment have people having iPhones/iTouches and is managed by Wifi,Wicall will be helpful to replace pbx extensions installed on desks.The iOS device will become a wireless pbx extension.

About

BuzzNow

This app offers a second phone number for private communication and online verification. Make free international calls and texts, receive verification codes for various platforms, and protect your personal number with burner numbers.

Highlights
  • Free international calls and SMS
  • Second phone number/line
  • Receive verification codes
  • Burner numbers for privacy
  • Unlimited Wi-Fi calling and texting
  • High-quality voice calls
  • Multimedia messaging
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BuzzNow – International Calls, SMS, Privacy Protection, and Easy Code Verification Reception Make global communication more convenient with BuzzNow. No sign-ups, no personal phone number needed—just instant connection. Enjoy free international calls, SMS, and protect your privacy. BuzzNow provides you with a second phone number, a second line, and burner numbers for various use cases, from private communication to online verification. Key Features: Free International Calls and SMS BuzzNow lets you make free calls and send SMS to over 200 countries, including the USA, Canada, India, Bangladesh, Singapore, and more. Whether for personal or business use, get free minutes in each country. Your second phone number keeps you private—the callee won’t see your real number. Get a Second Phone Number Get a second phone number or second line with no extra SIM or eSIM required. Choose your area code for either temporary or permanent use. Protect your personal number while managing multiple communications. Receive Verification Codes BuzzNow provides you with virtual numbers to receive verification codes for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Telegram, Twitter, WhatsApp, Rednote, TikTok, and more. Use burner numbers for anonymous sign-ups without revealing your real phone number. Once registration is complete, delete the number to protect your privacy. Unlimited Wi-Fi Calling and Texting Make unlimited Wi-Fi calls and send text messages globally. No need for 3G/4G data—just an internet connection. Save on international rates while using your second line for high-quality communication. High-Quality Voice Calls With VoIP and HD voice technology, BuzzNow ensures clear calls even in poor network conditions. Whether it’s for personal or business calls, your second phone number guarantees call quality. Multimedia Messaging Send texts, pictures, videos, voice messages, and emojis with your second phone number. Enjoy rich multimedia conversations, keeping your real number secure. Virtual Phone Numbers for Any Use Whether for business, online transactions, or privacy, BuzzNow gives you virtual phone numbers for any need. Choose the duration of use and easily handle communication, verification, and more. Use Cases: Privacy Protection: Use burner numbers for anonymous sign-ups on apps like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and more. Protect your real number when signing up for social apps or online services. Separate Work and Personal Communication: Keep your professional and personal communications separate by using a second phone number for work calls. Quick Sign-Up for Online Platforms: Use BuzzNow to register on apps like Telegram, WhatsApp, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and more. Sign up without exposing your personal number. Secure Transactions: When buying or selling on e-commerce platforms, use a second line for verification. Delete the number after the transaction is complete. Stay in Touch with Family and Friends: Stay connected globally with unlimited Wi-Fi calls and texts. Online Services & Verification: Use your second phone number to receive verification codes for social media, banking apps, and more. It’s perfect for account verification or two-factor authentication. Important Notes: Emergency services (911) are not supported. Enable push notifications to receive messages and calls. Subscription auto-renewal can be turned off 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscription Details: Subscriptions provide phone number reservations with additional credits. Choose from monthly or annual renewals. Payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. You can manage subscriptions in your iTunes Account Settings. No cancellation is allowed during the active period. Contact Us: For support, contact us at: support@yolonumber.com

Screenshots

WiCall4 screens
BuzzNow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BuzzNow at 71% against WiCall's 0%. BuzzNow also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 27 months) and ratings volume (598 vs 1). WiCall's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (10.2 vs 15). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. WiCall sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and BuzzNow sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

WiCall holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BuzzNow has 598 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of WiCall's written reviews are positive against 71% of BuzzNow's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WiCall ships an update every 27 months, BuzzNow every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
WiCall versus BuzzNow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWiCallBuzzNow
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.7 (598 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews71.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1598 — better
Update frequencyEvery 27 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.2 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB42 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperInnovations in ActionNingbo Juphoon System Software Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

WiCall

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

BuzzNow

All ratings598 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral2.7%
Negative5.2%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

Bugs and requests

WiCall

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

BuzzNow

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

1 request
  • Use coins to get a new number

In-app purchases

1 purchases

WiCall

One-time1
  • Upgrade to Full Version$0.99
14 purchases

BuzzNow

Subscriptions10
  • US Number Plan Weekly$5.997 Days
  • US Number Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • CA Number Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
Show 7 more
  • CA Number Plan Weekly$5.997 Days
  • GB Number Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • GB Number Plan Weekly$7.997 Days
  • US Number Plan Monthly$11.991 Month
  • US Number Monthly3 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • CA Number Monthly3 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • GB Number Monthly3 Days trial$12.991 Month
One-time4
  • Yolo Number 10000 credits$1.99
  • Yolo Number 25000 credits$4.99
  • 27500 Credits$4.99
Show 1 more
  • 57500 Credits$9.99

Questions

Is WiCall free?
WiCall is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BuzzNow free?
BuzzNow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, WiCall or BuzzNow?
WiCall is rated higher. WiCall averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while BuzzNow averages 4.7 from 598 ratings.
Do WiCall or BuzzNow have ads?
Neither WiCall nor BuzzNow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WiCall or BuzzNow?
WiCall ships an update every 27 months, and BuzzNow every 3 weeks. Most recently, WiCall was updated on October 2, 2026 and BuzzNow on October 10, 2026.

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