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Head-to-head

International Calling vs TalkU

International Calling 4.7★ · Free to download 75
Winner International Calling
TalkU 4.5★ · Free + IAP · ⚠ stale 55

International Calling is generally preferred for its reliable call quality and transparent pricing, while TalkU struggles with consistent service and customer support.

Full reviews: International Calling · TalkU

International Calling offers good call quality and stable credit balances, making it a solid choice for international calls, despite some reports of bugs and support issues. TalkU, while offering a free tier, faces significant criticism for call and text reliability, confusing credit systems, and unresponsive customer service.

Head to head

Call Quality & Reliability edge: International CallingR2R5R6R10
International Calling Users frequently praise International Calling for good to excellent voice quality and clear reception, even to difficult-to-reach countries R2R5R26. However, some users report poor quality, dropped calls, or calls not connecting R6R10.
TalkU TalkU users report frequent issues with call errors, bad connections, and being unable to hear or be heard . Calls often fail to connect, and some users experience calls hanging up unexpectedly R63.
Pricing & Value edge: International CallingR2R3R7R11
International Calling International Calling is noted for reasonable and good prices, with credit balances that don't disappear R2R11R17. However, some users complain about fake rates, unexpected charges, and calls being more expensive than advertised or compared to other apps R3R7.
TalkU TalkU users are confused and frustrated by its pricing model, with many reporting that even after purchasing subscriptions or credits, they still cannot make calls or texts without further charges R70R91R95. There are complaints about free credits not working for international calls and numbers expiring quickly R77.
Ease of Use & Features edge: International CallingR2R9R12R18
International Calling Users find International Calling user-friendly and easy to use, with convenient top-up options R2. Some report app freezing issues, difficulty adding photos to contacts, and SMS features not working correctly R9R12R18. A significant annoyance is the app asking for ratings after every call .
TalkU TalkU is described as easy to use and navigate by some , but many find it complicated and glitchy . Issues include messages not sending or being received, keyboard numbers not working during calls, and the app crashing R66R72R76. The requirement for a working phone number for verification is also a barrier for some .
Customer Support edge: International CallingR1R8R25R35
International Calling Many International Calling users report a lack of support, no refunds, or unresponsive customer service R1R8R25R47. However, some users have had positive experiences, with support representatives responding quickly and resolving issues .
TalkU TalkU's customer service is widely criticized as extremely slow, unresponsive, or unhelpful, with users reporting no responses to emails, ignored problems, and difficulty getting refunds or assistance with expired numbers R63.
Pick International Calling if

You prioritize clear call quality and generally reliable service for international calls, and are willing to pay for credits upfront R2R5R17R26.

Pick TalkU if

You need a secondary number for verification or business and are willing to navigate a complex credit system and potential service issues, especially if you've used it successfully for a long time .

Evidence note: Both apps have a significant number of negative reviews, particularly regarding calls not connecting, unexpected charges, and poor customer service. International Calling's positive reviews more consistently highlight good call quality and ease of use when it works, while TalkU's positive reviews often focus on the concept of a second number rather than consistent call/text reliability.

Frequently asked

Does International Calling (Yolla) offer good call quality?
Yes, many users report that International Calling (Yolla) provides good to excellent voice quality and clear reception for international calls R2R5R26. Some users specifically mention it as a good alternative to Skype with clear sound R17.
Can I use TalkU for free calls and texts?
TalkU is free to download and offers free credits, but many users report that these free credits often cannot be used for international calls or texts, and even paid subscriptions may require additional credit purchases for full functionality R70R77R91R95. Some users mention needing to watch ads for credits, which can be slow .
Are there issues with customer support for International Calling?
Customer support for International Calling receives mixed reviews; while some users report no support or unresponsive service R1R8R25R47, others have had positive experiences with quick and helpful responses .
Does TalkU have problems with text messaging?
Yes, many TalkU users report significant problems with text messaging, including messages not sending, not being received by the other person, or the feature simply not working for months R63R66R72R76.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] International Calling 5/5 · US Great Honest App: Good quality voice Your balance never disappears and easy top off
  2. [R5] International Calling 5/5 · US great service!: Quality is good and this is a time that is impossible to call Iran but this service allows me to call both cell and landline with good wuality
  3. [R6] International Calling 3/5 · US Call quality: Worst quality, they can’t hear me and I have hard time to listen as well
  4. [R10] International Calling 2/5 · US Calling problems: App was great until lately it started say your call can not be completed but I have credit on my account
  5. [R3] International Calling 3/5 · US Ok: Tried for the first time. Call was clear. Call was more expensive than other apps.
  6. [R7] International Calling 1/5 · US Fake rates: Expect to pay 3 times more than the prices they list in their tariffs. Will be a surprise!
  7. [R11] International Calling 5/5 · US Ann: Amazing app, good prices. Thank you!
  8. [R9] International Calling 3/5 · US Photo: How can I edit the app the to add photos to my contacts?
  9. [R12] International Calling 3/5 · US Good App, But Buggy Experience: I have been using the app for quite some time now, and I find it extremely convenient for making international calls. However, from a user experience standpoint, the application has several issues. It frequently freezes, causing disruptions in the communication process. I have encountered this problem on the latest Apple models, including the iPhone 13 Pro and the i
  10. [R18] International Calling 3/5 · US SMS Not Working: Call is working but SMS/text messaging doesn’t work. Tried multiple time but with no result. Developer, can you look into this SMS issue?
  11. [R1] International Calling 1/5 · US No support: This app has no support so not a good option.
  12. [R8] International Calling 5/5 · US Engaño, estafa y fraude!: En caso de estar en Vzla no usar. No reembolsan ni dan servicio al cliente. Pésima APP
  13. [R25] International Calling 1/5 · US Top up scam: I tried to top up two different numbers and I was charged for $4.60 but the recipient never received any credit, we contacted the local communication company and they denied receiving any top up’s, I asked Yolla to refund me , but they didn’t refund me. This was my experience don’t try to top up through them, they are scam.
  14. [R35] International Calling 2/5 · US Follow-up: Hello I have been working with Markus on your support line for weeks. I have shared logs multiple times many screenshots, installed and reinstalled the app. Tried different phone numbers to different countries and all I get back is we are working on it.
  15. [R17] International Calling 5/5 · US Glad I found Yolla!: Very reasonable price for international calls, and sound is very clear. Yolla is the best alternative to Skype, or even better!!
  16. [R26] International Calling 5/5 · US Love this app: Call goes easily and hear clearly during conversations . Never have poor connection issues!
  17. [R70] TalkU 1/5 · US Scam: This app is a scam. I bought unlimited calls plan and after charges it had a limit. Moreover, not even accepting call to call charges I was able to make a single call or text.
  18. [R77] TalkU 5/5 · US No more free credit internationally call: I can not call VN with my free credit. I always got:"Call Failed . To prevent fraud activity,free credits be used to call this number. Please tell me why before I will remove this app. Thank youCheck in to get free credits for what? You guys make me feel like betrayed. I have more than 27000 free credits can not call international. I am diamond member. Ple
  19. [R91] TalkU 1/5 · US Do no purchase: You do no have free access to calls. They will charge you additional credits to call even if you have the 1 year sub for that number. This is a scam and there are better VOI out there
  20. [R95] TalkU 4/5 · US Demands more money for credits: I thoughts you can text free after purchasing TalkU number but another deal starts when you purchase the number and you will keep paying for credits before texting and calling just in the US even though it’s US number I’m surprised
  21. [R47] International Calling 1/5 · US Bad customer service: I’m not understand how your customer service working very bad you need to fix it to your customer service
  22. [R63] TalkU 3/5 · US NO LONGER WORKS!: This used to work perfect as I use it in Brazil to call my Family in the USA! It no longer dials out but still received text message. I paid for a whole heep of minutes that I can’t use! I have sent support a few emails wit screenshot to receive no response or refund. I only keep it on , because, it’s tied two two verifications to important infrastructures. As soon as I migrate
  23. [R66] TalkU 3/5 · US I can’t send message please fix it: Kdp Iraq network doesn’t allow me I thinks we need to new apdate Please icant send message!fix it we need to update
  24. [R72] TalkU 3/5 · US Not working: No messages is going through have been sending for over 3months now no messaging is going through and also free credit still don’t know why
  25. [R76] TalkU 1/5 · US Doesn’t work: When I try to send a text, the other person does not receive it.

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