# Simple SMS Messenger > Fast SMS and MMS messaging app with group chat, backup, and blocking Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.simplemobiletools.smsmessenger](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.simplemobiletools.smsmessenger) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.simplemobiletools.smsmessenger` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Simple Mobile Tool - **Category:** COMMUNICATION - **Downloads:** 5,214,784 - **Rating:** 4.16 / 5 (82,310 ratings) - **Version:** 6.1.2 - **Last updated:** 2025-07-01 - **First published:** 2020-04-14 - **Publisher country:** IL - **Size:** 29 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-23 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.simplemobiletools.smsmessenger) - **Website:** [https://simplemobiletools.com/simplesmsmessenger](https://simplemobiletools.com/simplesmsmessenger) - **Privacy policy:** [https://simplemobiletools.com/simplesmsmessenger/privacy](https://simplemobiletools.com/simplesmsmessenger/privacy) ## Description **Simple SMS Messenger** is an efficient Android app designed for fast and seamless SMS and MMS messaging. With support for group chats and modern blocking features compatible with Android 7+, it offers reliable communication with your contacts. Users can share photos, emojis, and customize conversations with special message tones or mute options. The app boasts a compact size for quick downloads and includes robust SMS backup and recovery options to safeguard messages during device changes or theft. Privacy is prioritized with customizable lock screen visibility settings. Additional features like conversation export, efficient search, and a built-in dark theme ensure a smooth and personalized messaging experience. Simple SMS Messenger combines practicality and ease-of-use, making it ideal for everyday use. ## Rankings - #23,531 — Overall - #30 — simple ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE` - `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS` - `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.READ_SMS` - `android.permission.READ_SYNC_SETTINGS` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_MMS` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_SMS` - `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM` - `android.permission.SEND_SMS` - `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_SMS` - `android.provider.Telephony.SMS_RECEIVED` - `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE` - `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE` - `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE` ## Review summary Most reviews say Simple SMS Messenger is a straightforward, easy-to-use SMS app that meets basic needs and earns positive sentiment. However, common complaints include intrusive ads and a controversial subscription model, plus slow loading after updates. A few users also miss a reply feature. Overall, the app is valued for its simplicity, but monetization and performance issues temper the experience. ### Pros - Simple, focused SMS app that fulfills basic messaging needs. - Generally positive feedback on quality and usefulness (praises like Excellent!, Super, very good). - Easy to use and does what it is supposed to do. ### Cons - Ads are intrusive and disruptive, with reviews noting ads at startup delaying content. - Controversial pricing/subscription model, including a high weekly fee and free-trial charges. - Performance issues, especially slow loading after updates. - Missing basic feature: reply functionality. ## Similar extensions and apps - [SMS Messages: Text Messenger](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.messages.chat.sms.sender) — 83,340 users, 4.47 / 5 - [Messages - SMS Messenger](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.textmessages.sms.messengerapp) — 19,380 users, 4.11 / 5 - [Simple Messenger](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tomo.simple.messenger) — 6,537 users - [Messages: Secure SMS](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.messages.groupchat.securechat) — 2,284 users - [SMS Messages: Messaging App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.identiq.messenger) — 10,183 users - [SMS Chat Astian](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.astiansuite.smschat) — 70 users - [Messages - SMS Text Messaging](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sms.messages.chat.textmessage.messaging) — 95,686 users, 4.26 / 5 - [Messages: Text SMS](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.messages.text.sms.messaging) — 392 users - [SMS Messenger - Texting App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.smsmessengapp.messageapp) — 57,933 users, 3.89 / 5 - [Messages Home: SMS Texting App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.messages.textsms.messaging) — 214,654 users, 4.00 / 5 - [Messenger: Text Messages, Home](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sms.chat.textmessages) — 2,303 users - [Messages](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.devinfo.messages) — 516 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.simplemobiletools.smsmessenger)