Comparison

Blue SMS client vs VSim

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

Head to head
About

Blue SMS client

Send SMS messages from your Mac using your iPhone. This app allows you to type messages on your computer and send them to single or multiple recipients via a Bluetooth connection. It requires a companion Mac application.

Highlights
  • Send SMS from Mac
  • Multiple recipient support
  • Read recipients from Contacts
  • Import groups from CSV
  • Message templates
  • Sending history
Features
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Type an SMS message on your Mac and send it via your iPhone - to many recipients or just to one. This iPhone client application requires the Mac version of "Bulk SMS Sender", which can be downloaded from the App Store. Bluetooth connection is used. Requirements: - Bluetooth 4.0 - macOS 10.8 or later - iOS 9 or later !!! Important !!! Only these Mac computers and iPhones support Bluetooth 4.0: iMac, after October 2012 Mac mini, after July 2011 MacBook Air, after July 2011 MacBook Pro, after June 2012 MacBook Mac Pro, after December 2013 iPhone 4s or later ("Blue SMS client" and "Bulk SMS Sender" do not work with any other Macs and iPhones, only with those listed above.) Other features of "Blue SMS client" and Mac "Bulk SMS Sender": - reading recipients directly from Apple Contacts - sending messages to an individual recipient or to a group - import a group from a csv file (csv file can be exported from Excel, Numbers or created in a text editor) - creating message templates - history of sending - recent recipients list Sending the SMS message must be confirmed on the iPhone due to security reasons - this confirmation is a feature of the Apple developing environment, in which the "Blue SMS client" application is written. It is not possible to send a message without such a confirmation.

About

VSim

Get a temporary virtual phone number to receive SMS verification codes without revealing your personal number. Activate accounts quickly and maintain privacy from unwanted spam. All messages are conveniently stored within the app.

Highlights
  • Receive SMS verification codes
  • Virtual numbers for account activation
  • In-app message inbox
  • Privacy protection
  • Pay-as-you-go credits
  • Supports popular platforms
Features
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VSim — Virtual Number for SMS Verification Need an SMS verification code without sharing your personal phone number? VSim gives you a virtual number to receive SMS verification codes online, so you can activate accounts quickly and keep your real number private. What you can do with VSim * Receive SMS Verification Codes: Use a virtual number to get login and verification codes directly inside the app. * Fast & Simple Activation: Choose a country and service, copy the number, and verify in minutes. * In-App Inbox: All received messages appear in one place for a smooth verification experience. * Privacy-Focused: Keep your real phone number off websites and apps to reduce unwanted spam. * Pay-As-You-Go Credits: Transparent pricing. If no SMS is received within the allowed time, your credit is automatically refunded. How it works 1. Select a country and service 2. Copy the provided number and use it for verification 3. Receive the SMS code in the VSim inbox VSim can be used for verification on many popular platforms, including WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Google, Snapchat, Tinder, Vinted, and more (availability varies by country and service). Privacy Policy: https://vsimapp.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://vsimapp.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Blue SMS client2 screens
VSim4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: VSim at 4.7 against Blue SMS client's 2.0. VSim also leads on ratings volume (17K vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 13 months). Blue SMS client's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. VSim sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Blue SMS client asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VSim holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VSim has 17K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Blue SMS client's written reviews are positive against 84% of VSim's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Blue SMS client ships an update every 13 months, VSim every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Blue SMS client versus VSim: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlue SMS clientVSim
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings)4.7 (17K ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews84.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings117K — better
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMacMediaElmond

Customer experience

Blue SMS client

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

VSim

All ratings16,395 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral3.6%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews1,574 reviews
Positive84.5%
Neutral2.5%
Negative13.0%

Bugs and requests

Blue SMS client

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

VSim

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Verification codes not received
  • Numbers already in use
  • Account bans without explanation

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to earn free credits
  • More number options
  • Improved privacy policy
  • Better FAQ and community support

In-app purchases

None

Blue SMS client

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

VSim

One-time6
  • 10 Credit$0.99
  • 30 Credit$2.99
  • 50 Credit$4.99
Show 3 more
  • 100 Credit$9.99
  • 250 Credit$24.99
  • 500 credit$49.99

Questions

Is Blue SMS client free?
Blue SMS client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VSim free?
VSim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Blue SMS client or VSim?
VSim is rated higher. Blue SMS client averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while VSim averages 4.7 from 17K ratings.
Do Blue SMS client or VSim have ads?
VSim shows ads; Blue SMS client does not.
Which is updated more often, Blue SMS client or VSim?
Blue SMS client ships an update every 13 months, and VSim every 2 months. Most recently, Blue SMS client was updated on October 20, 2026 and VSim on October 24, 2026.

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