Best Temporary Phone Number Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Whether you're new to temporary phone number or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 250+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Temporary Phone Number Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1TextNow: Call + Text UnlimitedTextNow: Call + Text UnlimitedFree4.8★ (928K)YesYesNov 2026
2UCODE: SMS Verification CodeUCODE: SMS Verification CodeFree4.5★ (110)NoYesNov 2026
3Text Free: Second Phone NumberText Free: Second Phone NumberFree4.7★ (614K)YesYesNov 2026
4TPN - Temporary Phone NumberTPN - Temporary Phone NumberFree4.4★ (735)YesYesNov 2026
5Burner: Second Phone NumberBurner: Second Phone NumberFree4.7★ (94K)NoYesNov 2026
6Second Phone Number © 2nd CallSecond Phone Number © 2nd CallFree4.8★ (518)NoYesNov 2026
7SMS Virtual - Receive SMSSMS Virtual - Receive SMSFree4.6★ (30K)NoYesNov 2026
8Second Phone Number - 2NumberSecond Phone Number - 2NumberFree4.5★ (135K)NoYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Temporary Phone Number

TextNow: Call + Text Unlimited#1

TextNow: Call + Text Unlimited by TextNow, Inc.

Phone Number & Data Plans
Editor's Choice
🌐 Social Networking
4.8😞(928K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#9in Social Networking
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This app provides free nationwide calling and texting with unlimited talk and text on a 5G network. It offers a free local phone number or allows you to keep your own, with flexible data options and low-cost international calling. Enjoy a phone service without bills, contracts, or hidden fees.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Free service
  • 🔒 Ability to keep number
  • 👍 Convenient for secondary number
  • 👍 Works on multiple devices
  • 👍 Easy to use

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes
  • 🐛 Unreliable call/text delivery
  • 🐛 Slow and laggy performance
  • 🔍 Lack of customer support
  • 💸 Expensive subscription
  • 📢 Intrusive ads
  • 🔑 Account suspension/termination issues
UCODE: SMS Verification Code#2

UCODE: SMS Verification Code by Yeti Studio LTD

Virtual Number & Second Phone
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5(110 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Get temporary virtual phone numbers to receive SMS verification codes without revealing your real number. Choose from over 100 countries for quick, private verification on various online services. If no SMS is received, your credit is automatically refunded.

Text Free: Second Phone Number#3

Text Free: Second Phone Number by Pinger, Inc.

Texting, Call and 2nd Line Now
Worth Considering
🌐 Social Networking
4.7😞(613K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#12in Social Networking
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This app provides a free, local phone number for unlimited calling and texting over WiFi. It supports sending various media types, custom tones, and wallpapers. An optional upgrade offers an ad-free experience and enhanced features like verification code access.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Works great
  • 👍 Convenient to use
  • 💡 Helpful for international calls/texts
  • 👍 Reliable service

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy, freezes, and crashes
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 💸 Paid subscription required for full functionality
  • 📢 Excessive, intrusive ads
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with number sharing

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FAQ about Temporary Phone Number

What are the best temporary phone number apps for iPhone?
TextNow: Call + Text Unlimited tops our temporary phone number apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 928K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top temporary phone number apps we rank are free to download, including TextNow: Call + Text Unlimited and UCODE: SMS Verification Code.
TextNow: Call + Text Unlimited shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 250+ temporary phone number apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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