248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
The best away messages apps on iPhone average 4.0★ across 248+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated September 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | $0.99 | 1.5★ (121) | No | No | May 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.1★ (38K) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 5.0★ (1) | No | Yes | May 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.1★ (1.3K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.6★ (4.3K) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.2★ (303) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | — | No | No | Aug 2026 |
Easily generate professional-looking away messages for various situations like vacations or being out of office. While it doesn't send messages automatically due to iOS limitations, it streamlines the creation process, saving you valuable time.
Communicate with contacts through unlimited texts, photos, videos, and documents. Supports iMessage for Apple devices and RCS, SMS, and MMS for others. Features include message editing, unsending, and scheduling.
Share your status with friends by displaying custom messages on their lock screens. Stay connected without constant texting, perfect for indicating when you're busy or need space. Reduce screen time and focus on real-life interactions.
