Comparison

CodeShield vs SMS Activate

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

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About

CodeShield

Features
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This is a tool application focused on virtual number verification codes and secondary account management. When you face various registration, login, and password retrieval SMS verification codes daily, and have multiple frequently used virtual numbers that need to be categorized and recorded, Code Shield helps you organize this information clearly. 【Verification Code】 * Paste the SMS content, one-click recognition and saving of the verification code * Record service names, favorite frequently used items, and click to copy * 5-minute countdown ring reminder, expiration status clearly visible * Suitable for temporarily jotting down recently received verification codes to avoid forgetting them when switching apps 【Secondary Numbers, Automatically Archived by Country】 * Manage your frequently used number files by country/region * Supports international number display and one-click copying * Clear grouping for faster searching; no more searching through notes 【International Number Formatting】 * Built-in area codes and number rules for 50+ countries and regions * Offline conversion of international notation, E.164, domestic grouping, and other common formats * Formatting results can be saved to the "My Secondary Numbers" file.

About

SMS Activate

Receive SMS verification codes online using virtual numbers from over 180 countries. Protect your privacy by not sharing your real phone number during account registration and verification. Manage your number status and SMS history for clearer use.

Highlights
  • Receive SMS verification codes online
  • Virtual numbers for over 180 countries
  • Temporary and longer-term number rental
  • Enhanced privacy by not sharing real number
  • View number status and SMS history
  • Extended keyboard for faster code input
Features
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Receive SMS verification codes online with virtual numbers, complete account verification, and reduce the need to share your real phone number. SMS Activate covers more than 180 countries and regions, giving you flexibility for both temporary verification and longer-term use. • Quick verification: Choose an activation number to receive codes fast • Longer-term use: Choose a rental number for ongoing verification needs • More privacy: Share your real phone number less when registering or verifying accounts • Clearer information: View number status, SMS history, and point details • Faster input: Use the extended keyboard to quickly view and enter verification codes Choose a country and use case to get an available virtual number. Enter the number on the target website or app, and the SMS verification code will appear in SMS Activate. You can also reactivate a number or extend its rental period as needed. After linking your Apple Account, you can restore your account data when reinstalling the app or switching devices. The extended keyboard is used only to retrieve number and SMS status information. It does not record or upload text entered with your regular keyboard. SMS Activate is ideal for users who need a temporary number, backup number, or online SMS verification. View number records, SMS history, and point details to manage every use more clearly. Whether third-party platforms accept virtual numbers depends on their service rules, risk-control policies, and current status. We do not guarantee that every platform, country, or service will be available at all times. SMS Activate provides virtual numbers and SMS receiving services only. Download SMS Activate now and complete online SMS verification with more flexible numbers.

Screenshots

CodeShield4 screens
SMS Activate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CodeShield at none against SMS Activate's 8. CodeShield also leads on iOS requirement (13 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support 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. SMS Activate sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. CodeShield asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
CodeShield versus SMS Activate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodeShieldSMS Activate
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBeverly Symons林辉 朱

In-app purchases

None

CodeShield

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

SMS Activate

One-time8
  • 1 gold coin$0.99
  • 9 gold coin$1.99
  • 12 gold coin$2.99
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  • 25 gold coin$4.99
  • 45 gold coin$9.99
  • 85 gold coin$19.99
  • 200 gold coin$39.99
  • 450 gold coin$99.99

Questions

Is CodeShield free?
CodeShield is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SMS Activate free?
SMS Activate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CodeShield or SMS Activate have ads?
Neither CodeShield nor SMS Activate shows ads.

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