Robokiller alternatives: 2 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 1, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Robokiller: full protection needs a paid subscription after the trial, and mainly built for the US; less useful elsewhere. We ranked 2 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Robokiller, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Hiya currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	Hiya	Free plan + paid	No	iOS, Android	4 of 4	66.5
2	Truecaller	Free plan + paid	No	Android, iOS	4 of 4	62.6

1. HiyaTop pick
Best for: People who want spam and scam calls flagged or blocked without a contact-sharing directory
Free plan + paidiOS, Android
66.5
score / 100
Why switch from Robokiller
Cheaper spam protection with a free tier, and available in more countries.
Pros
Blocks spam before it rings and warns about likely scams
Also offers AI voice detection for cloned-voice scams
Same engine is built into some carriers and Samsung phones
Cons
Automatic blocking and full caller details need a paid subscription
Much of the website and product focus is on businesses and carriers, not the consumer app
Visit Hiya Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.3100
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Hiya a good Robokiller alternative?
Verified facts
4 of 4 verified
Calls analysed
28B+ per month
Checked Nov 1, 2026hiya.com(opens source in a new tab)
Countries covered
40+
Checked Nov 1, 2026hiya.com(opens source in a new tab)
Founded
2016
Checked Nov 1, 2026hiya.com(opens source in a new tab)
Downloads
10M+
Checked Nov 1, 2026hiya.com(opens source in a new tab)
2. Truecaller
Best for: People with lots of unknown or spam calls, especially in regions where Truecaller is widely used
Free plan + paidAndroid, iOS
62.6
score / 100
Why switch from Robokiller
Free caller ID and spam blocking with a huge number database, worldwide.
Pros
Very large number database gives names for many unknown callers
Free tier covers caller ID and basic spam blocking
Android app can replace the dialer and SMS inbox with spam sorting
Paid plans add an AI assistant that screens calls for you
Cons
The free tier shows ads
iPhone version is more limited than Android because of iOS restrictions
Its crowd-sourced directory draws on user-shared contact data, which some dislike
Visit Truecaller Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.387
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Truecaller a good Robokiller alternative?
Verified facts
4 of 4 verified
Premium price
USD 74.99/year
Checked Oct 29, 2026truecaller.com(opens source in a new tab)
Family plan
Up to 4 extra members
Checked Oct 29, 2026truecaller.com(opens source in a new tab)
Call recording storage
On your phone only
Checked Oct 29, 2026truecaller.com(opens source in a new tab)
Owner
Truecaller AB
Checked Oct 29, 2026truecaller.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Robokiller alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Best Robokiller alternative for most people

Hiya

Cheaper spam protection with a free tier, and available in more countries.

Best Robokiller alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Truecaller

Free caller ID and spam blocking with a huge number database, worldwide.

Best Robokiller alternative for iPhone and Android

Hiya

Cheaper spam protection with a free tier, and available in more countries.

Robokiller alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Robokiller?

Hiya ranks first right now. Cheaper spam protection with a free tier, and available in more countries.

Is there a free alternative to Robokiller?

Yes. Hiya (free plan + paid) and Truecaller (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Robokiller?

None of the 2 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Robokiller?

The complaints we hear most: full protection needs a paid subscription after the trial; mainly built for the US; less useful elsewhere.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Robokiller, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.