Comparison

SMSPool vs DVLA Verify

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Instant identity verification
  • Remote vehicle owner verification
  • Remote driver identity verification
  • Streamlined vehicle registration
  • Remote driver license services
  • User-centered design
Features
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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.

Screenshots

SMSPool4 screens
DVLA Verify3 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SMSPool sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. DVLA Verify asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SMSPool versus DVLA Verify: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSMSPoolDVLA Verify
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (16 ratings)4.5 (242 ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings16242 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB7 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSMSPoolDriver and Vehicle Licensing Authority

Customer experience

SMSPool

All ratings16 ratings
Positive56.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative43.8%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive73.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.7%

DVLA Verify

All ratings10 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

SMSPool

One-time5
  • €1.99$1.99
  • €9.99$8.99
  • €18.99$17.99
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  • €37.99$34.99
  • €86.99$79.99
None

DVLA Verify

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SMSPool free?
SMSPool is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DVLA Verify free?
DVLA Verify is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SMSPool or DVLA Verify?
DVLA Verify is rated higher. SMSPool averages 3.3 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while DVLA Verify averages 4.5 from 242 ratings.
Do SMSPool or DVLA Verify have ads?
Neither SMSPool nor DVLA Verify shows ads.

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