Textra SMS

Textra SMS

Android Communication Delicious
4.3 Popularity

Customizable SMS app with tons of features

System Requirements

Updated
September 20, 2025
Category
Age Rating
Everyone
Developer
Android
Android 8.0++
Package Name
com.textra

So here's my take on Textra SMS. I've tested a bunch of SMS apps and this one's probably my favorite. The customization options are insane - you can really make it your own. And the extra features like scheduled texts and voice memos are super useful. Definitely better than the stock texting app that came with my phone. The only downside is the ads, but you can pay to remove them. Overall, Textra is a pretty darn good SMS app that I'd recommend.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Tons of customization with themes, bubble styles, fonts, and more
  • Useful features like scheduled texts, voice memos, and message blocking
  • Free to download, not too many ads if you don't pay
  • Smooth performance, works well on older phones
  • Great MMS support for group chats

Cons

  • Ads can get a bit annoying if you don't upgrade to the paid version
  • Takes some time to set everything up the way you want
  • Might be overkill if you just need basic SMS functionality
GOOGLE PLAY SCORE
4.3 /5
based on 437,484 reviews
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Description

Been using Textra SMS for a couple months now. It’s basically an alternative to your default texting app that gives you way more customization options and features. Pretty solid app if you’re into that kind of thing.

Here’s what you can do – there’s 180+ different themes, bubble colors, and app icons to choose from. It’s got dark mode, night mode, all that. And you can do stuff like schedule texts to send in the future, add voice memos, block specific contacts. It’s got a bunch of little features that make texting way easier.

Look, if you’re into customizing your phone and want a more powerful SMS app, you’ll probably like Textra. It’s not perfect – the ads can get a little annoying if you don’t pay – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out.

User Reviews

Kimberly October 15, 2025

Really do love this app. I've been using it for years!! But one thing still lacking is sending video clips. I still have to go to my Samsung app to...

Hannah Spurling October 15, 2025

thought this was THE texting app... reviews made it seem like it was the best option out there, and everything seems to work great! even the ads aren't obnoxious. but...

Nanette Walters October 15, 2025

Used app for a month because of not wanting to use Google when Verizon app shut down. Premium subscription. Not crazy about the app, but it mostly worked for me....

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