Comparison

Virtual Number vs ReceiveSMS

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

Head to head
About

Virtual Number

Receive SMS verification codes without sharing your personal number. Select a service, country, and get an instant virtual number for anonymous online registrations and testing.

Highlights
  • Receive SMS verification codes instantly
  • Anonymous registrations
  • Select service and country
  • History of received codes
  • Privacy-focused
  • Real-time number availability
Features
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Wanumo makes it easy to get a virtual number and receive SMS verification codes without using your personal phone number. Simply choose a country, get an available virtual number, and receive your OTP or verification SMS directly in the app. Wanumo is designed for users who need a second phone number for WhatsApp verification while keeping their personal number private. VIRTUAL NUMBER FOR WHATSAPP Get a virtual phone number from available countries and use it to receive SMS verification codes for WhatsApp where virtual numbers are accepted. No complicated setup. Choose your country, get a number, and receive your verification code. HOW WANUMO WORKS 1. Choose a country from the available list. 2. Get an available virtual number. 3. Use the number for WhatsApp verification. 4. Receive your SMS or OTP code in Wanumo. 5. View your previous numbers and codes in History. Available virtual numbers are regularly refreshed based on current availability. KEY FEATURES • Virtual Phone Numbers Get virtual numbers from multiple supported countries. • Receive SMS & OTP Codes Receive verification SMS and one-time passwords directly in the app. • WhatsApp Verification Use available virtual numbers for WhatsApp SMS verification where supported. • Second Phone Number Keep your personal phone number private by using a virtual number when available. • Country Selection Choose your preferred country before getting a virtual number. • History View previously used virtual numbers and received verification codes. • Privacy Avoid sharing your primary personal phone number when using supported verification services. • Subscriptions & Credits Choose an available subscription plan or purchase credits when needed. FAST & SIMPLE Wanumo gives you quick access to virtual numbers without a complicated setup. Choose a country, get a temporary virtual number, enter it during WhatsApp verification, and receive your SMS verification code directly in Wanumo. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Wanumo provides virtual numbers for receiving SMS only. It does not support outgoing SMS messages or voice calls. Virtual numbers are subject to availability. WhatsApp may restrict or reject virtual, temporary, or VoIP numbers. Successful verification is not guaranteed. Wanumo is an independent application and is not affiliated with, associated with, sponsored by, endorsed by, or officially connected to WhatsApp or its parent company. WhatsApp is a trademark of its respective owner. References to WhatsApp are used only to describe potential compatibility and functionality. Wanumo is intended only for legitimate and lawful use. Users are responsible for complying with the terms and policies of third-party services. SUBSCRIPTIONS & CREDITS Wanumo may offer weekly, monthly, or yearly subscription plans, as well as credit packages for individual virtual number requests. Available pricing and purchase options are displayed before purchase. SUPPORT For assistance or questions: [support@wanumsecondnumber.com](mailto:support@wanumsecondnumber.com) SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Wanumo offers auto-renewable subscriptions. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription through your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://wanumosecondnumber.com/privacy.html Terms: https://wanumosecondnumber.com/terms.html EULA: https://wanumosecondnumber.com/eula.html

About

ReceiveSMS

Features
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Tired of giving out your real phone number every time you sign up for something? We've got you covered. ReceiveSMS gives you a virtual number you can use to receive SMS messages online — no SIM card, no hassle, no spam. Whether you're verifying a new account, signing up for a dating app, or just want to keep your personal number private, we make it super easy. Here's the best part: if you don't receive an SMS, you won't be charged. We automatically refund your activations to your balance. No questions asked. What can you do with ReceiveSMS? - Get a disposable second number in seconds - Receive SMS online from any service - Verify accounts without exposing your real number - Protect your privacy — keep spam away from your personal inbox - Simple, transparent pricing — no hidden fees How does it work? It's as easy as 1-2-3-4. 1. Pick your country and the service you need a number for. Don't see your service? Just choose "any other" — we've got you covered. 2. Check the price and grab your number. If your balance is low, just top up a few credits and you're good to go. 3. Copy the number and paste it into the app, website, or service you're signing up for. 4. Wait for the SMS to arrive — it usually shows up within minutes. You'll have up to 5 minutes to receive it. Didn't get the message before the number expired? No worries — you won't pay a thing. Trademark Notice This application is an independent application and has no direct relationship with Telegram, WhatsApp, TikTok, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, WeChat, Viber, or other services. The names of these services, associated trademarks, logos, and banners are the property of the relevant services. All trademarks, product names, and company names or logos mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners. Privacy Policy: https://receivesms.turnaworks.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://receivesms.turnaworks.com/terms

Screenshots

Virtual Number4 screens
ReceiveSMS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ReceiveSMS at every 3 weeks against Virtual Number's every 3 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Virtual Number sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days and ReceiveSMS sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Virtual Number ships an update every 3 months, ReceiveSMS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Virtual Number versus ReceiveSMS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVirtual NumberReceiveSMS
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB82 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApplus Mobil Hizmetler Limited SirketiAli Emirhan KOLVER

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Virtual Number

Subscriptions4
  • Virtual Number Weekly$8.997 Days
  • Virtual Number Weekly Trial3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Virtual Number Quarterly$39.993 Months
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  • Virtual Number Yearly$49.991 Year
One-time6
  • Virtual Number 10 Coins$7.99
  • Virtual Number 25 Coins$14.99
  • Virtual Number 50 Coins$24.99
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  • Virtual Number 100 Coins$44.99
  • Virtual Number 250 Coins$79.99
  • Virtual Number 500 Coins$99.99
9 purchases

ReceiveSMS

One-time9
  • 1 Coin Top-Up$0.99
  • 2 Coins Top-Up Pack$1.99
  • 3 Coins Balance Pack$2.99
Show 6 more
  • 4 Coins – Activate Now$3.99
  • 5 Coins Value Pack$4.99
  • 8 Coins Power Pack$7.99
  • 11 Coins Premium Pack$9.99
  • 30 Coins Mega Pack$24.99
  • 65 Coins Ultimate Pack$49.99

Questions

Is Virtual Number free?
Virtual Number is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ReceiveSMS free?
ReceiveSMS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Virtual Number or ReceiveSMS have ads?
Both Virtual Number and ReceiveSMS show ads.
Which is updated more often, Virtual Number or ReceiveSMS?
Virtual Number ships an update every 3 months, and ReceiveSMS every 3 weeks. Most recently, Virtual Number was updated on October 30, 2026 and ReceiveSMS on October 31, 2026.

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