Notification Forwarder Pro

Name: Notification Forwarder Pro
Rating: 3.68 (395 reviews)
Author: groebl.org

By: groebl.org

SMS App with great features like Notification forwarding to the Car-Infotainment

Features & Capabilities

Notification Forwarder Pro is a versatile SMS application featuring multi-SIM support, message backup & restore, and extensive design customization—all ad-free and open-source. Its standout feature is the unique ability to forward notifications from any app directly to your car infotainment system, enhancing your driving experience by allowing you to read messages safely on the go.

The app intelligently associates messages from apps like WhatsApp and Signal with contacts, enabling you to call or reply with SMS depending on your infotainment system's capabilities. Note that your car must support SMS display via the Bluetooth-MAP profile to use notification forwarding. Built on the trusted QKSMS platform and licensed under GPLv3, this app combines functionality, privacy, and seamless integration for drivers who want to stay connected responsibly.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

3.8.0 Last updated: 2026-01-08

Version code:

3800

Creation date:

2016-05-16

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Permissions:

android.permission.CALL_PHONE Very high risk
android.permission.READ_CONTACTS Very high risk
android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE Very high risk
android.permission.READ_SMS Very high risk
android.permission.RECEIVE_MMS Very high risk
android.permission.RECEIVE_SMS Very high risk
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.SEND_SMS Very high risk
android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES High risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk

Size:

37.68MB

Email:

an*****@groebl.org

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-03

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 196,729 ▼ 554

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Developed by:

groebl.org

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.groebl.sms

Email:

an*****@groebl.org

Website:

https://android.groebl.org

User Reviews

Users praise in-car notification forwarding (especially WhatsApp) across Tesla, Ford, and BMW, reviving texting on modern phones. However, recurring downsides include replacing the default SMS app and whitelist items vanishing after updates, plus intermittent or absent forwarding. Bluetooth pairing/setup can be tricky, and some report spam after installation. Overall, the app is valuable when it works, but reliability and update-related whitelist issues are common pain points.

Pros

Forwarding WhatsApp and other notifications to a car display via Bluetooth works across multiple car brands.
Useful across models (Tesla, Ford with Sync 3.0, BMW) for in-car messaging.
Long-term reliability and positive progress with new interfaces/features.
Restores texting capability on newer phones with cars that support Bluetooth messages.

Cons

Replaces the default SMS app rather than just forwarding notifications, which can cause compatibility and usability issues.
Whitelist management breaks after updates, with apps disappearing from the allowed list.
Inconsistent or no forwarding in some scenarios, making it unreliable.
Bluetooth pairing/connection can be tricky and not well-supported with certain devices.
Privacy concerns and occasional spam after installation.

Recent reviews

I got one notification from an app that usually wouldn't give notifications on my car stereo so I guess it works. just a bummer you have to change your default messaging app to this app.

Ra*****, 2026-04-29

It's fantastic and I have been using it for years to get my email and WhatsApp messages on my car's head unit. It's flexiable and easy to configure and always works without issue. The only problem is that recently I am unable to add a filter to message blocking, so hopefully it will be sorted out soon.