# SMSVerify vs vNum

SMSVerify and vNum both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 71% of vNum's written reviews are positive against 5% of SMSVerify's. vNum also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). SMSVerify's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SMSVerify sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and vNum sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for SMSVerify against 4.4 for vNum. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 148 and 277 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 5% of SMSVerify's written reviews are positive against 71% of vNum's.

SMSVerify ships an update every 4 weeks, vNum fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SMSVerify | vNum |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (148 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smsverify-virtual-number/id6472888880/reviews) | **[4.4 (277 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vnum-second-phone-number/id6478050777/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 148 | **277** |
| Positive reviews | 5.3% of reviews | **71.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 84 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mobile Victory](https://appshunter.io/developer/1486650698) | [Techsoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1653003986) |

## What reviewers say

### SMSVerify

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smsverify-virtual-number/id6472888880)

Obtain virtual phone numbers for account verification and secure online logins. Access numbers from over 40 countries for services like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Google without revealing your personal number.

**Highlights:** Virtual phone numbers, Account verification, Anonymous online logins, Global coverage (40+ countries), Supports WhatsApp, Telegram, Google, and more, User-friendly verification process

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CA Phone Number | $9.99 | per month |
| US Phone Number | $9.99 | per month |
| GB Phone Number | $9.99 | per month |
| EE Phone Number | $19.99 | per month |
| PR Phone Number | $19.99 | per month |
| SE Phone Number | $19.99 | per month |
| LT Phone Number | $24.99 | per month |
| NL Phone Number | $34.99 | per month |
| AU Phone Number | $34.99 | per month |
| IL Phone Number | $39.99 | per month |
| CH Phone Number | $44.99 | per month |
| HK Phone Number | $59.99 | per month |
| US Phone Number | $59.99 | per year |
| GB Phone Number | $59.99 | per year |
| HK Phone Number | $79.99 | per month |
| Phone number purchase | $39.99 | one-time |
| Phone number purchase | $49.99 | one-time |
| Phone number purchase | $59.99 | one-time |
| Phone number purchase | $79.99 | one-time |
| Phone number purchase | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Promising potential (implied by one 5-star review)

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Does not work on WhatsApp
- ❌ Does not work on Google
- ❌ Telegram instantly froze account
- ❌ Cannot use after purchase
- ❌ Pure scam/money extortion

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes on Telegram
- Numbers not working for verification on Google
- SMS codes not received
- App not functioning as advertised

**Requested features**

- Support for more services
- Better customer support responsiveness
- Clearer pricing and subscription models
- Availability of numbers from desired countries (e.g., Germany)


### vNum

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vnum-second-phone-number/id6478050777)

Generate and manage virtual phone numbers for enhanced privacy and convenience. Use these numbers for SMS verification, online accounts, and communication across various platforms without revealing your personal number.

**Highlights:** Generate multiple virtual phone numbers, SMS verification for various services, Enhance privacy and security, Support for messaging and social apps, Global coverage in over 190 countries, User-friendly interface

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Diamond | $0.99 | per month |
| 3 Diamond | $2.99 | per month |
| 10 Diamond | $9.99 | per month |
| 15 Coin | $14.99 | per month |
| 25 Diamond | $24.99 | per month |
| 1 Diamond | $0.99 | one-time |
| 3 Diamond | $2.99 | one-time |
| 5 Diamond | $4.99 | one-time |
| 8 Diamond | $7.99 | one-time |
| 10 Diamond | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Good and fast
- 👍 Very good and easy to use
- 👍 Good app
- 👍 Good job

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Scam app
- 🐛 Not free
- 🐛 Payment issues
- 🐛 App not opening
- 🐛 Money lost

**Reported bugs**

- App not opening
- Payment issues
- No number provided
- Cannot get number after payment
- Error when buying phone number

**Requested features**

- Involve ads or mini games


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SMSVerify free?

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

### Is vNum free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SMSVerify or vNum?

vNum is rated higher. SMSVerify averages 4.3 out of 5 from 148 ratings, while vNum averages 4.4 from 277 ratings.

### Do SMSVerify or vNum have ads?

vNum shows ads; SMSVerify does not.

### Which is updated more often, SMSVerify or vNum?

SMSVerify ships an update every 4 weeks, and vNum fortnightly. Most recently, SMSVerify was updated on October 27, 2026 and vNum on October 27, 2026.

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