# TalkTT vs Private Text Message

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TalkTT at 90% against Private Text Message's 6%. TalkTT also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.4) and ratings volume (574 vs 23). Private Text Message's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TalkTT sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Private Text Message sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TalkTT holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TalkTT has 574 ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of TalkTT's written reviews are positive against 6% of Private Text Message's.

## The numbers

| Metric | TalkTT | Private Text Message |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (574 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talktt-callsmsnumbersesim/id990857196/reviews)** | [1.4 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-text-message/id1224952297/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **574** | 23 |
| Positive reviews | **89.8% of reviews** | 6.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 20 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ALIA NETWORK CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/990857195) | [Blacktelio OÜ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1208089378) |

## What reviewers say

### TalkTT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talktt-callsmsnumbersesim/id990857196)

Obtain international phone numbers for calls and texts, purchase global mobile data plans, or buy eSIMs to avoid roaming charges. Enjoy features like voicemail, caller ID, and call forwarding for seamless communication worldwide.

**Highlights:** Buy international phone numbers, Send and receive SMS globally, Purchase global data plans, Buy eSIMs for worldwide internet, Avoid roaming fees, Voicemail included, Caller ID and call forwarding

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TalkTT $2 Credit | $1.99 | one-time |
| TalkTT $5 Credit | $4.99 | one-time |
| TalkTT $10 Credit | $9.99 | one-time |
| TalkTT $20 Credit | $19.99 | one-time |
| TalkTT $30 Credit | $29.99 | one-time |
| TalkTT $50 Credit | $49.99 | one-time |
| TalkTT $100 Credit | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Effective phone numbers
- 💡 Wide selection of numbers
- 👍 Convenient features
- 🚀 Fast and reliable service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional technical issues
- 💰 Pricing concerns for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional app crashes or freezes
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- More number options and countries
- Improved in-app purchase process


### Private Text Message

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-text-message/id1224952297)

Send SMS messages globally without needing your own mobile number. Protect your privacy by masking your real phone number. Features include spam protection and support for international messaging.

**Highlights:** Send SMS worldwide, Mask real mobile number, International messaging, SPAM protection, No personal phone required

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 300 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits | $7.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Credits | $15.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Credits | $38.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Credits | $79.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Credits | $149.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TalkTT free?

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

### Is Private Text Message free?

Private Text Message is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TalkTT or Private Text Message?

TalkTT is rated higher. TalkTT averages 4.8 out of 5 from 574 ratings, while Private Text Message averages 1.4 from 23 ratings.

### Do TalkTT or Private Text Message have ads?

Neither TalkTT nor Private Text Message shows ads.

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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.*