Comparison

Spikko vs PhoneLynk

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

Head to head
About

Spikko

This app provides virtual cellular phone numbers for your mobile device, allowing you to manage multiple local and international numbers. It offers privacy by controlling your displayed identity and separating personal and business communications on a single SIM. The service works over standard cellular networks, not VoIP, ensuring quality and ease of use.

Highlights
  • Virtual phone numbers
  • Global country coverage
  • Caller ID control
  • SMS support
  • Scheduled number activation
  • Privacy protection
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The Spikko cellular virtual phone numbers app is the client for the Spikko solution. You must have a paid Spikko account in order to use it. Spikko provides you with additional numbers on your cell phone – local, and in 52 other countries. Spikko enables you to receive cellular calls on those numbers, and control your displayed identity by selecting any one of those numbers for outgoing calls. Your privacy is protected, and you can select dedicated phone numbers for calls, SMS, etc. Spikko does not keep your phonebook, makes it public or searchable, or infringe on your privacy in any way. No need to carry two handsets. You can restrict the hours and days that those additional numbers are active. All additional numbers can be active at the same time according to a pre-defined schedule, as opposed to dual SIMs solutions. For a small / home office, working with customers around the globe or just looking for increased privacy - you need the Spikko solution - at home or when roaming*, to make sure you can use the number you need for your purpose. Get extra numbers you may need on the same handset, with low-cost incoming/outgoing calls, and don’t compromise on quality or privacy. Spikko technology works over standard cellular networks and is not based on VOIP connections. You can cancel at any time. The need to carry multiple devices, purchasing costly dual SIM devices, typing annoying access codes, or paying outrageous rates for international calls – is now removed. How does it work? -Make sure you have an active Spikko account -Install the app and login -Approve permissions -Just dial Get an overseas phone number and your customers will think you are just around the block! What Else? -Manage as many numbers as you want, simultaneously. -Want to cancel? Sure, no strings attached or contract required. -Get rates information and top up more credit for calling directly through the app. Easy! Why Spikko? -Working with global customers? Get a number that matches their area code. -Living abroad? -Traveling? Use Spikko to enjoy low-cost rates for calls*, ** Bits and Bytes: -Multiple numbers-there’s no cap on how many numbers you can own. -Get full control over your caller IDs. -No internet connection required to make calls (Just for configuration). -SMS is supported in some locations The Spikko edge over other types of solutions: -Private and Business life complete separation – using one SIM. -Superb voice quality – A network-based solution (not VOIP) -Operator and network-agnostic. -Ideal for personal as well as business use. See Spikko.com for countries where Spikko is supported * Spikko App requires internet connection for outgoing calls in some countries where local access numbers is not available yet ** NOTE - even if you have a local number from Spikko on your cellphone when roaming, call prices are not tariffed as local calls, due to the surcharge required for the Spikko service entry point location. You should check fares before placing calls. ** NOTE – you must have a subscription with a local operator or the network will not recognize your handset. Although the application is free to install from the AppStore, each monthly subscription requires a monthly payment, the prices vary between $9 and $30 depending on the selected location.All transactions occur on the AppStore with your registered account and payment method. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable

About

PhoneLynk

Establish a professional business identity on your smartphone with a dedicated business phone number. Features include automated virtual receptionists, call transfers, professional greetings, call tracking, and call recording. It helps separate business and personal calls and reduces the cost of traditional phone systems.

Highlights
  • Dedicated business phone numbers
  • Automated virtual receptionist
  • Call transfer and simultaneous ringing
  • Professional voice greetings
  • Call and text message tracking
  • Call recording
  • Automated spam call blocker
Features
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Upgrade your smartphone to Business Class! Your business deserves a smart dedicated phone number. With PhoneLynk you can create a professional business identity on your smartphone. - Create a more professional image for your small business. - Dramatically reduce the cost of traditional phone systems. - Dedicated business numbers, or port your existing number. - Automated Virtual Receptionist - Transfer calls between employees - Ring multiple phones simultaneously - Create professional voice greetings - Track calls and text messages - Assign employees numbers you control - Call recording and much more PhoneLynk grew out of our need for a phone and texting solution to grow our business. The features we add are those we need along with features our customers request. We needed a way to take control of our phones by separating our personal and professional phone numbers, so that’s exactly what we did. AUTOMATED ATTENDANT! Our Automated Virtual Receptionist greets your customers and transfers them to the appropriate employee or department. For example, press 1 for Sales, press 2 for John Doe, etc. You can record your own professional greeting to showcase your company! EXTENSION NUMBERS FOR EVERY EMPLOYEE! Now you can have one company phone number and assign an extension to each employee. Callers will hear your Automated Attendant recording, but if they know an employee’s extension they can enter it directly, no waiting! RING MULTIPLE EMPLOYEES AT ONCE As a business it’s critical to respond to customers quickly. PhoneLynk allows you to ring multiple phones at once and allow the first available employee to answer. Employees can set themselves to online or offline to indicate when they’re available. Available status can also be scheduled to go into effect automatically! DISTINGUISH BUSINESS AND PERSONAL CALLS It’s easy to differentiate between your personal and business calls on your cellphone! No mix ups or confusion regarding when and how to answer. RECORD PHONE CALLS Now you can record any incoming or outgoing call with the click of a button. No confusing conferencing in a second line or using the speaker phone and a second recorder. Just click the record button and you’re done! AUTOMATIC SPAM CALL BLOCKER Everybody hates getting spam calls from telemarketers and scammers, so PhoneLynk.io refers to a database with thousands of phone numbers reported as spam calls to help prevent you from being bothered by them! UNLIMITED NUMBERS Stop sharing numbers! With PhoneLynk.io you can create as many business phone numbers as needed for about the cost of a latte! KEEP A CALL JOURNAL Each time you place or receive a call you'll be able to enter a memo about that call. This is great for business or for online sales. It's like a mini-contact manager built into your phone! You can easily refer back to your call journal to see what notes you entered after a call! Subscriptions: When subscribing to PhoneLynk via In App Purchase, payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Charges are monthly, the amount charged will be based on the plan selected. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Service Title: PhoneLynk.io. Service period is monthly and provides access to VOIP services. Terms of service: www.phonelynk.io/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: www.phonelynk.io/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Spikko4 screens
PhoneLynk4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PhoneLynk at 94% against Spikko's 29%. PhoneLynk also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.7) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). Spikko's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Spikko sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and PhoneLynk sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PhoneLynk holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 29 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Spikko's written reviews are positive against 94% of PhoneLynk's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spikko ships an update every 6 weeks, PhoneLynk monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Spikko versus PhoneLynk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpikkoPhoneLynk
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (7 ratings)4.5 (29 ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews94.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings729 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSpikko Telecom LTDCrowdMarket, Inc.

Customer experience

Spikko

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral7.1%
Negative64.3%

PhoneLynk

All ratings29 ratings
Positive86.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.8%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive94.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.9%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Spikko

Subscriptions7
  • $4 Spikko Subscription - ID1$3.991 Month
  • $5 Spikko Subscription - ID1$4.991 Month
  • $9 Spikko Subscription - ID1$8.991 Month
Show 4 more
  • $9 Spikko Subscription - ID2$8.991 Month
  • $9 Spikko Subscription - ID3$8.991 Month
  • $15 Spikko Subscription - ID1$14.991 Month
  • $20 Spikko Subscription - ID1$19.991 Month
One-time3
  • $5 Credit$4.99
  • $10 Credit$9.99
  • $20 Credit$19.99
9 purchases

PhoneLynk

Subscriptions6
  • 1 Line - Personal Security$29.991 Month
  • 1 Line - Business Starter$34.991 Month
  • 2 Line Business Starter$69.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • 3 Lines - Small Business$104.991 Month
  • 5 Lines - Business Plus$174.991 Month
  • 10 Lines - Business 10$299.991 Month
One-time3
  • 400 Text Messages$7.99
  • 400 Call Minutes$12.99
  • Prepaid Disposable Number$34.99

Questions

Is Spikko free?
Spikko is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PhoneLynk free?
PhoneLynk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Spikko or PhoneLynk?
PhoneLynk is rated higher. Spikko averages 3.7 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while PhoneLynk averages 4.5 from 29 ratings.
Do Spikko or PhoneLynk have ads?
Neither Spikko nor PhoneLynk shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Spikko or PhoneLynk?
Spikko ships an update every 6 weeks, and PhoneLynk monthly. Most recently, Spikko was updated on October 24, 2026 and PhoneLynk on October 24, 2026.

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