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What reviewers say about TextNow

Generated with AI from 12 reviews on Trustburn · updated 4 days ago

Customers report that the app works well after glitches are resolved, though some experienced poor audio, account limitations for spam, and a pricing structure that requires payment to unlock certain features.
What does TextNow do?

TextNow provides a mobile service that includes free unlimited calls and texts, available via an app or a physical SIM card.

Are there any complaints about TextNow?

The critical reviewers wrote that TextNow has issues with call ending behavior, SIM card activation failures, and unhelpful customer support that often involves long waits or runarounds.

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Darryl B Tqb
Reviews 1

TextNow’s new call ending behavior is getting incredibly annoying. Every time I try to make an outgoing call, my phone flashes a warning that the action will terminate my current session. It’s happening consistently across all calls now, not just occasionally. A solid one out of five stars.

michael m Sca
Reviews 1

My TextNow SIM card stopped working in my phone, while other SIMs were fine. I tried calling every customer service number and emailing them, but all I got was the runaround. They just kept sending me in circles to the same unhelpful sites I had already tried. And this is supposedly free service?

RainyThatsMe
Reviews 1

TextNow really tests your patience. The automated system feels like a dead end, often hanging up right when you think help is near. Support chats are another headache; I’ve been stuck waiting for hours only for the connection to drop without any warning. It’s especially frustrating because my sound and volume settings are correct, notifications are on, yet I never get alerted when the agent is ready or when the call ends.

Juliana P Xkj
Reviews 1

I’ve been a loyal TextNow user for years, but the recent policy shifts have left me frustrated. Previously, buying a SIM card meant keeping my number forever without extra fees. Now, it seems I have to pay weekly or monthly just to keep my number active. To make matters worse, my card was deactivated for no clear reason, forcing me to buy a replacement. I paid over two weeks ago, yet the card never arrived. The app keeps prompting me to activate a SIM I don’t have, and the bot support is useless. I couldn’t find a way to reach a real person, so I’m reaching out here. I paid for this SIM, I never received it, and I need to know why it’s showing as needing activation. Please explain what is happening with my order.

Johnnie W Kse
Reviews 1

TextNow needs to step up its customer service game. Simply offering a replacement isn't enough; you need to be proactive in resolving issues. Providing more detailed product information would help reassure users that the service will actually work for them. Overall, the effort to accommodate feels just adequate.

Lena Kdu
Reviews 1

Textnow has resolved the problem and sent an apology. The app works well now; the glitch was actually on my side. Initially, though, I was frustrated because they promised free unlimited calls and texts anywhere, but in reality, it mostly requires Wi-Fi, even after I bought their SIM card. Support can be good, but be prepared to wait 60 to 90 minutes for a live agent. I also had issues with poor audio connection, making it hard to hear even at max volume. Overall, I’d give it two thumbs down.

Derek B Rtz
Reviews 1

TextNow device is a total waste of money. I bought it months ago for non-WiFi use, but it has never actually worked. I installed it exactly as instructed, yet it’s been broken from day one. Customer support was unhelpful, just insisting my settings were wrong despite me watching countless tutorials and trying everything I was supposed to do. Still doesn't work.

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