# Temp Number vs Intention

The clearest difference is ads: Temp Number at none against Intention's shown. Temp Number also leads on ratings volume (286 vs 13). Intention's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 74%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Temp Number sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Intention sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Intention holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Temp Number has 286 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Temp Number's written reviews are positive against 100% of Intention's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Temp Number | Intention |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (286 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temp-number-temphone/id6726997887/reviews) | **[5.0 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intention-screen-time-control/id6759113843/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **286** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 73.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 141 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TECHOOK, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1771079731) | [CLV AI HOLDINGS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876945550) |

## What reviewers say

### Temp Number

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temp-number-temphone/id6726997887)

Get temporary or renewable phone numbers for calls and texts without using your personal number. Features AI assistance for managing communications and an AI spam shield. Also offers travel eSIMs for global connectivity.

**Highlights:** Temporary disposable phone numbers, Renewable AI-powered phone lines, AI communication modes (Pilot, Co-Pilot, Auto-Pilot), Customizable AI personalities, AI spam shield, Receive SMS for verification, Travel data eSIMs

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | Free | one-time |
| New Line | $0.99 | one-time |
| Service Verification | $1.99 | one-time |
| Service Verification | $2.99 | one-time |
| Service Verification Line | $3.99 | one-time |
| New Line | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Hassle-free access to disposable phone numbers
- 👍 Smooth navigation and simple design
- 💰 Reasonably priced
- 👍 Easy to use and understand
- 👍 Lots of apps to choose from

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Failing to work in multiple countries
- 🐛 Error 301 issues

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Support for older iOS devices


### Intention

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intention-screen-time-control/id6759113843)

This app introduces a "friction" barrier to prevent compulsive app usage. Instead of simple timers, it presents cognitive challenges that must be solved before accessing blocked applications, helping users regain focus and control over their screen time.

**Highlights:** Cognitive challenges (mental math, memory, word scramble, Stroop test), Customizable app blocking, Set unlock durations, Track screen time and progress, System-level blocking via Apple APIs, Privacy-focused design

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Intention Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Intention Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $149.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Temp Number free?

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

### Is Intention free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Temp Number or Intention?

Intention is rated higher. Temp Number averages 4.6 out of 5 from 286 ratings, while Intention averages 5.0 from 13 ratings.

### Do Temp Number or Intention have ads?

Intention shows ads; Temp Number does not.

### Which is updated more often, Temp Number or Intention?

Temp Number ships an update every 2 weeks, and Intention every 2 weeks. Most recently, Temp Number was updated on October 30, 2026 and Intention on October 12, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*