Best Loon alternatives: apps like Loon

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
8 free apps
Updated November 2026

Whether you want more options like Loon or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Loon

Stash - Rule Based Proxy#1

Stash - Rule Based Proxy by STASH NETWORKS LIMITED

Simple & Powerful Network Tool
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.4😐(1.3K ratings)
$5.99
#6in Utilities
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This app is a powerful rule-based proxy client for iOS, offering advanced network management. It supports multiple proxy protocols and features like JavaScript rewriting, MitM decryption, and on-demand connections. Easily route traffic based on domain, IP, or User-Agent for enhanced network control.

What We Love

  • 👍 Stable and fast connection
  • 💡 Comprehensive features
  • 🚀 Efficient performance
  • 🔒 Secure and private
  • 👍 Simple and user-friendly

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and reconnections
  • 🐛 Subscription and activation problems
  • 🐛 Unreliable VPN functionality
Shadowrocket#2

Shadowrocket by Shadow Launch Technology Limited

Rule based proxy utility
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5😐(12K ratings)
$2.99
#1in Utilities
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This utility client captures and redirects all device traffic to a proxy server. It records requests, allows rule-based configuration, and measures network performance. It also supports ad blocking, local DNS mapping, and advanced proxy features.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent VPN performance
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🔒 Robust security features
  • 💡 Useful customization options

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues after updates
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🤔 Confusing setup process for some users
Clash - Rule Based Proxy#3

Clash - Rule Based Proxy by Open Sourced

Native Rule Based Proxy Tool
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.6(239 ratings)
Free
#91in Utilities
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This utility allows users to manage network connections using custom rules. It supports various proxy protocols and offers detailed network visibility. Configure connections, test latency, and customize routing for your specific needs.

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This app locally identifies spam text messages using AI and blocks unwanted calls with a large database. It offers customizable rules for blocking, a blacklist/whitelist, and custom call labeling, all while prioritizing user privacy by processing data on-device.

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This app serves as a comprehensive NAS management tool, integrating video, music, and file handling. It offers high-quality playback for various media formats, supports subtitles, and allows for seamless file browsing and management between your NAS and mobile device.

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Send custom push notifications to your iPhone via an HTTP API. Supports advanced features like custom icons, grouping, and critical alerts. Offers privacy-protected, end-to-end encrypted pushes with self-deployable server options.

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