Comparison

Brook.app vs SSH VPN

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Brook.app

This cross-platform network tool requires server deployment. A paid subscription offers enhanced features to support ongoing development and project continuity.

Highlights
  • Cross-platform network tool
  • Client-server software
  • Server deployment required
  • Paid subscription for advanced features
  • Supports project continuity
Features
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Brook - Brook is a cross-platform network tool - Brook is client-server software, you need to deploy the server: https://github.com/txthinking/brook Brook Plus - Brook Plus is a paid option that allows paying users access to more generous features, allowing us to continue to sustain the continuity of this project. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - You can manage subscription in App Store Setting. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Service: https://www.txthinking.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.txthinking.com/privacy.html About Brook Plus - Even with the free version of Brook, normal use is possible - Brook Plus is a paid option that allows paying users access to more generous features, allowing us to continue to sustain the continuity of this project

About

SSH VPN

This VPN app offers secure tunneling via SSH with UDP Gateway support and port forwarding. It allows sharing network connections and provides Wi-Fi security on public hotspots. The app is designed for stealth, stability, and minimal resource usage.

Highlights
  • Port Forwarding
  • Share socks and http over Network/LAN
  • SSH tunneling with UDP Gateway
  • Wi-Fi Security on Public Hotspots
  • Minimalist and low RAM usage
  • Stealth and stable connection
Features
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SSH VPN is a VPN app that can tunnel SSH via DNS with UDP Gateway (UDPGW) support And Port Forwarding. Simple and Easy Tunneling VPN with our VPN Client App. Features: - Port Forwarding - Share socks and http over Network - Share socks and http over Lan - Minimalist, no exaggerations - Low RAM usage. - Stealth and stable, no need to log in and register, easy to use - Does not save any user log information - Wi-Fi Security when using Public Hotspots - Protect your network IP and privacy security - Unmatched network speed and performance Terms of Services: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://hexasoftware.dev/ssh-vpn-ios/ Using SSH VPN for tunneling your internet connection does not guarantee to increase your internet speed it always depends on your network provider.

Screenshots

Brook.app4 screens
SSH VPN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Brook.app at 4.3 against SSH VPN's 3.8. Brook.app also leads on chart position (#140 vs unranked) and ratings volume (177 vs 25). SSH VPN's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Brook.app sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and SSH VPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Brook.app holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brook.app has 177 ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Brook.app's written reviews are positive against 77% of SSH VPN's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Brook.app ships an update every 6 weeks, SSH VPN every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Brook.app versus SSH VPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrook.appSSH VPN
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (177 ratings) — better3.8 (25 ratings)
Positive reviews83.7% of reviews — better77.3% of reviews
Number of ratings177 — better25
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#140 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB23 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTxThinking, Inc.Hexa Software

Customer experience

Brook.app

All ratings177 ratings
Positive80.2%
Neutral10.2%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews104 reviews
Positive83.7%
Neutral5.8%
Negative10.6%

SSH VPN

All ratings19 ratings
Positive63.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative36.8%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive77.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.7%

Bugs and requests

Brook.app

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Frequent unexpected disconnections
  • VPN process killed in background
  • iOS 12.1 connection failures
  • Connection button shows connected but not actually connected
  • App crashes without warning
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  • Incompatibility with iOS versions below 10
  • Whitelist mode auto-disconnect issues
  • Push notifications not received while connected
  • Safari works but Instagram/YouTube don't
  • Slow performance after recent updates

Requested features

9 requests
  • Server naming and alias functionality
  • Auto-connect feature
  • Global proxy toggle button
  • Mac application version
  • VPN support
Show 4 more
  • Background App Refresh support
  • iOS 9 support
  • Improved whitelist mode stability
  • Better app-specific proxy support

SSH VPN

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Brook.app

Subscriptions2
  • Brook Plus$1.991 Month
  • Brook Plus$49.991 Year
3 purchases

SSH VPN

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Annually3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro - One-Time$24.99

Questions

Is Brook.app free?
Brook.app is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SSH VPN free?
SSH VPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Brook.app or SSH VPN?
Brook.app is rated higher. Brook.app averages 4.3 out of 5 from 177 ratings, while SSH VPN averages 3.8 from 25 ratings.
Do Brook.app or SSH VPN have ads?
Neither Brook.app nor SSH VPN shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Brook.app or SSH VPN?
Brook.app ships an update every 6 weeks, and SSH VPN every 2 weeks. Most recently, Brook.app was updated on October 21, 2026 and SSH VPN on October 22, 2026.

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