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Add to SafariWhen comparing Vine Messages vs Handcent Next SMS, the Slant community recommends Handcent Next SMS for most people. In the question“What are the best messaging apps for Android?” Handcent Next SMS is ranked 36th while Vine Messages is ranked 38th. The most important reason people chose Handcent Next SMS is:
Splitting a group text is a great option, so that follow-up can be personal and not everyone sees every response.
Specs
Question Ranking
Pros
Pro Can communicate outside of Vine
You can send messages to people outside of Vine.
Pro Video tools
Vine can capture a video for you and has a grid to help line up shots.
Pro Video messages
Videos can be up to six seconds long.
Pro Can split a group text
Splitting a group text is a great option, so that follow-up can be personal and not everyone sees every response.
Pro Missed notification reminders
Pro Can text from a PC, Mac or tablet
Texting from another device allows one to not pick up one's phone every minute.
Pro Customizable appearance
Cons
Con Can't share images or videos from camera roll
Con No group messaging
Con Name is confusing
In your app drawer you'll see "Next SMS" but in Google Play "Handcent" is the first word of the app. That might confuse some people.
Con Texting from a PC, Mac or tablet requires extra work
