# Talkatone: WiFi Text & Calls

> Unlimited Voice Calling, Texts

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id397648381](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id397648381)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id397648381`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** TALKATONE, INC.
- **Category:** Social Networking
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (142,113 ratings)
- **Version:** 7.1.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-13
- **First published:** 2010-10-27
- **Size:** 71 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/talkatone-wifi-text-calls/id397648381)
- **Website:** [https://www.talkatone.com](https://www.talkatone.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.talkatone.com/privacy/](https://www.talkatone.com/privacy/)

## Description

Talkatone enables free WiFi calling and texting with a free US/Canada number. Free calls/texts to U.S./Canada, group chats, photos and MMS, and affordable international calls—all without a cell plan.

Key features include turning your iPad/iPod into a phone, and travel-friendly use over WiFi. Note: 911 may not be supported; some area codes may be unavailable; data charges may apply.

## Rankings

- #2,772 — Overall
- #4 — phone
- #9 — number
- #44 — dial

## Review summary

Feedback is mixed. Pros include easy setup with minimal data and no ads, plus cross-platform messaging. Cons center on sign-up/login failures, unreliable calling and message delivery, billing disputes, and slow or unhelpful support. Overall, some users find value, but reliability and billing concerns are frequently reported.

### Pros

- Easy setup/sign-up with minimal personal information and no charge for basic features
- No ads and free core features / not pay-to-use
- Cross-platform messaging capability allowing communication beyond Apple devices

### Cons

- Sign-up/login errors or account authorization issues (cannot sign up, too many attempts, email problems)
- Outgoing calls and overall call reliability problems (drops, slowdowns, spam-related limits)
- Messaging delivery and verification issues (message failures, cannot receive verification codes, texts undelivered)
- Billing and credits issues (charged twice, lost credits, refunds denied)
- Poor or unresponsive customer support

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id397648381)