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When comparing Handcent Next SMS vs chomp SMS, the Slant community recommends chomp SMS for most people. In the question“What are the best SMS apps for Android?” chomp SMS is ranked 7th while Handcent Next SMS is ranked 13th.
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Pros
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
Pro Can schedule messages
Pro Supports themeing
Pro Lots of custom options
Cons
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
Con No archive
Con Not able to Like a message
Con No MMS support
After years of use and very happy with the app, after the android 10 update it doesn't support mms. contacting developer was no help.