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Texts

Beeper combines Texts' privacy with an all-new design, but lacks some original features.

Checked 5 Oct 2026 Reviewed by Alex Listed since October 2024

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At a glance

Starts at from $19 per month Price as published by the vendor, September 2026.
Free tier No
Platforms Web, iOS, Android, WhatsApp
Best for Developers seeking end-to-end encryption and a unified inbox.

4.3 out of 5

Scored by Alex after real use

Our verdict

Beeper preserves strong privacy through on-device connections. However, it may lack advanced AI features available in the old Texts app.

✓What it does well

PrivacyMessages are never sent to servers; they're encrypted and go straight to platforms.
Unified InboxAll major messaging platforms can be accessed from one inbox.
Monthly SubscriptionsSubscriptions are the only way to access features; no data is sold.

✕Where it falls short

Missing FeaturesSeveral Texts-specific features like Draft responses and Translate answers will be coming soon but not yet available.
Stealth Mode LimitationsIt does not offer a true Stealth mode, only reading without notification.
Limited Platform SupportOnly iOS and Android are currently supported, no desktop version available yet.

Key features

AI IntegrationIntegrated AI allows for chat summaries and draft responses.
Customizable UIAllows customization with custom CSS and dark/light modes.
Scheduling FeaturesSupports sending messages later or snoozing them for a specific time.
End-to-end Encryption Across All PlatformsEnsures messages are encrypted for every platform.

Questions about Texts

What is Texts?

Texts is a messaging app that brings all major messaging platforms into one unified inbox. Toolio notes that Beeper now combines Texts' privacy with an all-new design, though it lacks some original features. Messages are encrypted and go straight to the platforms rather than through servers.

How much does Texts cost?

Texts starts at $19 per month, as published by the vendor in September 2026, and there is no free tier. The reviewer notes that subscriptions are the only way to access its features and that no user data is sold.

How does Texts protect privacy?

The reviewer rates privacy as the main strength of Texts. Messages are never sent to its servers; they are encrypted and go straight to the messaging platforms through on-device connections, and the vendor lists end-to-end encryption across all platforms.

What features is Texts missing?

The reviewer says Texts may lack advanced AI features found in the old Texts app, and several Texts-specific features, such as translating answers, are listed as coming soon. It also has no true stealth mode, only the ability to read messages without sending a notification.

Who is Texts best for?

Toolio lists Texts as best for developers seeking end-to-end encryption and a unified inbox. Alex scored it 4.3 out of 5 after real use, on 5 Oct 2026. It runs on the web, iOS and Android, with WhatsApp also listed among its platforms.

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