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Best second phone number apps for Android

A second phone number app adds an extra line for calls, texts and voicemail, keeping work, listings, dating or signups off your personal number.

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40 apps ranked · How we rank

  1. Number 1: TextNow: Call + Text Unlimited

    TextNow, Inc.

    4.6 out of 5 (1.7M) 100M+ installs

    A free number for calls and texts, with paid data plans when you need them.

    Download Now: TextNow: Call + Text Unlimited Read our review of TextNow: Call + Text Unlimited

  2. Number 2: Text Free: Second Phone Number

    Pinger, Inc

    4.5 out of 5 (591.8K) 50M+ installs

    A free US or Canadian number for calls and texts over Wi-Fi or data, suited to anyone wanting a second line without a carrier plan.

    Download Now: Text Free: Second Phone Number Read our review of Text Free: Second Phone Number
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  1. Number 3: Second Number for Call & Text

    Dingtone Phone

    4.3 out of 5 (676.4K) 50M+ installs

    A useful spare line for anyone who hands out a phone number often and wants to keep their real one private.

    Download Now: Second Number for Call & Text Read our review of Second Number for Call & Text

  2. Number 4: Text Free: Calling & Texting

    Pinger, Inc

    4.5 out of 5 (128.6K) 10M+ installs

    A straightforward free second number for WiFi calling and texting, with a $9.99 monthly tier for ads-free use and verification codes.

    Download Now: Text Free: Calling & Texting Read our review of Text Free: Calling & Texting

  3. Number 5: 2nd Line+ Second Phone Number

    Text and Call Inc.

    4.4 out of 5 (215.9K) 5M+ installs

    A capable virtual number app for privacy, registrations and travel, provided you accept the subscription and the need for a solid connection.

    Download Now: 2nd Line+ Second Phone Number Read our review of 2nd Line+ Second Phone Number

  4. Number 6: Text Me: Second Phone Number

    TextMe, Inc.

    4.1 out of 5 (549.8K) 50M+ installs

    A free WiFi-based second number for US and Canada texting and calls, best for privacy-minded users and tablet owners.

    Download Now: Text Me: Second Phone Number Read our review of Text Me: Second Phone Number
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  1. Number 7: 2nd Line - Second Phone Number

    Dingtone Communications Ltd

    4.3 out of 5 (50K) 10M+ installs

    A practical second number for US and Canada calls and texts, best for anyone who deals with strangers or keeps work on a personal phone.

    Download Now: 2nd Line - Second Phone Number Read our review of 2nd Line - Second Phone Number

  2. Number 8: textPlus: Text Message + Call

    textPlus

    4.1 out of 5 (541K) 50M+ installs

    A free second US number for texting and receiving calls, best for privacy, work and travel use rather than heavy outgoing calling.

    Download Now: textPlus: Text Message + Call Read our review of textPlus: Text Message + Call

  3. Number 9: magicApp Calling & Messaging

    MAGICJACK VOIP SERVICES, LLC

    4.2 out of 5 (211.5K) 10M+ installs

    A well-established way to add a second US number with unlimited US and Canada calling, best for freelancers, travelers and existing magicJack customers.

    Download Now: magicApp Calling & Messaging Read our review of magicApp Calling & Messaging

  4. Number 10: Burner: Second Phone Number

    Ad Hoc Labs, Inc

    4.3 out of 5 (83.8K) 5M+ installs

    A well-established way to keep your real number private, provided you are in the US or Canada and accept the trial-then-paid model.

    Download Now: Burner: Second Phone Number Read our review of Burner: Second Phone Number

More of the best second phone number apps

  1. 11 TextMe Up Calling & Texts TextMe, Inc. 4.2 10M+
  2. 12 VirtuNum - Virtual Number Morteza Salmanpour 4.4 5M+
  3. 13 Google Voice Google LLC 4.2 10M+
  4. 14 Numero eSIM: USA Number & More Smarteletec S.L. 4.1 10M+
  5. 15 FreeTone Calls & Texting TextMe, Inc. 4.1 10M+
  6. 16 2ndLine - Second Phone Number TextNow, Inc. 4.1 10M+
  7. 17 GetCode - Virtual Number SMS MIA DIGITAL SOLUTIONS 4.3 1M+
  8. 18 Hushed: US Second Phone Number AffinityClick Inc. 4.0 10M+
  9. 19 2nd Phone Number - Call & Text TalkU International Inc. 4.0 10M+
  10. 20 True Mobile Call - Global Call True Call Studio 4.0 5M+
  11. 21 Phoner: Second Phone Number Phoner Holdings LLC 4.1 1M+
  12. 22 MySudo - Identity Protection Anonyome Labs, Inc 4.3 500K+
  13. 23 Second Phone Number - 2Number BP Mobile LLC 4.1 1M+
  14. 24 Caddy - Business Phone Number 800.com, LLC 4.6 100K+
  15. 25 SLYNUMBER MobileSphere 4.2 500K+
  16. 26 Sideline: 2nd Phone Line App Pinger, Inc 3.8 5M+
  17. 27 SpoofCard - Privacy Protection SpoofCard 4.0 500K+
  18. 28 Talkatone: Texting & Calling Talkatone, Llc 3.5 10M+
  19. 29 Anonymous Texting Mathrawk 3.7 100K+
  20. 30 Index: Business Phone Number Pinger, Inc 3.8 50K+
  21. 31 GoDaddy Conversations GoDaddy Operating Company, LLC 3.6 100K+
  22. 32 APhone - Second Phone Number Senatel Ltd 3.3 1M+
  23. 33 Linked Phone Business Number LinkedPhone 3.7 50K+
  24. 34 EasyLine Business Phone Number TalkU International Inc. 3.9 100K+
  25. 35 Get SMS Code: Receive Online APPSTER LTD 4.5 10K+
  26. 36 Text, Call & Phone number Share File Technologies by 090 Bravo 3.6 1M+
  27. 37 Fongo World Edition Fongo Inc. 3.7 10K+
  28. 38 Private Callr - Secure & Anony Caller ID Faker LLC 3.1 50K+
  29. 39 CoverMe - Second Phone Number CoverMe Secure Messenger Inc. 3.2 1M+
  30. 40 Caller id Changer Sec call game sec 2.7 500K+
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About second phone number apps

One handset can act like two without a second SIM. They suit people who need a short-term burner as well as those who want a lasting business line on the same device, and apps tend to lean toward one or the other. Key differences are how freely you can pick an area code, how reliably calls connect and whether texts and picture messages work well. The way they are paid for varies too: some show ads, some limit free use and others require a subscription.

What to look for

  • Check how the app funds itself: some show ads, some cap free minutes or texts, and others charge a subscription for unlimited use, which affects how usable the number stays over time.
  • See whether you can pick a number in a specific area code or choose from a list, since a local-looking number matters for business or listings.
  • Look at call and text reliability, including whether incoming calls ring through, voicemail works, and picture messages send, because a number is only useful if people can reach it.
  • Consider whether the app keeps your number if you stop paying or uninstall, as losing a number you have shared can be disruptive.
  • Read the privacy policy for what happens to your call and message data, since a second number often carries sensitive conversations.

How we rank

Apps are ranked by their Google Play rating (weighted by how many people rated them), their number of installs, how recently they were updated and how closely they fit the category. Only apps we've reviewed are included.