RelaySMS vs Textplug
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RelaySMS
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RelaySMS is a powerful tool that lets you send secure online messages via SMS without needing an internet connection. By securely storing OAuth2 tokens for services like Gmail, Twitter, and Telegram in encrypted online Vaults, RelaySMS allows you to stay connected even when offline. Key Features: - Store OAuth2 tokens for Gmail, Twitter, and Telegram. - Manage multiple accounts seamlessly. - Send messages with or without an authentication phone number. - Open source and freely available on GitHub at https://github.com/smswithoutborders. RelaySMS is built for those who need reliable, secure communication without the limitations of internet connectivity.
Textplug
Obtain virtual phone numbers from over 180 countries for app and social media verification. This platform offers a reliable way to get a second number without needing a physical SIM card.
- Virtual second numbers
- 180+ countries supported
- App verification
- Social media verification
- Telecommunications platform
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Textplug is a telecommunications platform that provides virtual second number of over 180+ countries for any app or social media verification.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: RelaySMS at weekly against Textplug's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
RelaySMS ships an update weekly, Textplug every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RelaySMS | Textplug |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.7 (1.5K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 20.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1.5K — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Afkanerd Information Technologies Ltd | TEXTPLUG TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED |
Bugs and requests
RelaySMS
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Textplug
Reported bugs
3 issues- App not opening
- Purchased services not working as expected
- Verification codes not being delivered
Requested features
3 requests- Provide clear information about services
- Improve reliability of verification codes
- Allow users to easily withdraw their money
In-app purchases
RelaySMS
No in-app purchases
Textplug
No in-app purchases
