Fake Video Call - Prank Call is exactly what it sounds like: a tool that lets you simulate incoming video calls on your phone. It is a prank app, not a messaging app, so the whole point is to stage a call that looks real. People use it for joking with friends, getting out of awkward social situations, or just messing around. I found it on Google Play after noticing it had over ten million downloads, which made me curious. It is free to download and install, and when you first launch the app, the interface feels basic but not confusing. There is no registration required, which I appreciated because I just wanted to test it quickly. That said, I did notice some ads popping up here and there, and there are in-app purchases if you want to unlock more realistic features. My first thought was that it looked like a typical utility app, nothing flashy, but the concept itself is pretty funny.

Once you start using it, the experience is straightforward. The main screen gives you a few options: you can choose a fake caller, set a name, pick a photo from your gallery, and even select a video from your own library or use the preloaded ones. The app walks you through this with simple buttons, so there is no real learning curve. I set up a fake call from someone named “Mom,” picked a random video of a woman talking, and hit the simulate button. The app created a ringtone and then showed the incoming call screen, which looks pretty convincing. One thing that felt a bit off was that the video playback is not always smooth, and the frame rate can lag on older phones. Still, for a quick prank, it works fine. I also found that you can schedule fake calls in advance, which is a neat trick if you want to time a prank perfectly. The app does not drain much battery, and the interface is clean enough to navigate without reading a manual.

After playing around with it for a while, I think this app is perfect for people who love practical jokes and want a quick laugh with friends. It is not for everyone, though. If you are looking for something polished or realistic enough to fool someone for more than a few seconds, you might be disappointed. Compared to similar apps like Fake Call or Prank Call Simulator, this one stands out for its customization options, like using your own videos, but it falls short in terms of video quality and overall smoothness. I kept it installed because it is fun to have on hand for a spontaneous prank, but I can see others deleting it after the novelty wears off. It feels more like a novelty tool than something you would use daily, but for what it is, it does the job without overcomplicating things.

• 📹 Custom video support is the standout feature here. Unlike many prank call apps that only offer pre-recorded clips, this one lets you upload your own videos from the gallery. So instead of a generic ringtone, you get a real person on screen, which makes the prank way more convincing.
• ⏰ Scheduled calls give you the ability to set up a fake call ahead of time. You pick the time, the caller details, and the video, and the app triggers it automatically. This is more flexible than apps like Fake Call that often require manual activation right before the prank.
• 🖼️ Profile customization lets you use any photo from your contacts or gallery for the caller image. Combined with custom names, this makes the fake call look almost identical to a real incoming call, which is something simpler apps miss.
• 🔇 No registration is required, so you can jump right into creating pranks without creating an account. This is a big plus compared to apps that push sign-ups before you even try the core feature.

• 🆓 It is completely free to download and use the basic features. Apps like Prank Call Simulator often lock the best options behind a paywall, but here you can customize names and photos without spending a dime.
• 🎥 Own video integration is a major strength. Most prank call apps on Google Play only offer static images or pre-recorded sounds, but having live video makes the prank feel much more realistic and less scripted.
• ⚡ Easy setup means you can create a convincing fake call in under a minute. The interface is not cluttered, so even someone who is not techy can figure it out quickly, unlike some competitors that hide options in menus.

• 🐌 Video playback quality is not always great. On some devices, the incoming call video stutters or lags, which can ruin the illusion. Apps like Truecaller (when used for pranks) handle video smoother, but this app feels less optimized.
• 📢 Too many ads interrupt the experience. After each test call, an ad pops up, and occasionally they launch automatically during use. Compared to Fake Call, which has fewer interruptions, this gets annoying fast.
• 🎭 Limited call realism beyond the video. The ringtone and interface look okay, but the simulation lacks depth, like no caller waiting screen or realistic timing options. This is something more polished apps handle better.
• 📉 No offline mode for preloaded videos. If you are in an area with bad signal, the app struggles to load your own clips quickly, which is a problem for on-the-spot pranks. Other apps store everything locally, avoiding this issue.