Comparison

SMS vs MessagePilot

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

Head to head
About

SMS

Automatically forward SMS messages based on keywords to your email. This app processes all rules locally for enhanced privacy and security, offering offline operation. It's ideal for backing up important messages, verification codes, and separating work and personal communications.

Highlights
  • Keyword matching for SMS forwarding
  • Auto email forwarding
  • Local device processing
  • Secure and reliable forwarding
  • Offline operation
  • Verification code forwarding
Features
Read full description

SMS Forwarder - Auto Forward SMS, OTP & 2FA Codes to Email, Telegram & Webhook! Core Features: - Keyword Matching - Support multiple keywords, accurately match SMS to forward - OTP & 2FA Forwarding - Automatically forward verification codes and two-factor auth SMS - Multi-Channel Forwarding - Forward to Email, Telegram or custom Webhook - Webhook Templates - Built-in formats for DingTalk, Feishu, WeCom, Slack, Discord and more - Failure Alerts - Get a local notification when forwarding fails - Local Device Processing - All forwarding rules are stored locally, SMS goes straight to your own email or channels - Secure and Reliable - Built on iOS Shortcuts, no SMS content leakage Perfect For: * Auto-forward Verification Codes - Automatically forward various verification codes to email for archiving * Important Notification Monitoring - Auto-forward important SMS from banks, logistics, etc. * Separate Work and Life - Forward work-related SMS to work email, keep life SMS on phone * Multi-device Sync - View SMS on multiple devices via email * Information Backup - Auto-backup important SMS to email, prevent phone loss * Group Notification Sync - Forward important SMS to DingTalk, Feishu or Telegram groups via Webhook Privacy Promise: No personal data • No SMS uploads • No registration Premium Plans: Lifetime Membership - Unlock all features permanently - Pay once, use forever - No subscription needed, incredible value Annual Subscription - Auto-renewable yearly subscription - Full access to all premium features - Flexible, cancel anytime Free Trial - 3-day free trial with full features Terms & Policies - User Agreement: http://rule.linkfun.top/25A6/user-agreement.html?lang=en - Privacy Policy: http://rule.linkfun.top/25A6/privacy-policy.html?lang=en - Disclaimer: http://rule.linkfun.top/25A6/disclaimer.html?lang=en - End User License Agreement (EULA): http://rule.linkfun.top/25A6/eula.html?lang=en

About

MessagePilot

Features
Read full description

MessagePilot - Your Messages, Wherever You Need Them Never miss an important SMS again. MessagePilot forwards your incoming text messages to Email and Telegram automatically. KEY FEATURES - Smart Forwarding: Route SMS to Email and Telegram instantly - Easy Setup: Configure once with Apple Shortcuts, works automatically - Message Templates: Forwarded messages include sender info and timestamp - Multi-Destination: Forward to multiple Email addresses and Telegram chats - Test Center: Verify your setup before going live - Backup and Restore: Export and import your settings - Multi-Language: 20 languages supported SUPPORTED DESTINATIONS - Email: Just enter your email address, we handle the rest - Telegram: Connect our bot, start receiving HOW IT WORKS MessagePilot works with Apple Shortcuts: 1. Open Shortcuts, go to Automation, tap New Automation, select Message 2. Set sender to Any Sender, press space in content field 3. Select Run Immediately, tap Next 4. Search MessagePilot, select Forward SMS 5. Tap Message, select Shortcut Input, tap Save Every incoming SMS will be forwarded to your Email and Telegram. PRIVACY AND SECURITY - Messages processed on your device - No ads, no tracking - Per-device isolation PLANS Free: 2 destinations, 50 messages per month Pro: 5 destinations, 5000 messages per month Premium: Unlimited, priority support Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://whis33.com/api/messagepilot/privacy.html

Screenshots

SMS3 screens
MessagePilot3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MessagePilot at every 10 days against SMS'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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SMS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per year and MessagePilot sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SMS ships an update every 2 months, MessagePilot every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 1, 2026 and July 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
SMS versus MessagePilot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSMSMessagePilot
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer慧君 李Orcun Ozer

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SMS

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Subscription$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$7.99
2 purchases

MessagePilot

Subscriptions2
  • Pro$4.991 Month
  • Premium$9.991 Month

Questions

Is SMS free?
SMS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MessagePilot free?
MessagePilot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SMS or MessagePilot have ads?
Neither SMS nor MessagePilot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SMS or MessagePilot?
SMS ships an update every 2 months, and MessagePilot every 10 days. Most recently, SMS was updated on September 1, 2026 and MessagePilot on July 12, 2026.

Other comparisons