# Virtual SMS vs SimCode

The clearest difference is rating: SimCode at 4.7 against Virtual SMS's 3.9. SimCode also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (208 vs 17). Virtual SMS's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Virtual SMS sells 17 one-off in-app purchases and SimCode sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SimCode holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SimCode has 208 ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Virtual SMS's written reviews are positive against 87% of SimCode's.

Virtual SMS ships an update every 6 weeks, SimCode every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Virtual SMS | SimCode |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-sms-virtual-number/id6499100920/reviews) | **[4.7 (208 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simcode-virtual-number-sms/id6717599267/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **208** |
| Positive reviews | 77.8% of reviews | **87.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 43 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [凤娥 赵](https://appshunter.io/developer/1681548200) | [AVELY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458932685) |

## What reviewers say

### Virtual SMS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-sms-virtual-number/id6499100920)

This app provides a secure and convenient way to receive temporary SMS messages globally. It allows users to register for various online services without revealing their personal phone number, ensuring digital privacy and protection from spam.

**Highlights:** Global temporary numbers in 200+ countries, No SIM card required for registration, Supports 2000+ mainstream apps, Advanced spam and junk message interception, Local and offline message interception, Protects personal phone number from leaks

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 一次性号码 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 短信号码单次激活(地区一) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 15 Gold | $1.99 | one-time |
| VIP短信号码按天租用(地区一) | $1.99 | one-time |
| 短信号码单次激活(地区二) | $1.99 | one-time |
| 按天租用(地区二) | $2.99 | one-time |
| 短信号码单次激活(地区三) | $2.99 | one-time |
| 30 Gold | $3.99 | one-time |
| 短信号码按天租用(地区三) | $3.99 | one-time |
| 短信号码单次激活(地区四) | $3.99 | one-time |
| 短信号码租用(套餐D) | $4.99 | one-time |
| 短信号码单次激活(地区五) | $4.99 | one-time |
| 60 Gold | $6.99 | one-time |
| 100 Gold | $9.99 | one-time |
| 短信号码租用(套餐Z) | $17.99 | one-time |
| 200 Gold | $19.99 | one-time |
| 400 Gold | $34.99 | one-time |


### SimCode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simcode-virtual-number-sms/id6717599267)

Receive SMS verifications from online services using temporary virtual numbers. Protect your personal phone number from spam and easily verify accounts on various platforms. Enjoy a secure and private way to access online services.

**Highlights:** Instant virtual numbers, Receive SMS online, Protect personal number, Verify accounts easily, Pay-per-use pricing, Automatic refunds

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30 Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| 50 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Credits | $9.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Cheap prices
- 👍 All numbers included
- 👍 Good app
- 👍 Nice
- 👍 Great

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Arnaque

**Reported bugs**

- Very bad I didn't get my credit when I made payment
- ist leider nicht kostenlos, man muss für 4 credits eine gute Bewertung schreiben, man bekommt diese aber nicht

**Requested features**

- Sin code SMS


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Virtual SMS free?

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

### Is SimCode free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Virtual SMS or SimCode?

SimCode is rated higher. Virtual SMS averages 3.9 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while SimCode averages 4.7 from 208 ratings.

### Do Virtual SMS or SimCode have ads?

Neither Virtual SMS nor SimCode shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Virtual SMS or SimCode?

Virtual SMS ships an update every 6 weeks, and SimCode every 2 weeks. Most recently, Virtual SMS was updated on September 18, 2026 and SimCode on September 23, 2026.

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