Comparison

Second Number vs Second Number eSIM

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

Head to head
About

Second Number

Obtain a secondary phone number for calls and texts without needing a new SIM or contract. Use it for online sign-ups, dating apps, or to keep your primary number private. Manage your second line easily and block unwanted callers.

Highlights
  • Instant second phone number
  • Private texting and calling
  • Block spam callers
  • Hide personal number online
  • Temporary or burner number
  • Wi-Fi or mobile data usage
Features
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Keep your real number private. Second Line gives you a second phone number for calling, texting, and signing up online — without a second SIM card or new contract. Get a private number in seconds and use it for work, dating apps, marketplace listings, or anywhere you don't want to share your personal number. Switch it off or replace it anytime. What you can do with Second Line: — Get a second phone number instantly, no SIM swap needed — Send and receive private texts and calls separate from your main line — Block spam and unknown callers before they reach you — Keep your personal number hidden on Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, dating apps, and online forms — Use it as a temporary or burner number for one-time verifications — Works over Wi-Fi or mobile data — no carrier account required Why Second Line: Whether you need a work line separate from your personal one, a temporary number for a short-term project, or just want more control over who can reach you, Second Line keeps your real identity protected while staying fully reachable. Download Second Line and get your private number today. Subscription required for full access to calling, texting, and number features. Payment charged to your Apple ID account. Subscription auto-renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Disclaimer: Second Line is intended for lawful personal and business communication only. Users are solely responsible for complying with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Any use of the app for fraud, harassment, spam, impersonation, illegal robocalls, or other unlawful or abusive activity is strictly prohibited and may result in immediate account termination. Privacy Policy: https://api.2ndline-app.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://api.2ndline-app.com/terms.html EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Second Number eSIM

Get a virtual phone line for calls and texts without a physical SIM. Ideal for privacy, international travel, and separating personal from professional communication.

Highlights
  • Virtual phone numbers
  • Global connectivity
  • Full calling and SMS
  • Direct messaging
  • Integrated contacts
  • Privacy protection
Features
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A second phone line on your device without extra physical SIM cards. Second Number eSIM is designed for privacy, seamless international travel, and organized daily communication, allowing you to manage dual lines effortlessly from a single interface. Seamless Global Connectivity & Smart Identity Whether you are running a business, traveling internationally, or securing your main contact info while using online marketplaces and services, Second Number eSIM separates your personal life from professional or private interactions. • Flexible Country & Number Selection: Instant access to virtual phone numbers across multiple regions. Pick a custom local or international number based on your needs. • Full Calling & SMS Functionality: Place crystal-clear outgoing calls, receive incoming calls, and send or receive SMS messages smoothly. • Direct Messaging Workflow: Connect directly with any phone number or contact without saving temporary entries into your device’s main address book. • Integrated Contact Management: Manage a dedicated contact list inside the app to initiate calls, view call logs, or send text messages instantly. • Privacy & Anti-Spam Defense: Shield your primary identity from unwanted marketing, spam, and data leaks by using virtual secondary numbers for public listings and online sign-ups.

Screenshots

Second Number4 screens
Second Number eSIM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Second Number at 4.8 against Second Number eSIM's 4.0. Second Number also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (46 vs 11). Second Number eSIM's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Second Number sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Second Number eSIM asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Second Number holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 46 and 11 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 3 level
Second Number versus Second Number eSIM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSecond NumberSecond Number eSIM
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (46 ratings) — better4.0 (11 ratings)
Number of ratings46 — better11
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTimothy SchofieldJudy Carolyn

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Second Number

Subscriptions6
  • First Line (Weekly)$6.997 Days
  • Second Line Phone Number$6.997 Days
  • First Line (Monthly)$9.991 Month
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  • Second Line Phone Number (Monthly)$9.991 Month
  • First Line Phone Number (Yearly)3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Second Line Phone Number$49.991 Year
One-time4
  • Phone Number Coin Pack (100)$0.99
  • Phone Number Coin Pack (500)$4.99
  • Phone Number Coin Pack (1000)$9.99
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  • Phone Number Coin Pack (2000)$14.99
None

Second Number eSIM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Second Number free?
Second Number is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Second Number eSIM free?
Second Number eSIM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Second Number or Second Number eSIM?
Second Number is rated higher. Second Number averages 4.8 out of 5 from 46 ratings, while Second Number eSIM averages 4.0 from 11 ratings.
Do Second Number or Second Number eSIM have ads?
Second Number eSIM shows ads; Second Number does not.

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