TextNow
8.1#1 in voip calling appsFrom $35.99 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
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What both publish
| Fact | TextNow | |
|---|---|---|
| Company history | TextNow’s culture manual says the company began in Waterloo in 2009. | WhatsApp was founded by Jan Koum and Brian Acton and joined Facebook in 2014, while continuing to operate as a separate app. |
| Company legal name | The Google Play listing identifies the developer as TextNow, Inc. | Crunchbase lists WhatsApp LLC as the legal name and Meta as its parent organization. |
| Company size | LinkedIn lists TextNow's company size as 51–200 employees. | LinkedIn lists WhatsApp's company size as 51–200 employees. |
TextNow plans
- Free PlanFree
- Unlimited Data Day Pass$2.99, paid once
- Unlimited Data Monthly Pass$35.99 a month
- Unlimited Plan$35.99 a month
WhatsApp plans
- WhatsAppFree
- WhatsApp Business appFree
- WhatsApp MessengerFree
- WhatsApp Business PlatformPriced on request
Pick TextNow if…
TextNow suits people who need a phone number and unlimited calling and texting across North America on phones, computers, or a browser. It also fits users wanting optional wireless coverage, selected-app data, or paid extras such as call forwarding and voicemail transcription.
Pick WhatsApp if…
WhatsApp suits people who want a free way to message and call across phones, computers, and the web. It also offers business features for showcasing products and services and building customer relationships.