Best Free Text Message Client Apps

212+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

With an average user rating of 4.0★, the free text message client category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 212+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Free Text Message Client Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Free Text MessageFree Text MessageFree1.0★ (6)NoYesAug 2026
2MessengerMessengerFree4.7★ (13M)YesYesAug 2026
3WhatsApp MessengerWhatsApp MessengerFree4.7★ (18M)YesYesAug 2026
4Free Text App Plus 2nd CallingFree Text App Plus 2nd CallingFree4.3★ (457)NoYesAug 2026
5Messages: SMS & Text MessagingMessages: SMS & Text MessagingFree4.6★ (389)YesYesAug 2026
6MessagesMessagesFree4.1★ (32K)NoNoAug 2026
7Text RequestText RequestFree4.0★ (53)NoNoAug 2026
8Messenger for MessagesMessenger for MessagesFree4.4★ (328)YesNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Free Text Message Client

Free Text Message#1

Free Text Message by Blacktelio OÜ

Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
1.0(6 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Send free text messages globally with hourly refreshed quotas. Donations can increase your sending limits and benefit all users. Receive replies directly to your phone.

Messenger#2

Messenger by Meta Platforms, Inc.

Text, audio and video calls
Strong Contender
🌐 Social Networking
4.7😞(13M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#10in Social Networking
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Connect with friends and family through text, audio, and video calls. Share photos, videos, and large files, and express yourself with custom themes and animated content. Features an AI assistant for help and support.

What We Love

  • 📱 Useful for staying connected with friends and family
  • 🗣️ Enables easy communication through text, voice, and video
  • 💬 Convenient group chat features
  • 🌐 Works across multiple devices and platforms

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔒 Privacy and security concerns
  • 🔄 Unnecessary updates that remove useful features
WhatsApp Messenger#3

WhatsApp Messenger by WhatsApp Inc.

Simple. Reliable. Private.
Worth Considering
🌐 Social Networking
4.7😊(18M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#2in Social Networking
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Connect with friends and family globally through private messaging and high-quality calls. Share moments, documents, and stay in touch across devices, even on slow connections. Your conversations are secured with end-to-end encryption.

What We Love

  • 💬 Great communication tool
  • 🌍 Connects people globally
  • 🔒 Secure and private messaging
  • 📱 Versatile features (calls, video, groups)

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches (freezing, crashing, notification issues)
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with data sharing
  • 🙈 Lack of customization and control (status, groups)

More Free Text Message Client apps to explore

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Free Text App Plus 2nd Calling
Free Text App Plus 2nd Calling
Free Text App Plus 2nd Calling
Second Phone Number & Texting
Free

Get a virtual second phone number for affordable local and international calls and unlimited texting worldwide. Manage multiple numbers on one device, block spam, record calls, and share media easily. Stay connected globally without high costs.

Virtual phone numbersUnlimited textingAffordable international calls
🌐 Social Networking
(457)
free with in-app purchases
5
Messages: SMS & Text Messaging
Messages: SMS & Text Messaging
Messages: SMS & Text Messaging
Text Messages & SMS Organizer
Free

This communication platform streamlines your messaging and calling experience. It offers instant messaging, group chats, media sharing, and direct calling. Manage multiple accounts, set reminders from conversations, and organize all your messages in a unified inbox.

Dual app accountsInstant messaging and media sharingEnd-to-end message encryption
🌐 Social Networking
(389)
free with in-app purchases
6
Messages
Messages
Messages
by Apple
Free

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.

Send unlimited texts, photos, videos, and documentsiMessage, RCS, SMS, and MMS supportEdit and unsend messages
🌐 Social Networking
(32K)
free
7
Text Request
Text Request
Text Request
by Text Request, LLC
Free

This app allows businesses to manage customer conversations and send messages on the go. It provides real-time notifications for new messages, enables mass messaging for promotions, and offers team collaboration features. Users can also manage contacts, settings, and request payments via SMS.

Mobile customer conversationsInbound message notificationsOn-the-go conversation initiation
💼 Business
(53)
free
8
Messenger for Messages
Messenger for Messages
Messenger for Messages
Messenger SMS: Fast & easy SMS
Free

This app redefines text messaging with unlimited sending, rich formatting, and multimedia integration. Organize conversations, search quickly, and personalize your chats with themes and stickers. Enjoy enhanced security and cross-device synchronization for a seamless communication experience.

Unlimited messagingRich text formattingMultimedia integration
🌐 Social Networking
(328)
ad-supported
9
SMS client
SMS client
SMS client
Send SMS from your computer
Free

Compose and send SMS messages from your Mac using your iPhone. This app connects to a companion Mac application, allowing you to manage contacts, send to individuals or groups, and utilize message templates. Confirmation on your iPhone is required for security.

Send SMS from MacUtilize iPhone for sendingAccess Apple Contacts
🔧 Utilities
(2)
free
10
Text-Em-All
Text-Em-All
Text-Em-All
Mass Texting
Free

This app allows existing Text-Em-All customers to manage mass text messaging and automated calling services on the go. Receive instant notifications for replies and direct messages, craft responses remotely, and manage conversations efficiently. It's designed for sending important informational and emergency alerts, not marketing or political messages.

Instant notification of replies and direct messagesCraft and send responses remotelyManage and mark conversations as done
📊 Productivity
(26)
free
11
Group Text - Mass SMS Message
Group Text - Mass SMS Message
Group Text - Mass SMS Message
Auto send bulk message
Free

Send personalized SMS and iMessage to multiple contacts privately. Utilize placeholders for custom messages and manage contact groups easily. Offers a free version with limited messaging and a premium upgrade for more extensive use.

Personalized bulk messagingSMS and iMessage supportContact group management
📊 Productivity
(215)
free with in-app purchases
12
TurboTally: Mass Text Message
TurboTally: Mass Text Message
TurboTally: Mass Text Message
Bulk Personalized Group Texts
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
13
Color Text Messages+ Customize Keyboard Free Now
Color Text Messages+ Customize Keyboard Free Now
Color Text Messages+ Customize Keyboard Free Now
by MULIAN LI
Free

Personalize your text messages with a wide array of colors, fonts, and effects. Transform boring black and white messages into vibrant creations that match your mood or style. Share your uniquely designed messages across various platforms.

Colored text bubblesCustomizable text colorsVarious font styles
🌐 Social Networking
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
14
TextUs
TextUs
TextUs
by Text Us Services, Inc
Free

This mobile application offers a streamlined, native messaging experience with improved readability and enhanced search functionality. Users can easily filter their inbox, send photos, and manage contacts directly within the app.

Native messaging interfaceSearch by name, keyword, or businessFilter inbox by unread/unanswered/campaign
🌐 Social Networking
(35)
free
15
Textedly
Textedly
Textedly
SMS Marketing & Mass Texting
Free

Send SMS and MMS messages to contacts, manage campaigns, and communicate with customers on the go. Features include bulk messaging, real-time inbox, scheduled texts, and campaign analytics.

Send bulk SMS and MMSReal-time message inboxSchedule text messages
💼 Business
(3)
free
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Kyew - Schedule Text Messages
Kyew - Schedule Text Messages
Kyew - Schedule Text Messages
SMS Reminder & Bulk Group Text
Free

Schedule text messages to send at a future date and time, with or without attachments. The app also allows for sending individual messages to multiple contacts simultaneously, ideal for personal reminders or business communications.

Schedule text messagesSend messages with attachmentsRecurring message scheduling
📊 Productivity
(300)
freemium
17
Telegram Messenger
Telegram Messenger
Telegram Messenger
Fast. Secure. Powerful.
Free

A fast, secure, and powerful instant messaging app synced across all devices. It offers unlimited media and file sharing, robust encryption, and extensive group chat capabilities. Enjoy a simple, private, and customizable communication experience.

Cross-device synchronizationUnlimited file and media sharingEnd-to-end encrypted secret chats
🌐 Social Networking
(278K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Hit Em Up: Mass Text Bulk SMS
Hit Em Up: Mass Text Bulk SMS
Hit Em Up: Mass Text Bulk SMS
Private one-to-one Group Text
Free

Send personalized mass texts and emails to your contacts. Save time by automating outreach with custom inserts and AI-assisted writing. Connect with your audience across multiple platforms like SMS, iMessage, WhatsApp, and email.

Personalized mass textingAI-assisted message writingScheduled message sending
🌐 Social Networking
(4.9K)
free with in-app purchases
19
SimpleTexting
SimpleTexting
SimpleTexting
Business texting service
Free

This app enables businesses to send mass SMS and MMS campaigns to large groups or engage in one-on-one conversations. It offers features for scheduling messages, managing contacts, and tracking campaign analytics to streamline business communication.

Mass SMS/MMS campaignsTwo-way threaded inboxScheduled texts and drip campaigns
💼 Business
(3.4K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Quick Send: Mass Text Message
Quick Send: Mass Text Message
Quick Send: Mass Text Message
Mass Text Message | Bulk SMS
Free

Send personalized bulk text messages to multiple contacts efficiently. Avoid group chat confusion with individualized messaging and easy contact management. Streamline communication for clients, appointments, events, and teams.

Send mass text messagesPersonalized messages with variable fieldsIndividualized messaging
📊 Productivity
(597)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Free Text Message Client

What are the best free text message client apps for iPhone?
Free Text Message tops our free text message client apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 1.0-star average from 6 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Free Text Message has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 212+ free text message client apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.