ASUS Router vs VPN Secure Proxy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ASUS Router
Effortlessly manage your ASUS router from anywhere. Monitor your network, set up guest access, and enhance security with advanced features. Optimize your Wi-Fi experience with remote control and comprehensive network tools.
- Remote router monitoring and management
- AiMesh network setup and optimization
- Parental controls with time scheduling and content blocking
- Client device management with bandwidth limiting
- Guest network creation and QR code sharing
- VPN Fusion and VPN Server capabilities
- AiProtection security features
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The ASUS Router app unlocks the power to manage your network in just a few taps whenever you want, wherever you go. We are aiming to provide the best Wi-Fi and Internet-surfing experiences you have ever had with these comprehensive features. KEY FEATURES: *Router Monitoring and Remote Management *AiMesh ….….Add AiMesh node ….….AiMesh Network Topology ….….Network management and optimization ….….AiMesh node monitoring and customized settings ….….Full backhaul options *Parental Controls ….….Time scheduling ….….Content Block ….….Online/Offline schedule *Client Device Management ….….Safe Browsing ….….Bandwidth limiter ….….Block Internet access ….….Customizable device icon and nickname *Guest network ….….Create guest network ….….Share WiFi with QR code *More Features ….….Account binding ….….4G / 5G Auto Mobile Tethering ….….Port Status ….….VPN Fusion ….….VPN Server ….….AiProtection ….….Firmware Update ….….QoS ….….Mobile Game Mode ….….DNS settings ….….VPN clients ….….Wireless settings ….….Connect with Alexa ….….Google assistant ….….Router setting backup ….….IP Binding ….….WOL (Wake-on-LAN) ….….Port forwarding (RT models)/ OpenNAT (ROG Models) ….….Schedule Reboot ….….ASUS Notice ----- SUPPORTED MODELS - All ZenWiFi line up - All 802.11ax line up - All 802.11be line up - All ROG Rapture line up - All ROG Strix line up - All TUF Gaming line up - Lyra/Lyra mini/Lyra Trio/Lyra Voice (needs to be at least 3.0.0.4.384 version) - Blue Cave - RT-AC5300 - RT-AC3100 - RT-AC88U - RT-AC3200 - RT-AC2900 - RT-AC2600 - RT-AC2400 - RT-AC2200 - RT-AC87U/R - RT-AC86U - RT-AC85U - RT-AC85P - RT-AC65P - RT-AC57U - RT-AC68U/R/P/W/UF - RT-AC65U - RT-AC1900 - RT-AC1900P/U - RT-AC1750 - RT-AC1750 B1 - RT-AC66U/R/W - RT-AC66U B1 - RT-AC66U+ - RT-AC1300UHP/ G+ - RT-AC1200 - RT-AC1200G/HP/G+/ E/ GU - RT-AC58U - RT-AC56U/R/S - RT-AC55U - RT-AC55UHP - RT-AC53 - RT-AC52U B1 - RT-AC51U/ U+ - RT-ACRH17 - RT-ACRH13 - RT-N66U/R/W/C1 - RT-N18U - RT-N19 - RT-N14UHP - RT-N12E B1/C1 - RT-N12HP B1 - RT-N12VP B1 - RT-N12+ B1 - RT-N12D1 - 4G-AC53U - 4G-AC68U - Selected DSL models [Only supports router login and partial management functions. The QIS (Quick Internet Setup) process is excluded] -DSL-AX5400 -DSL-AX82U -DSL-AC68U -DSL-AC68R -DSL-AC52U -DSL-AC55U -DSL-AC56U -DSL-AC51 -DSL-AC750 -DSL-N17U -DSL-N16 -DSL-N16P -DSL-N16U -DSL-N14U -DSL-N14U_B1 -DSL-N55U_C1 -DSL-N55U_D1 -DSL-N12U_C1 -DSL-N12U_D1 -DSL-N12E_C1 -DSL-N10_C1 -DSL-N66U ----- UNSUPPORTED MODELS: -All Cable modem models ----- New features are consistently being added. Get excited for the ASUS Router App! ----- PLEASE NOTE: Some of the features are only available on supported models or firmware later than 3.0.0.4.388.xxxxx Please visit the official ASUS website to view the latest list of supported models.
VPN Secure Proxy
Secure your internet connection with military-grade encryption and a zero-logs policy. Access fast VPN servers worldwide, change your location, and protect your data on public Wi-Fi. Includes free access to a password manager and dark web scanner.
- Unlimited fast VPN server access
- Military-grade encryption
- Zero-logs policy
- Connect up to 10 devices
- One-click connect
- Free password manager & dark web scan
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Ultra VPN gives you unlimited access to some of the fastest VPN servers all over the world. Change your location and IP address and secure your connection when connected to public WiFi hotspots! Get ultimate security with Ultra VPN, equipped with elite, military-grade encryption and backed by an explicit zero-logs policy to shield your personal information from cyber threats. Boost your security and internet protection with Ultra VPN's advanced mobile security features, ensuring safe and reliable browsing! Ultra VPN Features: • Unlimited access and fast connection to secure, premium VPN servers • 24/7 continuous device security with unlimited time, connect up to 10 devices simultaneously • One-click connect for quick access • Complete anonymity worldwide with 1800+ bare-metal VPN servers in over 125+ locations across 80+ countries • Industry-leading, military-grade security and 256-bit AES encryption from your phone to our servers • 24/7 customer support Bonus: free access to PassWatch password manager and Dark Web Scan included Try Ultra VPN for free with a no-obligation limited time trial. Monthly and annual subscription plans available. Payments are made through the App Store and subscriptions automatically renew based on your selected subscription term unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the subscription period. Once a subscription is purchased, any unused portion of a trial period will be forfeited. Terms of use: https://ultravpn.com/terms/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ASUS Router at none against VPN Secure Proxy's 10. ASUS Router also leads on ads (none vs shown). VPN Secure Proxy's advantage is review sentiment (71% vs 43%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. VPN Secure Proxy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. ASUS Router asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for ASUS Router against 4.5 for VPN Secure Proxy. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 64K and 43K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 43% of ASUS Router's written reviews are positive against 71% of VPN Secure Proxy's.
ASUS Router ships an update every 3 weeks, VPN Secure Proxy every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.
| Parameter | ASUS Router | VPN Secure Proxy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (64K ratings) — better | 4.5 (43K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 42.7% of reviews | 71.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 64K — better | 43K |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 261 MB | 124 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ASUS | Fast VPN Pro, S. DE R. L. |
Customer experience
ASUS Router
VPN Secure Proxy
User reviews
ASUS Router
From 64K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy to set up and use
- 👍 Comprehensive features
- 🔒 Robust security and parental controls
- 💡 Useful for monitoring and managing network
- 🚀 Convenient remote access
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues and app crashes
- 🔍 Limited visibility into connected devices
- 🔍 Inconsistent performance reporting
- 🔍 Confusing UI and navigation
- 🔍 Lacking advanced customization options
VPN Secure Proxy
From 43K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast and stable connection
- 🔒 Reliable security and privacy
- 👍 User-friendly and easy to use
- 💡 Helpful for accessing blocked content
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and connection issues
- 🔋 Slows down internet speed and drains battery
- 💰 Misleading free trial and subscription issues
- 🤔 Inconsistent performance across devices
Bugs and requests
ASUS Router
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inability to delete offline devices
- Parental control scheduling bugs
- Remote connection issues after updates
- Incorrect device traffic reporting
Requested features
5 requests- Add VPN management capabilities
- Improve parental control flexibility
- Provide historical network usage data
- Allow more granular device management
- Implement two-factor authentication
VPN Secure Proxy
Reported bugs
3 issues- Inability to connect to WiFi after using the VPN
- App crashes and freezes on certain devices
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel
Requested features
3 requests- Improved customer support and communication
- Expanded device and platform compatibility
- More transparent subscription and cancellation options
In-app purchases
ASUS Router
No in-app purchases
VPN Secure Proxy
- Hexatech Premium$4.991 Month
- Monthly Premium1 Month trial$8.991 Month
- Monthly Premium$8.991 Month
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- HexaTech Premium7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Hexatech VPN7 Days trial$11.991 Month
- Hexatech VPN$11.991 Month
- Monthly VPN Subscription$12.991 Month
- Hexatech Premium 1 Month$12.991 Month
- Hexatech VPN$35.991 Year
- Yearly Premium7 Days trial$79.991 Year
