# TextShield vs DeskOrbit

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DeskOrbit at none against TextShield's 1. DeskOrbit also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (4 vs 1). TextShield's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TextShield sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DeskOrbit asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | TextShield | DeskOrbit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Size | 5 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [丽佳 施](https://appshunter.io/developer/1894580777) | [Marco Hillger](https://appshunter.io/developer/1874424837) |

## What reviewers say

### TextShield

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textshield-sms-spam-filter/id6795545106)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


### DeskOrbit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deskorbit/id6798378728)

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TextShield free?

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

### Is DeskOrbit free?

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

### Do TextShield or DeskOrbit have ads?

TextShield shows ads; DeskOrbit does not.

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