# FreedomPop vs Ghost

The clearest difference is rating: Ghost at 4.6 against FreedomPop's 3.3. Ghost also leads on review sentiment (60% vs 28%) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months). FreedomPop's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 20) and iOS requirement (8.2 vs 16.4). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ghost sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. FreedomPop asks for nothing beyond the download.

Ghost holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ghost has 7.7K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of FreedomPop's written reviews are positive against 60% of Ghost's.

FreedomPop ships an update every 3 months, Ghost every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FreedomPop | Ghost |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freedompop-calling-and-texting/id835399970/reviews) | **[4.6 (7.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ghost-second-phone-number/id6466671844/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | **7.7K** |
| Positive reviews | 28.3% of reviews | **60.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 101 MB | 149 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.2** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [STS Media, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/571070562) | [Openlife AI Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896485364) |

## What reviewers say

### FreedomPop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freedompop-calling-and-texting/id835399970)

This app provides free calling and texting services, allowing users to get a new phone number from the US, UK, or Spain. It offers free domestic and international calls, HD-quality audio, and free SMS messaging, working over Wi-Fi or cellular networks.

**Highlights:** Free US, UK, Spain phone numbers, Free domestic calling, Free international calling, Free SMS texting, HD-quality calls, Works on Wi-Fi or cellular

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Affordable service
- 🔓 Free basic plan
- 💡 Useful as backup device
- 👍 Works well when it does

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable service
- 🔇 Poor call quality
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel/manage account
- 💰 Hidden/unexpected charges

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and bugs after updates
- Activation and number selection issues
- Missed calls and delayed text messages

**Requested features**

- Improve call reliability and quality
- Better account management and cancellation options
- Integrate with native phone dialer and messaging apps


### Ghost

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ghost-second-phone-number/id6466671844)

Get a private, local phone number to stop spam and protect your identity. Receive texts, make unlimited calls, and use a temporary number for online sign-ups and transactions without revealing your real number.

**Highlights:** Temporary phone number, Unlimited calls, SMS verification codes, Local area codes, VPN protection, Spam shielding, No contracts or SIMs

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

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $0.99 | per month |
| Pro | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Spam Call Blocker | $4.99 | per 2 months |
| Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| VPN Protection | $9.99 | per 2 months |
| Premium | $14.99 | per 2 months |
| Pro | $14.99 | per year |
| Pro | $17.99 | per year |
| Multi Plan Plus - 10 Numbers | $19.99 | per 2 months |
| Multi-Plan - 10 Numbers | $19.99 | per 2 months |
| Pro | $24.99 | per month |
| Pro | $29.99 | per month |
| Premium | $29.99 | per 2 months |
| Pro | $39.99 | per month |
| Pro | $49.99 | per 2 months |
| Pro | $139.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Cuts spam calls
- 🔒 Keeps personal number private
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 👍 Transparent about costs
- 👍 Separate work and personal calls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Verification issues
- 🐛 Unable to send/receive messages
- 🐛 Unavailable area codes
- 🐛 Billing and subscription problems
- 🐛 Unreliable performance

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to delete conversations
- Inconsistent number availability
- Verification texts not received
- Calls not connecting properly

**Requested features**

- Allow multiple numbers and number switching
- Improve 2FA and verification process
- Add more customization and settings options
- Enhance call and messaging capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FreedomPop free?

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

### Is Ghost free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FreedomPop or Ghost?

Ghost is rated higher. FreedomPop averages 3.3 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Ghost averages 4.6 from 7.7K ratings.

### Do FreedomPop or Ghost have ads?

Neither FreedomPop nor Ghost shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FreedomPop or Ghost?

FreedomPop ships an update every 3 months, and Ghost every 9 days. Most recently, FreedomPop was updated on October 23, 2026 and Ghost on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*