Texting App (Samsung, google, function, display)

[xraydude]

I have a Samsung Mega. I like the phone, what I don't like is the texting app that came with it. I like to set my own ringtones with my different contacts. I was wondering what app for texting you would recommend. I don't want to pay for an app. I have tried GoSMS and am currently using Handset SMS. I send a lot of pics to my family, But I am not getting all my text messages at times unless I restart my phone. What App do you use? PM me if needed if moderator doesn't like giving app suggestions.
Thanks.

[adyn]

I use Textra and it's pretty good. I want to use qksms but it doesn't yet support group messaging which I need.

[NHDave]

Originally Posted by adyn

I use Textra and it's pretty good.

X2, probably my favorite but I'm not a heavy texter.

[Peregrine]

8SMS.
Based on stock Jelly Bean text app.
Gives you the stock look and stability but way more options.
I tried them all and stopped when I found this one.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...tyeightsms.mms

Different ringtones for different people, though, is a function of the PEOPLE/Contacts app.

[Bo]

I use Handcent SMS. I probably don't use half of its features, but I appreciate its extreme customizability in the way it can display text.

[xraydude]

Thanks everyone. I will be trying new apps.

[Chava61]

Whatsapp is good app for texting and sending photos to people that you know and are on your smartphone contact list.

[Canaan-84]

Originally Posted by adyn

I use Textra and it's pretty good. I want to use qksms but it doesn't yet support group messaging which I need.

I use textra as well

[Yogi3]

I use the AOSP messages app since my Nexus 5 had that replaced with "Hangouts" and I wasn't about to have to try replying/ignoring all those gmail contacts.