249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
VSim is the household name in activation code, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.7★ (17K) | Yes | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.6★ (17K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 3.7★ (1.1K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.6★ (30K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.6★ (246) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | — | Yes | No | Nov 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | — | No | No | Aug 2026 |
Get a temporary virtual phone number to receive SMS verification codes without revealing your personal number. Activate accounts quickly and maintain privacy from unwanted spam. All messages are conveniently stored within the app.
Protect your personal number by using a private, disposable phone number for calls and texts. Choose your own number in any area code and receive verification codes without revealing your identity. Manage your privacy with features like auto-response and custom voicemail.
This app provides a secondary phone number for various purposes, including bypassing SMS verification codes for app and web account creation. It offers a US cell phone plan with eSIM or SIM options and enables affordable international calls using a virtual temporary number.
