No one likes to receive phone calls from unknown numbers and be interrupted in the middle of an important job or late at night. Unfortunately, with the increasing number of online purchases, it is almost impossible to keep your number private. If you indicated it on any website when registering for training or sent an application for a loan, then it will be transferred from one company to another..
If you are tired of calls in which they are constantly trying to sell something or, even worse, they threaten, then special applications will help you that compare the caller's number in their database and show all the information available on it. This will give you a better idea of whether to answer the call or not.
Truecaller
Truecaller is the most popular application that allows you to find out who is calling from an unknown number. It can also block unwanted calls, completely protecting you from unnecessary calls. If a blocked subscriber tries to call you, he will hear a busy signal..
TrueCaller also allows manual searches. Just enter the number and you will get a name attached to it, as well as some other information, for example, the name of the mobile operator or where it is from. This is possible thanks to the huge database that contains information on billions of calls. For example, in India alone, the app is used by 150 million people.
The app was originally developed for BlackBerry phones in 2009 by True Software Scandinavia AB, a Swedish company founded by Alan Mamedi and Nami Zarringhalam. From there, it quickly expanded to other platforms including iOS and Android. And for 10 years now, the company has been collecting data on phone numbers..
After installation, you will need to go through a quick registration through authorization using a Google, Facebook or Microsoft account. If you enable the "advanced search" option Truecaller will look at your contact list and add it to its database as well. In return, you can find out how they are recorded in the phone book from other users.
The latest update adds the ability to schedule the sending of SMS messages. Just press and hold the send button to switch to the "SMS Schedule" mode and specify the desired date and time for sending the message.
Link to install on Android and iPhone .
CallApp
CallApp allows you to identify unknown callers, block spam calls, record incoming and outgoing calls. At the same time, the main function remains precisely the determination of unknown numbers, so it is not surprising that spam blocking does not work very well.
It is worth noting another drawback of CallApp - high energy consumption: when using it, the smartphone's battery is consumed faster than when working with Truecaller under the same conditions. Nevertheless, the application deserves a place on this list, as it does its main task well.
In addition to the standard features, there is an "Incognito" mode with which you can hide the number of a certain subscriber, and it will not be displayed not only during an incoming call, but also in the call log. If suddenly, you have a person with whom you want to talk, but so that no one knows about it by taking your phone - this is what you need.
In the update from August 25, 2020, the call analytics function appeared, the quality of the call recording has improved. To get the maximum quality, test the recording using the built-in functionality. There is a new function "Who did not answer me" - the subscribers whom you called, but did not answer, will be at the top of the list so that you do not forget about them. Among other things, you can now create and share your own video ringtones.
Link to install on Android .
Sync.ME
The Sync.ME app has 10 million active users. It can block calls, ignore phone calls and identify unfamiliar numbers from all over the world. In addition, it can identify the sender of the SMS and block it. SyncME supports reverse lookup of any phone number. There is a built-in reminder for birthdays, information about which is taken from social networks.
Link to install on Android and iPhone .
Drupe
The main functionality of Drupe is identification of an unknown subscriber, recording telephone conversations , support for various design styles and blocking unwanted calls. Using Drupe, you can dial a number, send a text message or contact someone from your contact list using your favorite instant messenger with just one swipe of your finger.
The Drupe developers focused on the ability to communicate using gestures. You will always have a transparent icon at hand for quick access to contacts. WhatsApp, Facebook, Google Allo, SMS, and more are supported, but if you don't upgrade to the premium version for $ 4, ads will appear in your contact list.
In the latest version, the hold button has been moved to a better place to prevent accidental cheek pressing.
Link to install on Android and iPhone .
Show Caller
Show Caller is a small application that takes only 4 MB, but nevertheless is able to identify most unknown numbers and show detailed information about the subscriber, his name, photo, even if he is not in your contact list. Comes with support for T9 technology, which significantly speeds up the search in the notebook.
At the moment, the application has a base of about 20 million users. Show Caller's interface is very similar to Truecaller, however, unlike the latter, it takes up much less space. Subscribers are identified quickly enough. The only disadvantage is the presence of advertising.
Link to install on Android and iPhone .
Eyecon
Eyecon provides all possible information about an unknown or existing contact. Eyecon, thanks to synchronization with Facebook and other social networks, allows you to see a photo of the one who is calling you. Of course, if his account was found on Facebook. In a recent update, WhatsApp support was added - now for any contact with both Whatsapp and Whatsapp Business, you can choose in which application to contact them.
There is also a difference from other similar services: the search for data is carried out not on the basis of phone numbers, but only through social networks. Thus, only those users who are already using Eyecon can be identified. Of the minuses, a small database should be mentioned in comparison with Truecaller. The service should only be used as a fallback.
Link to install on Android and iPhone .
Hiya
Hiya, formerly known as Whitepages Caller Id, like Truecaller, detects unknown numbers and automatically blocks spam. The application searches for information about the caller using its own database, which includes millions of phone numbers.
The app uses its huge database to identify over 400 million calls per month. In addition, Hiya also checks the content of SMS messages for malicious links. Hiya has a chic design, doesn't show any ads, and it's free.
After installing the app, you will need to register using your Facebook account or email. When this happens, Hiya will appear on the incoming call screen and display whatever information it can find.
Fraudulent calls are displayed in red with a highly visible warning sign so you know you don't have to waste time on it. The only problem is that it can sometimes take a few seconds before Hiya can identify the caller, especially if you are using a slow internet connection.
Link to install on Android and iPhone .
Mr. Number
Mr. Number was created by the authors of the popular Hiya application, which was described above. It also detects spam and can block calls using prefixes. This means that you can block calls using area and operator codes. The application also detects unknown subscribers, which helps to fight stalkers.
The community is quite active, so you can comment on any number that calls you, it's easy to whitelist or blacklist it. There is support for reverse lookup, which allows you to find out who called without waiting for a second call. You just need to manually enter the unknown number into the search bar.
Link to install on Android and iPhone .
Whoscall
Whoscall was developed by Gogolook back in 2010 and during this time has managed to collect an impressive database of more than 700 million numbers around the world, plus a community of 50 million users.
More than 20 million calls are identified daily using Whoscall and about 500 thousand calls are blocked. A key advantage of the service is its autonomous database, which allows you to identify the caller even without an Internet connection.
Link to install on Android and iPhone .
Trapcall
Have you ever received a call labeled "Unknown"? Now you can identify any person hiding behind this faceless phrase. Trapcall offers what others cannot.
Most of these applications identify subscribers based on data from their own user base, while Trapcall detects calls even from private numbers. This function will be especially useful for those who are pursued by stalkers: now it will not be difficult to collect evidence for filing a complaint with the police. When you upgrade to a professional plan, you get the ability to record calls, which will add evidence against your abuser.
Link to install on Android and iPhone .