# Friendly SMS vs Pulse

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Friendly SMS at none against Pulse's 2. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pulse sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $39.99 per 7 days. Friendly SMS asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Friendly SMS against 5.0 for Pulse. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Friendly SMS | Pulse |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/friendly-sms/id6756807374/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pulse-standards-not-swipes/id6773115568/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Gabriel Beer](https://appshunter.io/developer/1862995384) | [PulseDate Technologies Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1821623760) |

## What reviewers say

### Friendly SMS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/friendly-sms/id6756807374)

This app helps you stay in touch with important contacts by setting personalized reminders. It allows you to send pre-written text messages with a single tap, ensuring you never miss a special occasion or a chance to connect.

**Highlights:** Recurring contact reminders, Birthday reminders, Pre-filled SMS messages, Customizable messages, Manual one-off reminders, Local notifications

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Pulse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pulse-standards-not-swipes/id6773115568)

This dating platform focuses on quality over quantity, requiring members to apply and undergo human review for verification. It prioritizes real people with genuine intentions, offering a curated experience for those seeking meaningful connections.

**Highlights:** Members-only platform, Human application review, Face verification, Verified profiles, No bots or catfish, Community standards enforcement

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Membership | $39.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Membership | $99.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Friendly SMS free?

Friendly SMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Pulse free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Friendly SMS or Pulse?

Friendly SMS and Pulse are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 2 ratings respectively.

### Do Friendly SMS or Pulse have ads?

Neither Friendly SMS nor Pulse shows ads.

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