Comparison

SMS vs SMS Forwarder

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

Head to head
About

SMS

Send and receive SMS and MMS messages across your devices seamlessly. Your messages stay synced and accessible from your mobile device or web browser, using your existing phone number.

Highlights
  • Cross-device SMS and MMS sync
  • Cloud-based message storage
  • Seamless web browser access
  • Uses your existing phone number
  • Easy setup
Features
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Stay connected everywhere with SMS Plus — the easy way to send and receive SMS messages using your personal flip phone number. SMS Plus allows you to send and receive SMS and MMS messages across your devices seamlessly. Whether you're using your mobile device or a web browser, your messages stay synced and accessible whenever you need them. KEY FEATURES Cross-Device SMS Sync Send and receive SMS and MMS messages across supported devices. Cloud Integration Your messages stay in sync automatically, securely stored and accessible anytime. Easy Setup No technical skills needed — start syncing your messages in minutes. Use Your Own Number SMS Plus works with your existing flip phone number — just like your native SMS app.

About

SMS Forwarder

Automatically forward SMS messages to various platforms like email, Telegram, Slack, and more. This app ensures you never miss important texts, including OTPs and 2FA codes, with on-device processing for complete privacy. Set up custom rules to filter and route messages to any device or service.

Highlights
  • Forward SMS to Email
  • Forward OTP & 2FA codes
  • Business SMS forwarding
  • Forward SMS while traveling
  • Remote work & multi-device support
  • Forward to 8 platforms
  • Smart SMS filtering & rules
Features
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SMS Forwarder is the easiest text message forwarding app for iPhone. Automatically forward SMS to Email, Telegram, Slack, Discord, Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp, another phone number, or any custom webhook. Set up once and receive text messages on any device, anywhere. 100% PRIVATE — ON-DEVICE SMS FORWARDING Your messages never leave your iPhone. SMS Forwarder processes everything on-device with zero data stored on external servers. No tracking, no analytics — you stay in full control of your data. WHY CHOOSE SMS FORWARDER? - Forward SMS to Email Automatically forward text messages to your inbox. Perfect for keeping records of bank notifications, order confirmations, and important texts. - Forward OTP & 2FA Verification Codes Receive one-time passwords and 2FA verification codes on your laptop or work computer. Never miss time-sensitive SMS codes again. - Business SMS Forwarding Forward client messages to Slack, Discord, or Microsoft Teams instantly. Keep your team in the loop without sharing your personal phone number. - Forward SMS While Traveling Access text messages from your second phone or local SIM card while abroad. Stay connected to important SMS notifications globally. - Remote Work & Multi-Device Forward text messages to any device. Receive important SMS notifications on your computer, tablet, or another phone wherever you are. FORWARD SMS TO 8 PLATFORMS Email • Telegram • Slack • Discord • Microsoft Teams • WhatsApp • Another Phone • Custom API/Webhook SMART SMS FILTERING & FORWARDING RULES • Create unlimited text message forwarding rules • Filter SMS by sender name, phone number, or message content • Schedule forwarding for specific days and time ranges • Test SMS forwarding before activating POPULAR SMS FORWARDING USE CASES • Forward bank SMS notifications to email for record-keeping • Receive 2FA verification codes on your work computer • Auto forward delivery and order updates to Telegram • Route customer text messages to your Slack workspace • Forward OTP codes to another device while traveling abroad • Share appointment reminders with family via WhatsApp • Integrate SMS into business automation via webhooks and API HOW SMS FORWARDING WORKS 1. Create a forwarding rule — choose which text messages to forward and where 2. Set filters — filter by sender, message content, or schedule (optional) 3. Set up iOS Shortcuts — follow our simple video guide, and you're done PRICING Free: Try SMS forwarding with a limited number of messages Premium: Unlimited text message forwarding to all platforms Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled 24+ hours before the period ends. Manage in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Download SMS Forwarder now and stop missing important text messages. Video tutorials and support available in-app. Privacy Policy: https://smsforwardingapp.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://smsforwardingapp.com/terms

Screenshots

SMS4 screens
SMS Forwarder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SMS at 5.0 against SMS Forwarder's 4.4. SMS also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and device support (3 vs 1). SMS Forwarder's advantage is ratings volume (36 vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, ads 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. SMS Forwarder sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. SMS asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SMS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SMS Forwarder has 36 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SMS ships an update monthly, SMS Forwarder every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
SMS versus SMS Forwarder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSMSSMS Forwarder
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.4 (36 ratings)
Positive reviews—30.0% of reviews
Number of ratings136 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTawlq. IncAlexey Sakharov

Customer experience

SMS

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SMS Forwarder

All ratings36 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral2.8%
Negative13.9%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive30.0%
Neutral30.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

None

SMS

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

SMS Forwarder

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Version3 Days trial2 variants$7.997 Days
  • Pro Version7 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Pro Version7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Pro Version7 Days trial$69.991 Year

Questions

Is SMS free?
SMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SMS Forwarder free?
SMS Forwarder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SMS or SMS Forwarder?
SMS is rated higher. SMS averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while SMS Forwarder averages 4.4 from 36 ratings.
Do SMS or SMS Forwarder have ads?
Neither SMS nor SMS Forwarder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SMS or SMS Forwarder?
SMS ships an update monthly, and SMS Forwarder every 2 weeks. Most recently, SMS was updated on September 19, 2026 and SMS Forwarder on September 12, 2026.

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