# Textkiller - Spam Text Blocker

> Block Unwanted Messages

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1514005355](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1514005355)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1514005355`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Mosaic S.r.l.
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (12,991 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0.11
- **Last updated:** 2025-02-26
- **First published:** 2020-05-22
- **Size:** 108 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/textkiller-spam-text-blocker/id1514005355)
- **Website:** [https://www.textkiller.com/](https://www.textkiller.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.teltech.co/privacy.html](https://www.teltech.co/privacy.html)

## Description

Textkiller blocks 99% of spam texts automatically and protects you from millions of known scams, with updates every minute. Its predictive blocking can decide in under 0.01 seconds to keep your messages safe and clutter-free.

Customize protection with Block/Allow lists, keyword filters, and number-range controls. Train the model by reporting spam to improve accuracy, and enable Extreme Blocking for unknown senders. Built with privacy in mind, it strips identifying information before deciding, and the app is free to download with a subscription for full features.

## Rankings

- #16,122 — Overall
- #7 — Stop Spam Calls
- #14 — Handy Everyday Helpers

## Review summary

User reviews show Textkiller blocks most spam texts effectively on iPhone, delivering relief from unwanted messages. However, many users report onboarding and reliability problems, including verification code failures, accounts that won’t sign in, and the app stopping or not loading after updates. Some users also note limited blocklist/keyword management and weak customer support. Cross-platform issues (Mac) and feature gating under paid tiers are also mentioned, leading to mixed overall impressions.

### Pros

- Very effective at blocking spam texts for many users
- Reduces nuisance from spam including political solicitations and donation texts
- Good value compared to other security apps
- Works well on iPhone

### Cons

- Verification/sign-in codes often fail or do not verify subscription
- App stops functioning or fails to load after updates or with new iOS versions
- Inability to block numbers or edit blocklist/keywords; feature limitations
- Poor or unresponsive customer support

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1514005355)