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Head-to-head

Dingtone vs textPlus

Dingtone 4.5★ · Free + IAP · ⚠ stale 45
Winner textPlus
textPlus 4.6★ · Free to download 65

textPlus is generally more reliable for basic calling and texting, especially for receiving verification codes, while Dingtone struggles with consistent service and customer support.

Full reviews: Dingtone · textPlus

Dingtone and textPlus both offer free numbers for calling and texting, but Dingtone users frequently report issues with calls not going through, low volume, app freezes, and problems with credit purchases and number renewals. textPlus, while also having some reliability issues, is praised for successfully receiving verification codes and has a higher overall user rating.

Head to head

Features and Functionality edge: textPlusR4R7R9R18
Dingtone Dingtone users appreciate the ability to pick their own number and make international calls, with some finding it easy and affordable R38. However, many report issues with not being able to dial numbers, calls not going through, and messages not delivering R4R18R34R42. Some users also note that the 'free' aspects are misleading, requiring payment for texting or number retention R7R9R43.
textPlus textPlus is valued for providing a free US number and successfully delivering WhatsApp and other verification codes R62R65. Users find it easy to use . However, some experience problems with messages not delivering or receiving, calls not connecting, and being unable to generate new numbers .
Ease of Use and Reliability tieR2R4R5R6
Dingtone Dingtone is described as glitchy, with users experiencing app freezes, low call volume, and difficulty entering numbers R4R6R18. While some find it reliable for clear calls R5, many report inconsistent performance and calls being marked as spam R2.
textPlus textPlus is generally seen as easy to use , but users frequently encounter issues with messages not delivering, calls not connecting, and the app freezing during setup or when requesting numbers . Some users also report being logged out or having account login issues .
Price and Value tieR1R4R7R9
Dingtone Dingtone users are frustrated by unexpected charges, misleading claims of free service, and issues with purchased credits not being usable or numbers expiring R1R7R9R10. Many feel it's an expensive experience given the performance issues R4.
textPlus textPlus users report being charged despite canceling free trials or for services that don't work, leading to feelings of being scammed . Some are confused by the need for payment for a 'free' app . However, those who find it works well consider it a good value .
Customer Support edge: DingtoneR10R15R16R17
Dingtone Dingtone's customer support is widely criticized as unresponsive or non-existent, with users reporting no way to contact support for refunds, number issues, or technical problems R10R15R16R17. Some users, however, have had positive experiences with responsive and helpful support .
textPlus textPlus users report encountering bots instead of live support and being denied refund requests . Some describe customer service as the 'worst in the world' . There are no positive mentions of textPlus customer support in the provided reviews.
Pick Dingtone if

You prioritize having a free number for international calls and are willing to navigate potential app glitches and inconsistent customer support R38.

Pick textPlus if

You need a free US number primarily for receiving verification codes, such as for WhatsApp, and value ease of use over perfect reliability R62R65.

Evidence note: Both apps have a significant number of negative reviews, especially regarding billing and service consistency, which aligns with the typical user experience for free-tier apps. The lifetime ratings are high for both, but recent reviews skew negative, indicating potential declines in service or increased monetization friction.

Frequently asked

Can I get a free phone number with Dingtone or textPlus?
Yes, both Dingtone and textPlus claim to offer free phone numbers, but users frequently report that many features, including texting, calling, or even retaining the number, often require payment or credits R7R9R38R43.
Are Dingtone and textPlus reliable for calls and texts?
Neither Dingtone nor textPlus are consistently reliable for calls and texts; Dingtone users report issues with calls not going through, low volume, and app freezes R4R6R34R42, while textPlus users experience messages not delivering and calls not connecting .
Can I use these apps for verification codes like WhatsApp?
textPlus users specifically mention successfully receiving WhatsApp and other verification codes R62R65, while Dingtone users report issues receiving codes, sometimes losing access to services or jobs as a result R13R17.
What are the common complaints about Dingtone's pricing?
Common complaints about Dingtone's pricing include numbers being removed after purchasing credits, requiring more payment for a new number R1, misleading claims about free numbers R7, unexpected charges for texting R9R43, and purchased credits not being usable or numbers expiring without recourse R10.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R4] Dingtone 1/5 · US App works occasionally: When it works, it does what it is supposed to do. But there are too many bugs, sometimes even making it impossible to enter numbers or select from recent calls because the screen is blocked. In general, disappointing expensive experience
  2. [R7] Dingtone 1/5 · US Misleading Liars: You do NOT get a free number the only thing thats free is app user to app user… stick with whats app on that note.
  3. [R9] Dingtone 3/5 · US It was fine: When I first got it I was like wow this is such a good app. But then later in the day it said “texting and calling not free ,why?” and I was like what you have to pay for every text you send
  4. [R18] Dingtone 3/5 · US Cannot dial a number: App is very glitchy on iPad Air for me. Cannot get the dial pad to work after many attempts to fix.
  5. [R2] Dingtone 4/5 · US Not bad but not good enough: So I’m a 12 yr old going in to 7th grade and I don’t have a phone so I use my iPad for most stuff and I like to call my family and friends sometimes and most of them don’t answer but when I called my dad he told me that the caller ID said potential spam then I called my mom and she said the same thing (after she got really mad and started cussing at me and then she re
  6. [R5] Dingtone 5/5 · US Always reliable: It has never failed me calls are always clear I just wish the voice mail was still part of the free service but still is worth it
  7. [R6] Dingtone 3/5 · US The volume is low. Freezes, other issues: The volume is very low even on speaker phone. That happened even in my brand new phone. It Freezes at times, and when you want to answer a call or to hang out a call, and the phone has gone on lock screen, then it asks you to unlock the phone first before hanging out !!
  8. [R1] Dingtone 1/5 · US Scammers: They removed my number after I bought credits so now I can’t use them unless I pay more for a new number, which doesn’t use credits. So I wasted my money on a useless product
  9. [R10] Dingtone 1/5 · US Phone number renewal: I paid to renew my number, but I received an auto-reply saying, “We’re sorry that the number is occupied.” My Austrian number expired on June 12, and I had 10 days to reclaim it. This is unacceptable, and I want it resolved. What's going on? Please fix it or refund me so I can take my business elsewhere. There was no way to contact customer service. The same thing happened th
  10. [R15] Dingtone 3/5 · US Restore purchase: How do I restore my old purchases ? I have an active subscription but I can’t find where to restore on my new phone. I can’t remember if I’ve linked email to my account . Please help
  11. [R16] Dingtone 1/5 · US They will steal your money, apparently: It claims 839 is not a valid area code. It is. And it is mine. A request for a refund was denied by Apple even though I could never even log in to the service to make an account. I received an email from their dev team telling me to email their customer service. I did. Two weeks ago. I've heard nothing. Al.ost a month ago I paid for a service I never receive
  12. [R17] Dingtone 4/5 · US Didn’t work: I live overseas and need a USA phone number. Tried this and it didn’t work for bank account or getting my credit report. Basically useless and can’t even submit a help request.
  13. [R38] Dingtone 5/5 · US This the BEST phone app: You pick your own number and it’s free. I love this app. Only thing I wish the option to buy the phone number was still available because at one point years ago you were able to utilize that option. Hopefully they bring that option background . Other than that this app deserves 10 stars.
  14. [R43] Dingtone 2/5 · US It’s dumb: I was trying to text my dad and it said low balance 4.99 like bro what if I was trying to tell him something inportent I don’t recommend
  15. [R34] Dingtone 1/5 · US No calling why?!: Why am I not able to make any phone calls when I have like 200+ credits I don’t understand this app anymore
  16. [R42] Dingtone 3/5 · GB Calls hasn’t been going through since I got the unlimited calls to USA and Canada: Hello , Ever since I purchased the Unlimited Calls to USA and Canada , None of my calls has been going through and Neither are my messages also delivering . I would be glad if these can be looked into and corrected. Thanks
  17. [R13] Dingtone 1/5 · US I can’t receive code with my numbers, I’ve lost so many jobs cause of this: I can’t receive code with my numbers, I’ve lost so many jobs cause of this
  18. [R62] textPlus 5/5 · US Perfect for my needs: I have issued a free US number and it works flawlessly. WhatsApp codes come through and overall a great service. 5 stars!
  19. [R65] textPlus 5/5 · US Random guy: I like this so much because the verification code process was free unlike other 2nd phone number apps

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store