# Virtual SMS vs Crimewise

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Crimewise at none against Virtual SMS's 10. Virtual SMS's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Virtual SMS sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Crimewise asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Virtual SMS | Crimewise |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-sms-virtual-number/id6499100920/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **18** | — |
| Positive reviews | 77.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Size | 43 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [凤娥 赵](https://appshunter.io/developer/1681548200) | [STEPHEN STRATFORD](https://appshunter.io/developer/381374600) |

## 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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 |
| 30 Gold | $3.99 | one-time |
| 短信号码单次激活(地区四) | $3.99 | one-time |
| 60 Gold | $6.99 | one-time |
| 100 Gold | $9.99 | one-time |
| 200 Gold | $19.99 | one-time |
| 400 Gold | $34.99 | one-time |


### Crimewise

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crimewise-crime-data-map/id6764072931)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Virtual SMS free?

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

### Is Crimewise free?

Crimewise is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Virtual SMS or Crimewise have ads?

Neither Virtual SMS nor Crimewise shows ads.

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