# TextVerified vs Receive SMS Plus

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Receive SMS Plus at 84% against TextVerified's 41%. Receive SMS Plus also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.4 vs 4.0). TextVerified's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TextVerified sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Receive SMS Plus sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Receive SMS Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Receive SMS Plus has 1.5K ratings behind it against 79, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of TextVerified's written reviews are positive against 84% of Receive SMS Plus's.

TextVerified ships an update every 3 months, Receive SMS Plus every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TextVerified | Receive SMS Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (79 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textverified/id6448112135/reviews) | **[4.4 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/receive-sms-plus/id6463490061/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 79 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 41.4% of reviews | **83.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 18 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Alexandru Ilasco](https://appshunter.io/developer/1800252821) | [COMUNIT LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1517214445) |

## What reviewers say

### TextVerified

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textverified/id6448112135)

Receive SMS messages on a virtual phone number without a physical SIM. Manage messages from various online sources in one organized inbox. Choose numbers from over 50 countries for global SMS reception.

**Highlights:** Virtual phone numbers, Receive SMS messages, Global number selection (50+ countries), Organize SMS inbox, Customizable virtual numbers, New message notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium VIRTUAL SMS | $3.99 | per 7 days |


### Receive SMS Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/receive-sms-plus/id6463490061)

This app provides a convenient way to receive SMS messages for verification on various online services. Access a global selection of phone numbers to easily verify new accounts or log into existing ones.

**Highlights:** Receive SMS for verification, Global phone number selection, Verify new accounts, Log into existing accounts, Fast and reliable service

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SMS Credits | $1.99 | one-time |
| SMS Credits | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔒 Reliable service
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Useful for privacy and verification
- 🚀 Fast and simple

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional errors with orders
- 🔒 Limited availability in certain regions

**Reported bugs**

- Order placement errors
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Better organization of member deals
- More comprehensive service coverage


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TextVerified free?

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

### Is Receive SMS Plus free?

Receive SMS Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TextVerified or Receive SMS Plus?

Receive SMS Plus is rated higher. TextVerified averages 4.0 out of 5 from 79 ratings, while Receive SMS Plus averages 4.4 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do TextVerified or Receive SMS Plus have ads?

TextVerified shows ads; Receive SMS Plus does not.

### Which is updated more often, TextVerified or Receive SMS Plus?

TextVerified ships an update every 3 months, and Receive SMS Plus every 4 days. Most recently, TextVerified was updated on October 16, 2026 and Receive SMS Plus on October 16, 2026.

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