# 2ndNumber vs SMSX

The clearest difference is rating: SMSX at 4.7 against 2ndNumber's 1.0. SMSX also leads on ratings volume (7 vs 2). 2ndNumber's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 2ndNumber sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and SMSX sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SMSX holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 7 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 2ndNumber | SMSX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2ndnumber-secure-second-phone/id6760460877/reviews) | **[4.7 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smsx-virtual-number-service/id6780501407/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **7** |
| Positive reviews | — | 80.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 77 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BVK Technologies pvt ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1606167020) | [WHITE CODE TEKNOLOJI LIMITED SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1774506467) |

## What reviewers say

### 2ndNumber

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2ndnumber-secure-second-phone/id6760460877)

Obtain a secondary phone number for various needs, including business, online selling, and privacy protection. This app allows you to make calls and send texts without revealing your primary number, offering a convenient solution for separating personal and professional communications.

**Highlights:** Get a virtual phone number instantly, Make private calls and send secure texts, Separate work and personal communications, Use for business, dating, or online selling, No extra SIM card or device needed, Manage calls and messages from anywhere

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2nd Number Week Pro Plan | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Second Number Month Plan | $12.99 | per month |
| 2nd Number Year Pro Plan | $39.99 | per year |
| Second Number Credit | $3.99 | one-time |
| Second Number Credit | $19.99 | one-time |
| Second Number Credit | $29.99 | one-time |
| Second Number Credit | $59.99 | one-time |


### SMSX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smsx-virtual-number-service/id6780501407)

Easily receive SMS verification codes without revealing your personal phone number. Choose virtual numbers from various countries to securely complete online account verifications and protect your privacy.

**Highlights:** Receive SMS verification codes, Use virtual numbers from different countries, Keep personal phone number private, Secure account verification, Simple usage-based pricing, Fast SMS delivery

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Virtual Number for Receive SMS | $0.99 | one-time |
| Receive Sms Online | $4.99 | one-time |
| Get Receive SMS | $9.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Number | $14.99 | one-time |
| Get Virtual Number | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 2ndNumber free?

2ndNumber is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SMSX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 2ndNumber or SMSX?

SMSX is rated higher. 2ndNumber averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while SMSX averages 4.7 from 7 ratings.

### Do 2ndNumber or SMSX have ads?

SMSX shows ads; 2ndNumber does not.

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