Comparison

Text Call vs ControlHippo

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

Head to head
About

Text Call

Easily manage multiple phone numbers for business, travel, or personal organization. Get local numbers in minutes with over 60 area codes. Communicate via calls and SMS without needing extra devices or complex plans.

Highlights
  • Multiple phone numbers
  • Over 60 area codes
  • Local numbers in minutes
  • Calls and messaging
  • Wi-Fi or mobile data
  • Privacy focused
Features
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Discover the convenience of managing multiple phone numbers with Text Call. Whether for business, travel, or everyday communication, Text Call provides additional phone numbers to help you organize your personal and professional conversations in one place. Choose from over 60 area codes and activate local numbers in minutes. Stay connected through calling and messaging without the need for extra devices or complex phone plans. Key Highlights: Multiple Phone Numbers: Easily manage separate lines for work, business, or personal organization. Flexible Plans: Choose options that fit your short-term or long-term communication needs. Easy Setup: Simple and intuitive interface for quick activation and management. Privacy Focused: Keep your primary number separate when communicating with clients, marketplaces, or new contacts. Global Connectivity: Make and receive calls internationally using Wi-Fi or mobile data. Top Use Cases: Business & Freelancing: Manage customer communication from one device. Travel Communication: Stay reachable while abroad. Online Marketplaces: Separate buyer and seller communication. Everyday Organization: Keep work and personal calls organized. App Features: - Access over 60 area codes. - Call and message from additional numbers. - Manage multiple lines in one app. - Works on Wi-Fi or mobile data. Subscription Details: Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The user can manage subscriptions by going to Account Settings after purchase. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Important: Text Call is a subscription-based app, please review our pricing before purchasing. Text Call does not support emergency calling (911). Privacy Policy: https://static.textcall.co/page/ios/privacy Terms of Service: https://static.textcall.co/page/ios/terms

About

ControlHippo

Features
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ControlHippo is a multi-channel shared inbox that enables businesses to manage social platforms, providing users with a unified platform to manage inquiries efficiently. With ControlHippo, you can sync all your messages with CRM platforms for improved productivity.

Screenshots

Text Call4 screens
ControlHippo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ControlHippo at none against Text Call's 15. ControlHippo also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). Text Call's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). 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. Text Call sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. ControlHippo asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Text Call ships an update fortnightly, ControlHippo every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Text Call versus ControlHippo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterText CallControlHippo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (599 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews69.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings599 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size105 MB69 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperCodebaker LtdAnkit Dudhwewala

Bugs and requests

Text Call

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Purchased numbers not working as expected
  • App closing itself after a few seconds on some devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Ability to port existing phone numbers
  • Improved international calling features

ControlHippo

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

14 purchases

Text Call

Subscriptions10
  • 1 Line Lite Subscription (Weekly)$4.997 Days
  • 1 Line Subscription (Weekly)$9.997 Days
  • 1 Line Weekly$12.997 Days
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  • 3 Line Subscription (Weekly)$14.997 Days
  • 1 Line Subscription (Monthly)$19.991 Month
  • 3 Line Subscription (Monthly)$29.991 Month
  • 1 Line + Subscription (Annual)$39.991 Year
  • 10 Line Subscription (Weekly)$59.997 Days
  • 10 Line Subscription (Monthly)$99.991 Month
  • 3 Line Subscription (Annual)$179.991 Year
One-time4
  • 100 Credits$8.99
  • 300 Credits$17.99
  • 500 Credits$26.99
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  • 2000 Credits$59.99
None

ControlHippo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Text Call free?
Text Call is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ControlHippo free?
ControlHippo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Text Call or ControlHippo have ads?
Text Call shows ads; ControlHippo does not.
Which is updated more often, Text Call or ControlHippo?
Text Call ships an update fortnightly, and ControlHippo every 6 weeks. Most recently, Text Call was updated on October 22, 2026 and ControlHippo on October 10, 2026.

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