# SMS io vs Get Virtual Num

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Get Virtual Num at 67% against SMS io's 11%. Get Virtual Num also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 20) and ads (none vs shown). SMS io's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (78 vs 13). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SMS io sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Get Virtual Num asks for nothing beyond the download.

SMS io holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SMS io has 78 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 11% of SMS io's written reviews are positive against 67% of Get Virtual Num's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SMS io ships an update weekly, Get Virtual Num every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SMS io | Get Virtual Num |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (78 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sms-io-virtual-verification/id6756608507/reviews)** | [3.7 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-virtual-num/id6759413177/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **78** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 11.1% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 61 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [APPLOX](https://appshunter.io/developer/1843634912) | [Paysos LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1878533770) |

## What reviewers say

### SMS io

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sms-io-virtual-verification/id6756608507)

This app provides temporary virtual phone numbers to receive SMS verification codes online. It's useful for sign-ups, protecting your personal number, and verifying accounts on various internet platforms without using your real SIM card.

**Highlights:** Receive SMS verification codes online, Temporary virtual phone numbers, Protect personal number privacy, Supports over 160 countries, Coin-based pay-as-you-use system, Fast and secure SMS delivery

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly 4 Credits | $3.99 | per month |
| SMS Verification - Weekly Lite | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly 5 Credits | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly 7 Credits | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly 8 Credits | $7.99 | per month |
| Monthly 9 Credits | $8.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription for 10 Coins | $9.99 | per month |
| Weekly Subscription for 10 Coins | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Virtual Number - Weekly 15 Credits | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly 25 Credits | $24.99 | per month |
| Get 1 SMS Verification Coin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Receive SMS Code: 3 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Get 4 Verification Coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 5 Coins: SMS Number Code | $4.99 | one-time |
| Get 6 Virtual SMS Coins | $5.99 | one-time |
| Receive SMS Number: 7 Coins | $6.99 | one-time |
| 8 Coins to Verify Code | $7.99 | one-time |
| 9 Virtual Verification Coins | $8.99 | one-time |
| Get 10 SMS Code Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 25 Credits | $24.99 | one-time |


### Get Virtual Num

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-virtual-num/id6759413177)

Instantly acquire temporary virtual phone numbers for SMS verification and online account activation. Securely receive verification codes from multiple countries and manage your numbers efficiently.

**Highlights:** Buy virtual numbers from multiple countries, Receive SMS verification codes instantly, Verify apps and online services securely, Manage all your numbers in one dashboard, Fast delivery and real-time activation, Global coverage

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SMS io free?

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

### Is Get Virtual Num free?

Get Virtual Num is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SMS io or Get Virtual Num?

SMS io is rated higher. SMS io averages 4.4 out of 5 from 78 ratings, while Get Virtual Num averages 3.7 from 13 ratings.

### Do SMS io or Get Virtual Num have ads?

SMS io shows ads; Get Virtual Num does not.

### Which is updated more often, SMS io or Get Virtual Num?

SMS io ships an update weekly, and Get Virtual Num every 5 days. Most recently, SMS io was updated on October 19, 2026 and Get Virtual Num on October 9, 2026.

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