Comparison

Hiya vs Alertico

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

Head to head
About

Hiya

Identify unknown callers and block unwanted calls with AI-powered protection. Screen calls before answering, look up suspicious numbers, and receive alerts for AI-generated voices or risky requests. Enhance your phone's security and reduce spam.

Highlights
  • Caller ID for incoming calls
  • Automatic blocking of reported spam numbers
  • Search unknown numbers for spam/unwanted status
  • Call screening with AI voice detection
  • Call safety alerts for risky requests
  • Report and review suspicious numbers
Features
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Know who's calling. Block unwanted calls. Screen the rest. CALLER ID & CALL BLOCKING See who's calling before you answer. Hiya shows caller names and call context for incoming calls and automatically blocks numbers reported as unwanted, using Hiya's phone number reputation data. LOOK UP UNKNOWN NUMBERS Search any number to see who called and whether it has been reported as spam or unwanted by other users. CALL SCREENER * Turn on Call Screener and set up call forwarding, and unknown calls are answered by Hiya on your behalf. Hiya asks the caller why they're calling, so you can decide whether to pick up. Call forwarding is set up through your carrier, and the steps are guided in the app. AI VOICE DETECTION & CALL SAFETY ALERTS * For calls handled by Call Screener, Hiya's servers can analyze the call and flag signs of an AI-generated voice or risky requests. You'll see the alert in the app. REPORT & REVIEW Report numbers you don't trust and see your recent call activity in one place. Requirements and availability: - Caller ID and call blocking require enabling Hiya in iPhone Settings > Phone > Call Blocking & Identification. - Call Screener, AI Voice Detection, and Call Safety Alerts require call forwarding to be enabled with your carrier. They are available only in the United States and Canada, in English and French, Spanish and may not be supported by all carriers or plans. - Feature availability may vary by device, operating system, carrier, and plan. - Detection is designed to help identify risk but cannot identify every unwanted or suspicious call. * = U.S. and Canada only. English, French, and Spanish only. Terms of Service: https://www.hiya.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://hiya.com/hiya-data-policy

About

Alertico

Features
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Imagine a situation where, with a single click, you can inform loved ones that you need help or let them know that you have arrived safely. Alertico combines rapid emergency support with effective group communication. 1. Ask family/friends for help In situations that require an immediate response, Alertico allows you to instantly send emergency notifications to a predetermined group of contacts. The system is designed to let your loved ones know within seconds that you need assistance, which can be crucial in emergency situations. 2 Confirmation of safe arrival A particularly useful feature for parents and caregivers - the ability to quickly confirm arrival at a location. Instead of sending a traditional text message or making a phone call, with one click you will inform your loved ones of your safe arrival, saving time and reducing the stress of waiting for information. 3. Caller verification In an era of increasing phone scams, Alertico offers a unique PIN verification system. When someone calls you, they can confirm their identity with a code received from Alertico, effectively eliminating the risk of fraud. 4. Real-time location In emergency situations, recipients have access to the location of the person calling for help, greatly speeding up the ability to respond and reach help. The location system is fully integrated with Alertico's emergency functions. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Use for free until the end of July 2025 - then choose a subscription package and enjoy full access!

Screenshots

Hiya4 screens
Alertico4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Alertico at none against Hiya's 10. Alertico also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). Hiya's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months) and chart position (#158 vs unranked). 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. Hiya sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Alertico asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hiya ships an update weekly, Alertico every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Hiya versus Alertico: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHiyaAlertico
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (238K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings238K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#158 — better—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size179 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHiyaRobert Pardela

Bugs and requests

Hiya

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Settings reset unexpectedly
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • Inability to block certain numbers

Requested features

4 requests
  • Automatic spam blocking without user intervention
  • Ability to block entire area codes
  • Integration with phone's native call blocking
  • Spam protection for text messages

Alertico

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Hiya

Subscriptions9
  • Lookup Plan - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Hiya Premium - Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Hiya Premium - Monthly2 variants$3.991 Month
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  • Hiya Premium - Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Hiya Premium - Quarterly7 Days trial$9.993 Months
  • Hiya Premium - Quarterly$9.993 Months
  • Hiya Premium - Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Hiya Premium - Yearly$24.991 Year
  • Hiya Premium - Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year
None

Alertico

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hiya free?
Hiya is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Alertico free?
Alertico is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Hiya or Alertico have ads?
Neither Hiya nor Alertico shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hiya or Alertico?
Hiya ships an update weekly, and Alertico every 4 months. Most recently, Hiya was updated on November 7, 2026 and Alertico on October 28, 2026.

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