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Best Inmate Letters Apps

244+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good inmate letters apps. We benchmark 244+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Inmate Letters Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Penmate: Send mail to jailPenmate: Send mail to jailFree4.6★ (997)NoNoOct 2026
2TextBehindTextBehindFree4.2★ (466)NoNoOct 2026
3Pelipost - Photos to PrisonPelipost - Photos to PrisonFree4.8★ (11K)NoNoOct 2026
4FlikshopFlikshopFree4.8★ (981)NoNoOct 2026
5InmatePostInmatePostFree—NoNoMay 2026
6Jailhouse MailJailhouse MailFree—YesNoAug 2026
7GettingOutGettingOutFree1.9★ (2.2K)YesNoOct 2026
8JPayJPayFree2.3★ (13K)NoNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Inmate Letters

Penmate: Send mail to jail#1

Penmate: Send mail to jail by Penmate, Inc

Send mail from your phone
Editor's Choice
📊 Productivity
4.6😞(997 ratings)
Free
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Easily send messages and emails to incarcerated loved ones. Upload photos and design custom postcards to be delivered directly to them. Stay connected with those in jail or prison through this convenient mobile service.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast delivery
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Convenient way to stay in touch
  • 💡 Allows sending pictures
  • 👍 Great customer service

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive
  • ⏱️ Slow delivery times
  • 🐛 Issues with messages/pictures not being delivered
  • 🔒 Privacy/security concerns
  • 🔍 Inaccurate inmate search
TextBehind#2

TextBehind by TextBehind, Inc

Strong Contender
🌐 Social Networking
4.2😊(466 ratings)
Free
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Easily connect with incarcerated individuals through text messages, photos, and custom greeting cards. Receive unlimited electronic replies directly to your phone and email, eliminating the need for traditional mail services.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and reliable delivery
  • 👍 Convenient and easy to use
  • 💡 Wide range of communication options (letters, photos, cards)
  • 🔒 Responsive and helpful customer service
  • 🚀 Timely processing of messages

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with message/photo delivery
  • 💰 Concerns about pricing and value
  • 🔍 Lack of transparency around processes
Pelipost - Photos to Prison#3

Pelipost - Photos to Prison by Pelipost Technologies LLC

Letters & Photos to Prison
Worth Considering
📷 Photo & Video
4.8😊(11K ratings)
Free
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Easily send high-quality photo prints to incarcerated loved ones. Upload pictures from your phone, and this service handles printing and direct shipping to correctional facilities. Stay connected with a simple, hassle-free process.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and easy to use
  • 💰 Affordable pricing
  • 📤 Convenient way to send photos
  • 👍 Helpful customer service
  • 🔍 Tracking and delivery confirmation
  • 🎁 Rewards/points system

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional app crashes or glitches
  • ⏱️ Slow delivery times to some facilities
  • 🔍 Lack of transparency on order status
  • 🤔 Unclear guidelines on photo restrictions

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FAQ about Inmate Letters

What are the best inmate letters apps for iPhone?
Penmate: Send mail to jail tops our inmate letters apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 997 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top inmate letters apps we rank are free to download, including Penmate: Send mail to jail and TextBehind.
Penmate: Send mail to jail has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 244+ inmate letters apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.