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App Feature
textPlus provides a free U.S. second phone number for unlimited texting (SMS/MMS, group messaging) and WiFi/data calling. It supports free inbound calls, low-cost outbound and international calling via credits, voicemail, multi-device sync, and customization options—all without a carrier plan.
Verdict
Verdict: A flexible, low-cost second-number app that excels over WiFi, but outbound calling depends on ads/credits and strong connectivity.
Who is it for
Best for:
- Travelers, freelancers, and anyone needing a second U.S. number
- Users with reliable WiFi seeking free texting and cheap calling
- People cutting cell costs or using spare/old devices as WiFi phones
Not ideal for:
- Those needing carrier-grade reliability or always-on cellular calling
- Users who frequently need SMS verifications with strict OTP filtering
- People who dislike ad-supported credits or managing call minutes
Real-world User Experience
Users like it:
Consistently clear HD calls on solid WiFi, fast and reliable texting with MMS and group support, easy setup and login recovery, functioning voicemail and missed-call notifications, affordable calling via credits, and dependable as a backup or WiFi-only line.
Users complain about:
Calls can drop on weak WiFi, outbound calling often requires watching ads or buying credits, occasional glitches/UI quirks, some services fail SMS verification or require voice OTP, number can be lost after inactivity, and occasional in-call recordings feel intrusive.
Is it Worth Paying For?
For light users, the free tier (texts + free inbound calls) is strong; watching ads or buying small credit packs covers occasional outbound calls. Paying for ad removal or annual number retention is worthwhile if you rely on the number regularly or want a cleaner experience. Heavy callers may prefer a higher-tier VoIP or carrier plan for consistent outbound minutes.
How it Compares to Alternatives
Compared to TextNow and TextFree, textPlus is praised by some users for clearer calls and fewer nuisances, but its credit-based outbound model means more ad-watching than TextNow’s ad-supported calling in the U.S./Canada. Versus Google Voice, textPlus is easier to get started with and more flexible on devices, while Google Voice can be more stable for verifications but requires a Google account and has regional limits. NextPlus is similar (same developer), but reviewers here prefer textPlus’s stability and branding.
Summary
textPlus is a mature, widely adopted (50M+ installs) second-number app offering free U.S. texting, free inbound calling, and low-cost outbound calling over WiFi or data. It shines as a budget-friendly backup line, travel companion, or privacy number with multi-device sync and voicemail. The trade-offs are its reliance on strong connectivity, an ad/credit system for outbound calls, and occasional verification or retention quirks. If you primarily text, have steady WiFi, and can tolerate ads or modest IAPs, textPlus offers excellent value; if you need carrier-grade reliability or frequent OTP verifications, consider a paid VoIP or traditional plan.
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