SMSPool vs DVLA Verify
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SMSPool
This app provides temporary, real phone numbers from over 150 countries to receive SMS verification codes. It ensures codes arrive in real-time and offers refunds for unused numbers. Ideal for accessing services that require SMS verification without using your personal number.
- Real phone numbers, not VoIP
- 150+ countries supported
- Real-time SMS code delivery
- Automatic refunds for unused numbers
- Number rental for extended use
- Private account creation
- 24/7 customer support
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SMSPool gives you real, non-VoIP phone numbers for receiving SMS verification codes. Pick a service and a country, and your code shows up in the app within seconds. REAL NUMBERS, 150+ COUNTRIES Our numbers aren't VoIP, so they work with apps and websites that turn virtual numbers away. Choose from a wide range of services across more than 150 countries. NO CODE, NO CHARGE If a number doesn't receive an SMS, it's refunded to your balance automatically when it expires, or straight away when you cancel it. CODES IN REAL TIME Active orders update live, so your code appears the moment it arrives. Copy it in one tap, and see tips for services that need extra steps. RENT A NUMBER Need the same number for longer? Rent one, receive every message sent to it, and let it renew automatically from your balance. BUILT FOR SPEED - Save your favourite services for one-tap ordering - Buy several numbers at once - Set a maximum price per number - Browse your full order history PRIVATE BY DESIGN Create an account without a username, password or email. You get a 16-digit account number, and that's all you need to sign in. A BALANCE THAT LASTS Your balance is held in US dollars, never expires, and works for both one-time numbers and rentals. SUPPORT AROUND THE CLOCK Our team answers support tickets 24/7. SMSPool is for receiving verification codes on accounts you own. Use it in line with the terms of the services you sign up for.
DVLA Verify
This app provides a secure and fast way to verify identities against Ghana's National Identity Register. It enables remote vehicle owner and driver identity verification, streamlining the registration process. It also facilitates remote driver license services that don't require a physical examination.
- Instant identity verification
- Remote vehicle owner verification
- Remote driver identity verification
- Streamlined vehicle registration
- Remote driver license services
- User-centered design
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Secure Instant Identity Verification - Simple, Secure and Fast means of person identity verification against Ghana National Identity Register for remote vehicle owner or Driver identity verification. This will ensure a seamless vehicle registration process even if owners are not physically present at the registration station of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority of Ghana. Driver License service provisions which do not require physical examination of driver can also be done remotely using this app. SIMPLE: We have adopted a user-centered design to ensure that the application's interface and features are designed with the user in mind. This involves creating user personas, defining an easy workflow, and conducting usability testing throughput throughout the development cycle. This led to a design of a GUI which is very intuitive and requires minimal cognitive effort from users. We have used familiar design patterns, logical layouts, and visual cues to guide users through the application and make their interactions efficient. SECURE: Though the app is easy to use, we made it our mission to provide the best security.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: DVLA Verify at 4.5 against SMSPool's 3.3. DVLA Verify also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ratings volume (242 vs 16). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. SMSPool sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. DVLA Verify asks for nothing beyond the download.
DVLA Verify holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DVLA Verify has 242 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two.
| Parameter | SMSPool | DVLA Verify |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.3 (16 ratings) | 4.5 (242 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 73.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 16 | 242 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SMSPool | Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority |
Customer experience
SMSPool
DVLA Verify
In-app purchases
SMSPool
- €1.99$1.99
- €9.99$8.99
- €18.99$17.99
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- €37.99$34.99
- €86.99$79.99
DVLA Verify
No in-app purchases









