# LiveCall vs ProtectVPN

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ProtectVPN at 48% against LiveCall's 0%. ProtectVPN also leads on rating (3.8 vs 2.3) and ratings volume (205 vs 3). LiveCall's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ProtectVPN sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. LiveCall asks for nothing beyond the download.

ProtectVPN holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ProtectVPN has 205 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of LiveCall's written reviews are positive against 48% of ProtectVPN's.

LiveCall ships an update every 2 months, ProtectVPN every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LiveCall | ProtectVPN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/livecall/id1133120832/reviews) | **[3.8 (205 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/protectvpn-fast-and-safe/id1378005448/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **205** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **47.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 53 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Spinshell Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/424539964) | [Gosenville Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1840714421) |

## What reviewers say

### LiveCall

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/livecall/id1133120832)

Facilitate instant video communication with customers directly from your website. Customers can initiate calls by scanning a QR code or clicking a link, allowing operators to receive and manage these video interactions in real-time.

**Highlights:** Instant video communication, QR code initiation, Website link integration, Operator login, Real-time call management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### ProtectVPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/protectvpn-fast-and-safe/id1378005448)

This app provides a secure and fast internet connection using updated VPN protocols. It offers unlimited usage, a no-logs policy for privacy, and 24/7 live support. Users can explore free locations and benefit from a 7-day free trial of premium servers.

**Highlights:** Unlimited usage, Super-fast servers, No logs kept, Updated VPN protocols, 24/7 live support, Free locations

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $4.49 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Weekly VPN | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Month Subscription | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Monthly VPN | $24.99 | per month |
| 3 Months VPN | $49.99 | per 3 months |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fast and easy to use
- 🚀 Super fast speed
- 🔒 Good protection
- 👍 Best VPN for School WiFi
- 👍 Good product looks ok so far

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Charged immediately for free trial
- 💸 Predatory billing practices
- 💸 Scam, took money
- 💸 False advertising of free trial
- 💸 No customer support

**Reported bugs**

- App makes iPhone unable to uninstall apps
- App acts like a virus on your device
- No way to contact support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LiveCall free?

LiveCall is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ProtectVPN free?

ProtectVPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LiveCall or ProtectVPN?

ProtectVPN is rated higher. LiveCall averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while ProtectVPN averages 3.8 from 205 ratings.

### Do LiveCall or ProtectVPN have ads?

Neither LiveCall nor ProtectVPN shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LiveCall or ProtectVPN?

LiveCall ships an update every 2 months, and ProtectVPN every 4 months. Most recently, LiveCall was updated on October 24, 2026 and ProtectVPN on October 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*