241+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Mobile Phone Number Tracker is the household name in locate via sms, but it's far from the only option. We track 241+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.4★ (1.6K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.4★ (1.6K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 3.0★ (2) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.7★ (130) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.0★ (1.2K) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.0★ (41) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | May 2026 |
Locate friends and family without them needing the app. Send an SMS request to get their location on a map and receive directions. Stay updated with notifications when locations are shared.
Easily find someone's location by sending them a text message. The recipient clicks a link, and their location is shared with you. Works with most phones manufactured after 2010 without requiring additional app installations on their device.
Easily share your current or any chosen GPS location via email or text message. Pinpoint specific spots on a map to send precise meeting points or destinations to friends and family without needing social media.
