240+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
The best recover deleted messages text apps on iPhone average 4.1★ across 240+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated October 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.3★ (3) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 3.5★ (277) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.7★ (20) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 3.7★ (136) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.3★ (338) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.2★ (10) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 3.0★ (1) | Yes | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.5★ (31) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 |
Regain control of your conversations by recovering deleted messages and managing multiple accounts. Protect your private chats with this comprehensive messaging tool.
Easily back up and recover deleted messages and photos. This app allows you to view your backed-up content anytime, even if it's been removed from your device. It also offers the convenience of sending messages without saving contacts.
This app helps you recover deleted messages and media from your chats. It also provides a notification history, allows direct messaging without saving contacts, and includes a password manager for enhanced security.
