Truecaller alternatives: 2 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Truecaller: the free tier shows ads, and iPhone version is more limited than Android because of iOS restrictions. We ranked 2 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Truecaller, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Hiya currently ranks first.
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The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.
Best Truecaller alternative for most people
HiyaA simpler spam and scam blocker that doesn't take over your dialer or messages.
Best Truecaller alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
HiyaA simpler spam and scam blocker that doesn't take over your dialer or messages.
Best Truecaller alternative for iPhone and Android
RobokillerStrong on US robocalls and spam texts, with Answer Bots that waste scammers' time.
Truecaller alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Truecaller?
Hiya ranks first right now. A simpler spam and scam blocker that doesn't take over your dialer or messages.
Is there a free alternative to Truecaller?
Yes. Hiya (free plan + paid) has a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Truecaller?
None of the 2 alternatives in this list is open source.
Why do people switch from Truecaller?
The complaints we hear most: 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.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Truecaller, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.