FreedomPop vs Grid Cellular
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FreedomPop
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.
- Free US, UK, Spain phone numbers
- Free domestic calling
- Free international calling
- Free SMS texting
- HD-quality calls
- Works on Wi-Fi or cellular
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FreedomPop free calling and texting app works with or without FreedomPop service. Interested in 100% FREE cellular phone service in the United States, Spain, UK. Learn more below. **** This application runs on any device running iOS 8.2 and above **** Download to unlock free calling and texting with your new FreedomPop phone number. Works with FreedomPop SIM cards, smartphones, or any iOS 8.2 and above device connected to a cellular network or Wi-Fi. Free Phone Number: Numbers available from the US, UK, and Spain Free Domestic Calling: Free minutes to call anyone in the US Free International Calling: Free minutes to call anyone internationally* HD-Quality Calling: Make high-quality phone calls over WiFi or 3G/4G/LTE Free Texting: Includes free SMS to any US, UK, or Spain number Free Second Phone Number: Phones with existing numbers, get a second line Easily Share: Quickly share your new number with existing contacts Any Network: Works with Wi-Fi, FreedomPop 100% FREE 4G LTE, or any other 3G/4G/LTE cellular network No Spam: We do not share your new phone number with any third parties No Fees: Plans always start at FREE, no hidden charges No Contracts: No commitments, cancel anytime Save $100s: Save on usage overages and international calling Interested in 100% FREE cellular phone service in the United States, Spain, or UK Learn more about FreedomPop smartphones and SIM cards: United States Cheap Phones (Refurbished & Used) - https://shop.freedompop.com Free SIM Card Service - https://www.freedompop.com/sim-card Free Cell Phone Service - https://www.freedompop.com/phone International Spain - https://es.freedompop.com UK - https://uk.freedompop.com *International free calling includes calls to Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Denmark, and United States. International calling coming soon to Bangladesh, Brazil, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam.
Grid Cellular
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Manage your phone service—no matter which brand you signed up with. Grid is the official mobile service app for all wireless brands powered by Grid. Whether you signed up through a creator, employer, business, or organization, this app helps you take control of your mobile experience in one seamless place. Just signed up for service? Use the Grid app to activate your line, view your plan, track data usage, pay your bill, and get personalized support. What you can do: * Activate your service after signing up * View your phone plan and track data usage * Add or activate new lines and devices * Manage billing and make secure payments * Update your account settings and preferences How it works: 1. Sign up on the website of your mobile service provider (powered by Grid) 2. Download the Grid app 3. Sign in with the email you used during sign-up Grid powers a growing network of modern wireless brands—from creators and athletes to businesses and communities. No matter which brand you choose, the Grid app gives you one place to manage everything. Download the Grid app today to manage your phone service with ease.4. Instantly access your personalized mobile dashboard* Connect with your brand’s customer support team
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Grid Cellular at every 4 weeks against FreedomPop's every 3 months. FreedomPop's advantage is iOS requirement (8.2 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
FreedomPop ships an update every 3 months, Grid Cellular every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FreedomPop | Grid Cellular |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.3 (1.1K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 28.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.2 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 101 MB | 105 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | STS Media, Inc. | datami |
Bugs and requests
FreedomPop
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes and bugs after updates
- Activation and number selection issues
- Missed calls and delayed text messages
Requested features
3 requests- Improve call reliability and quality
- Better account management and cancellation options
- Integrate with native phone dialer and messaging apps
Grid Cellular
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
FreedomPop
No in-app purchases
Grid Cellular
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is FreedomPop free?
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Do FreedomPop or Grid Cellular have ads?
Which is updated more often, FreedomPop or Grid Cellular?
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