Handcent Next SMS
Handcent Next SMS is a feature-rich messaging app for Android that is an excellent choice for users looking for a Wear OS-integrated app. Handcent Next SMS, unlike some third-party messaging apps, allows you to receive and respond to messages from any Android wearable device, including smartwatches.
Hands-free features such as voice-to-text are also supported. When you don't have access to your phone, you can use Handcent on your desktop or enable Driving Mode to automatically reply to messages while driving. The app also includes themes that can be customized, password-protected conversations, message reactions, and other useful features. That's why it deserves a position on our list of the 10 best messaging apps for Android.
Notable features:
- Free version available
- In-app purchases: $5.99 – $39.99 per item
- Support available: Email, Help Center/FAQs
Pros
- Wear OS support
- Driving mode for safer commutes
- Password-protected conversations
Cons
- Includes costly in-app purchases
- Contains ads
Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.handcent.app.nextsms&hl=en_US
Website: https://handcent.com/
