textPlus: Text Message + Call

What textPlus does

textPlus: Text Message + Call gives users a virtual phone number for texting and calling over an internet connection. It suits people who need a second number, use a tablet without regular mobile service, or want to keep communication separate from their main carrier line. Messaging and calling work through Wi-Fi or mobile data rather than relying solely on a SIM card.

Useful for flexible communication

The app supports text and picture messaging with U.S. mobile contacts, along with incoming calls over Wi-Fi. That can be useful when cellular coverage is weak but an internet connection is available. It also offers a practical option for travelers, tablet users, and anyone who does not want to add another traditional phone line.

• Choose a virtual U.S. phone number.
• Send texts and multimedia messages through the app.
• Receive calls using Wi-Fi or mobile data.
• Use it as a separate line for personal, travel, or secondary communication needs.

What to consider

textPlus depends on the quality of the available internet connection, so call reliability can vary between networks. It is also not a full replacement for every carrier service: its strongest use case is internet-based communication and a supplementary number. Users should check whether the contacts and calling destinations they need are supported before making it their main communication tool.

Grade and reach

With a 4.09/5 rating from 546,233 reviews, textPlus earns a B. That score points to a well-established app with broad appeal, while leaving room below the highest grade band. Its 50,000,000+ installs show that the virtual-number approach has found a substantial audience. Developed by textPlus, it is a focused social communication tool rather than a general-purpose messaging network.