# TelegSim vs vNum

The clearest difference is rating: vNum at 4.4 against TelegSim's 3.9. vNum also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (276 vs 18). TelegSim's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TelegSim sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days 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.

vNum holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: vNum has 276 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of TelegSim's written reviews are positive against 71% of vNum's.

TelegSim ships an update every 7 months, vNum fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TelegSim | vNum |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/telegsim-telegram-virtual-sim/id6474065140/reviews) | **[4.4 (276 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vnum-second-phone-number/id6478050777/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **276** |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | **71.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 29 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vista Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688449685) | [Techsoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1653003986) |

## What reviewers say

### TelegSim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/telegsim-telegram-virtual-sim/id6474065140)

Obtain a virtual phone number for Telegram and Telegram Business without needing a physical SIM card. This app provides instant connectivity and enhanced privacy for your messaging needs, supporting over 50 countries.

**Highlights:** Virtual Telegram number acquisition, Support for Telegram and Telegram Business, Global number selection from 50+ countries, Hassle-free activation and verification, Enhanced privacy and anonymity, User-friendly interface

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Virtual Number for Telegram | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Virtual Phone Number Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Virtual Number For Telegram | $49.99 | per year |


### 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 TelegSim free?

TelegSim 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, TelegSim or vNum?

vNum is rated higher. TelegSim averages 3.9 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while vNum averages 4.4 from 276 ratings.

### Do TelegSim or vNum have ads?

vNum shows ads; TelegSim does not.

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

TelegSim ships an update every 7 months, and vNum fortnightly. Most recently, TelegSim was updated on October 3, 2026 and vNum on October 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*