Comparison

ReceiveSMS vs SMS Virtual

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

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About

ReceiveSMS

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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 β€” 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 β€” keep spam away from your personal inbox - Simple, transparent pricing β€” 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" β€” 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 β€” 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 β€” 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

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SMS Virtual

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Sign up for the apps you want without handing over your personal number. SMSVirtual gives you a virtual number that receives SMS verification codes online, so you can register, verify, and get in β€” no SIM card and no second phone required. Whether you're creating a new account on a messaging app, joining a social network, or registering on any service that asks for a phone number, SMSVirtual has you covered. Pick a virtual number from the country you need, receive your one-time SMS code, and copy it with a single tap. Millions of apps and websites now demand a phone number just to let you in. Handing out your real number means more spam, more tracking, and less control over your privacy. A virtual number keeps your personal line separate, so your inbox stays clean and your real identity stays yours. - Receive SMS verification codes online for account sign-ups and logins - Get a temporary, disposable number for a single one-time verification - Keep a reliable second number for messaging and social apps - Register on services that are only available in another country - Complete two-factor authentication (2FA) and OTP checks in seconds - Try out a new app before trusting it with your primary number - Create separate numbers for work, shopping, gaming, or online marketplaces - Receive activation codes without ever inserting a physical SIM card Getting verified takes just a few seconds. Choose a virtual number from the country you want, enter it when an app or website asks for your phone number, watch the SMS code arrive, and tap once to copy it. That is the whole flow β€” no forms, no SIM swaps, no waiting around. - Virtual numbers from many countries around the world - SMS codes captured automatically, so you never retype them - Nothing is ever linked to your real SIM card or personal line - Works with hundreds of popular apps and online services - Fast, reliable delivery of verification codes and one-time passwords - A clean, private way to protect your real phone number - A simple, modern design that gets you verified in moments You can choose virtual numbers across many regions β€” from the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and the Netherlands to countries throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas β€” so you can verify an account wherever a service is offered, even one limited to another region. SMSVirtual is perfect for signing up on messaging apps, social networks, online marketplaces, delivery services, and any platform that verifies you by SMS. From WhatsApp and Telegram verification to Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok sign-ups, from banking codes to online store registrations, it is the virtual number built for getting verified anywhere β€” quickly, privately, and without a physical SIM. Your privacy comes first. Because your real number never touches the apps you sign up for, less spam reaches your personal line, you get fewer unwanted calls, and there is no easy way for services to track you across the web. When you no longer need a number, simply move on β€” your everyday identity was never exposed in the first place. There are no contracts to sign and no SIM cards to swap. Just choose a number, receive your verification code, and continue signing up wherever you are. It is the fast, private, modern way to handle every SMS code and OTP you need. Whenever an app asks for your number, reach for a virtual one instead. Get started today and sign up anywhere with SMSVirtual. Support: smsvirtual.pro Privacy https://smsvirtual.pro/privacy.html EULA https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ReceiveSMS4 screens
SMS Virtual4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SMS Virtual at none against ReceiveSMS's shown. ReceiveSMS's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. ReceiveSMS sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and SMS Virtual sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
ReceiveSMS versus SMS Virtual: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReceiveSMSSMS Virtual
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksβ€”
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPod β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size82 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAli Emirhan KOLVEREPΔ°NKO LΔ°MΔ°TED

In-app purchases

9 purchases

ReceiveSMS

One-time9
  • 1 Coin Top-Up$0.99
  • 2 Coins Top-Up Pack$1.99
  • 3 Coins Balance Pack$2.99
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  • 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
6 purchases

SMS Virtual

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Plan$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Plan$19.991 Month
One-time4
  • 50 Credits$4.99
  • 150 Credits$12.99
  • 350 Credits$27.99
Show 1 more
  • 800 Credits$54.99

Questions

Is ReceiveSMS free?
ReceiveSMS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SMS Virtual free?
SMS Virtual is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ReceiveSMS or SMS Virtual have ads?
ReceiveSMS shows ads; SMS Virtual does not.

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