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Best Lifeline SMS Apps

178+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

Out of 178+ lifeline sms apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Lifeline SMS Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Lifeline SMSLifeline SMSFreeβ€”NoNoMay 2026
2LINELINEFree3.2β˜… (18K)YesYesAug 2026
3Group SMS+Group SMS+Free4.7β˜… (4.1K)YesYesJul 2026
4Private Texting SMS Phone TextPrivate Texting SMS Phone TextFree4.4β˜… (16K)NoYesAug 2026
5Text Us β„’ Texting For Me NowText Us β„’ Texting For Me NowFree4.5β˜… (3.1K)YesYesAug 2026
6Receive SMS Online 2nd NumberReceive SMS Online 2nd NumberFree4.7β˜… (7.1K)YesYesAug 2026
7Messages: SMS & Text MessagingMessages: SMS & Text MessagingFree4.6β˜… (386)YesYesAug 2026
8NewCall - Flash Call & SMSNewCall - Flash Call & SMSFree4.7β˜… (6.1K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Lifeline SMS

LINE#2

LINE by LINE Corporation

Strong Contender
🌐 Social Networking
3.2😞(18K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#42in Social Networking
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Connect with friends and family through free voice and video calls, messages, and a wide array of stickers and themes. This communication platform offers a seamless experience across mobile, desktop, and smartwatches, with enhanced privacy features and content discovery options.

What We Love

  • πŸ’¬ Great messaging app
  • 🎨 Customizable with cute stickers
  • 🌐 Useful for international communication
  • πŸ”’ Secure and private

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Frequent bugs and glitches
  • πŸ”‘ Difficult account recovery and transfer
  • 🚫 Accounts suspended without explanation
Group SMS+#3

Group SMS+ by Cedars Software, LLC

Send group text messages
Worth Considering
πŸ“Š Productivity
4.7😐(4.1K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Send SMS messages to groups of any size with ease. This app allows for bulk messaging, batch sending, and contact import. Enhance your messages with photo attachments.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Easy to use
  • πŸ‘ Practical and helpful
  • πŸš€ Straightforward group messaging
  • πŸ‘ Great app for organizations

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Unreliable message delivery
  • πŸ› Glitches and bugs after updates
  • πŸ› Overlapping UI elements

More Lifeline SMS apps to explore

4
Private Texting SMS Phone Text
Private Texting SMS Phone Text
Private Texting SMS Phone Text
Discreet Anonymous Number App
Free

Communicate with a new, temporary, or permanent phone number without revealing your personal number. Protect your privacy while texting, sending pictures, and managing contacts separately. Ideal for online transactions and dating.

New phone number for textingMMS picture messaging supportSeparate conversations and contacts
πŸ”§ Utilities
(16K)
subscription
5
Text Us β„’ Texting For Me Now
Text Us β„’ Texting For Me Now
Text Us β„’ Texting For Me Now
Second Phone Number Plus Txt
Free

Get a second phone number for texting globally. This app allows you to send and receive messages worldwide, including verification codes for account registrations. Choose from various plans and credit packages for affordable international communication.

Second phone numberWorldwide textingReceive verification codes
πŸ’Ό Business
(3.1K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Receive SMS Online 2nd Number
Receive SMS Online 2nd Number
Receive SMS Online 2nd Number
Virtual phone temporary number
Free

Access free, temporary virtual phone numbers to receive SMS messages online. This app provides public numbers from various countries, updated regularly. All messages are visible to everyone.

Free virtual phone numbersTemporary numbersSMS reception
πŸ”§ Utilities
(7.1K)
free with in-app purchases
7
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
(386)
free with in-app purchases
8
NewCall - Flash Call & SMS
NewCall - Flash Call & SMS
NewCall - Flash Call & SMS
incoming call flash & ring app
Free

Enhance your calls with custom flash screens and record conversations. Send and receive SMS globally, even to major GSM operators. Enjoy features like location sharing and PIN protection for privacy.

Customizable call screensGlobal SMS sending and receivingIncoming and outgoing call recording
🌟 Lifestyle
(6.1K)
freemium
9
Group Text | Mass Message
Group Text | Mass Message
Group Text | Mass Message
Bulk SMS - text2group
Free

Send individual text messages to multiple contacts simultaneously. Organize contacts into custom groups, utilize message templates for efficiency, and personalize messages with recipient details. Upgrade for unlimited groups and advanced features.

Send individual texts to groupsCreate and manage custom groupsUse message templates
πŸ“Š Productivity
(5.8K)
free with in-app purchases
10
textPlus: Text Message + Call
textPlus: Text Message + Call
textPlus: Text Message + Call
Now unlimited SMS WiFi Calling
Free

Get a free US phone number for unlimited texting and calling over WiFi or data. Save money on mobile plans by using this app to connect with friends and family globally. Offers inexpensive outbound calls and can turn tablets into phones.

Free US phone numberUnlimited free texting (SMS, MMS, group chat)Free inbound calls
πŸ”§ Utilities
(272K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Receive SMS Online
Receive SMS Online
Receive SMS Online
Receive SMS On Virtual Numbers
Free

Get temporary virtual phone numbers and email addresses to receive SMS and emails from anywhere in the world. Use these disposable credentials to verify websites and protect your personal number from spam. The service is free and continuously updated with new numbers and locations.

Receive SMS on virtual numbersTemporary phone numbers in USA, Canada, UK, France, Sweden, Finland, DenmarkVerify and register for websites
πŸ”§ Utilities
(153)
free with in-app purchases
12
Receive SMS - Multiple SIM
Receive SMS - Multiple SIM
Receive SMS - Multiple SIM
Online SMS receiving, 2nd eSim
Free

Receive SMS messages online using real SIMs and dynamic sender IDs to protect your personal number. Get instant SMS delivery and temporary email addresses for anonymous online access.

Receive SMS onlineHide personal phone numberInstant SMS delivery
🌐 Social Networking
(1.1K)
free with in-app purchases
13
SMS Code
SMS Code
SMS Code
Get SMS From Cloud Numbers
Free

Receive SMS verification codes from cloud-based virtual numbers. Supports over 30 countries and allows you to choose rental duration and specific services for registration. Offers a large pool of numbers that are updated regularly.

Receive SMS verification codesSupports over 30 countriesChoose rental duration
πŸ”§ Utilities
(36)
free with in-app purchases
14
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
πŸ’Ό Business
(3.3K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Salesmsg
Salesmsg
Salesmsg
Business SMS texting & calling
Free

This platform enables businesses to connect with leads and customers through SMS marketing, two-way texting, and calling. Manage conversations, send broadcasts, and schedule messages on the go. Integrate with popular CRM tools for seamless data management and automated campaigns.

Two-way SMS textingRingless voicemailsSMS/MMS broadcasts
πŸ’Ό Business
(1.6K)
freemium
16
SMS Scheduler - Auto Reminder
SMS Scheduler - Auto Reminder
SMS Scheduler - Auto Reminder
Remind to send Text and SMS
Free

Never forget to send important text messages again. Schedule SMS messages to be sent automatically on specific dates and times. Receive reminders to send or edit messages before they go out.

Schedule SMS messagesReceive reminders to sendEdit or cancel scheduled messages
πŸ”§ Utilities
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Receive SMS Plus
Receive SMS Plus
Receive SMS Plus
Receive SMS
Free

This app provides a convenient way to receive SMS messages for verification on various online services. Access a global selection of phone numbers to easily verify new accounts or log into existing ones.

Receive SMS for verificationGlobal phone number selectionVerify new accounts
πŸ”§ Utilities
(1.4K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Text Free: Second Phone Number
Text Free: Second Phone Number
Text Free: Second Phone Number
Texting, Call and 2nd Line Now
Free

Get a free, personalized local phone number for unlimited calling and texting. Share photos, videos, GIFs, and more. Customize tones and wallpapers for a unique experience. Upgrade for ad-free use and verification codes.

Free local phone numberUnlimited calling and textingSend photos, videos, and GIFs
🌐 Social Networking
(594K)
free with in-app purchases
19
SendHub - Business SMS
SendHub - Business SMS
SendHub - Business SMS
by InfoReach, Inc.
Free

This app provides a comprehensive platform for businesses to manage SMS communications. It offers features like a unified inbox, group messaging, and message scheduling to streamline customer and team interactions on the go. An account is required to use the service.

Dedicated business phone numberUnified messaging inboxGroup messages
πŸ’Ό Business
(13)
free
20
SendHype - Group text
SendHype - Group text
SendHype - Group text
Mass text message | Text2group
Free

Easily send personalized text messages to multiple contacts individually, ensuring privacy. Create custom groups, use message templates with placeholders, and attach media. A free version is available with premium upgrade options.

Personalized text messagesCustom contact groupsMessage templates with placeholders
πŸ“Š Productivity
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Lifeline SMS

Are there free lifeline sms apps for iPhone?
Yes β€” 20 of the top lifeline sms apps we rank are free to download, including Lifeline SMS and LINE.
Lifeline SMS has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 178+ lifeline sms apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.