Comparison

Potatso vs LeapVPN

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

Head to head
About

Potatso

This powerful network tool enhances your mobile experience by creating a clean network environment. It supports various proxy protocols and offers smart routing rules to optimize data usage and speed, making it suitable for both new and experienced users.

Highlights
  • Supports Shadowsocks, ShadowsocksR, Socks, HTTP(s) proxy
  • Seamless background operation
  • Works on cellular data and Wi-Fi
  • Custom DNS support
  • Smart routing rules for Chinese users
  • QR code, URI, and manual input for proxies
Features
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Potatso is a Mihomo (Clash) compatible network proxy tool for iPhone and iPad. Import your servers or subscriptions, choose how your traffic is routed, and keep an eye on your connections. == Multiple Proxy Protocols == Manage servers using Shadowsocks, ShadowsocksR, HTTP(S), SOCKS5 (including TLS), VLESS (including Reality), VMess, Trojan, Hysteria2, AnyTLS, and Snell. == Imports and Subscriptions == Import through links, files, or QR codes, or add servers manually. Bring in supported servers, policy groups, rules, and DNS settings from Clash/Mihomo, V2Ray/Xray, and Surge configurations. Check the import preview for compatibility details. Keep subscriptions and remote resources up to date with automatic updates, while retaining your local changes to subscribed configurations. == Flexible Routing == Switch between Rule, Global, and Direct modes. Select nodes manually or let policy groups choose automatically. Add custom rules, install community rule sets, and manage GeoIP/GeoSite data to route traffic to suit your setup. == Live Connection Details == See upload and download speeds, traffic charts, and active connections, including their matched rules and proxy chains. == Custom DNS == Configure DNS servers and domain-based resolution policies, with support for DNS over HTTPS and DNS over TLS. == Widgets and Quick Controls == Check connection status, control your connection, and switch between available nodes from Home Screen widgets. On iOS 18 and later, use the Control Center connection toggle. == Potatso Pro == Pro lets you create multiple profiles, run node latency tests, and remove ads. Choose a monthly or yearly subscription, or a one-time lifetime purchase. Prices are shown in the app. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and renewal is charged within 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple Account settings. == Before You Connect == Potatso does not provide proxy servers. Use your own servers or an existing proxy subscription. == Privacy Policy == https://www.potatso.com/docs/privacy == Terms of Use == https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ == Feedback and Support == hi@potatso.com

About

LeapVPN

Encrypt your data with military-grade security and maintain complete online anonymity. Enjoy ultra-fast, unlimited VPN access with a simple one-tap connection. Protect your privacy on public Wi-Fi and browse the internet safely and anonymously.

Highlights
  • Military-grade encryption
  • Complete online anonymity
  • Ultra-fast 4K streaming
  • One-tap VPN connection
  • No registration required
  • No logs saved
  • Public Wi-Fi protection
Features
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With LeapVPN your data will be encrypted with military-grade security and your online activities will remain completely anonymous. ► DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF LeapVPN: * 100% privacy protection, no email or phone required * Ultra fast, support 4K video streaming * Ultra secure, all data is encrypted with military-grade security * Simple, one tap connect to VPN * Automatically connects you to the fastest VPN server ► Features: * Unlimited time, unlimited speed * No registration or login required * No Log is saved from any users * Simple, one tap connect to VPN * Protect your security and privacy * Enhance your online privacy and enable you to safely and anonymously browse the Internet * Protect you when using a public WiFi hotspot * Support for multiple devices for the same account * Support multiple global locations ► Subscriptions: You can be a premium user through auto-renewing subscription: 12-Month Plan, $47.99/year 1-Month Plan, $9.99/Month * 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 * Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase * You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription setting through your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 for more information * You may turn off the auto-renewal of your subscription via your iTunes Account Settings. However, you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period * Any unused portion of a free-trial period, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription ►Privacy Policy: * We DO NOT collect or store any user data. * We DO NOT share any user data with third-party. * We DO NOT integrate with any third-party advertising platform. Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below. Privacy Policy: https://www.leapmobile.cloud/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.leapmobile.cloud/termofuse

Screenshots

Potatso4 screens
LeapVPN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Potatso at free with in-app purchases against LeapVPN's subscription. Potatso also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 4 weeks). LeapVPN's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. Potatso sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and LeapVPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LeapVPN holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.3K and 4.4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Potatso's written reviews are positive against 62% of LeapVPN's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Potatso ships an update every 5 days, LeapVPN every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Potatso versus LeapVPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPotatsoLeapVPN
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (6.3K ratings)4.7 (4.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews58.2% of reviews61.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6.3K — better4.4K
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size174 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPotatso Lab LTDLEAP MOBILE LLC

Customer experience

Potatso

All ratings6,284 ratings
Positive85.2%
Neutral3.6%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews498 reviews
Positive58.2%
Neutral9.0%
Negative32.7%

LeapVPN

All ratings4,346 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral1.7%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews302 reviews
Positive61.9%
Neutral2.0%
Negative36.1%

User reviews

Potatso

From 6.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Efficient and stable
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🔒 Secure connection
  • 💰 Free to use

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional disconnections
  • 🔌 Compatibility issues with iOS 15
  • 📈 Lacks speed/latency testing
  • 🗑️ Difficult to delete proxies

LeapVPN

From 4.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and stable
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 💡 Good value for money
  • 🔒 Secure connection

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable connection
  • 🔋 High data usage
  • 👎 Poor customer support
  • 🚫 Incompatible with some platforms

Bugs and requests

Potatso

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Subscription links not working
  • Smart routing mode causing issues
  • Frequent disconnections on cellular network

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for V2Ray protocol
  • Implement a 'delete all proxies' feature
  • Introduce a speed/latency test option
  • Provide macOS version

LeapVPN

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Frequent disconnections
  • Inability to log out or delete account

Requested features

3 requests
  • Expand server locations
  • Add more streaming service support
  • Improve app stability

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Potatso

Subscriptions4
  • Potatso Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Pro - Ad-Free Experience$5.991 Year
  • Potatso Pro Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year
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  • Potatso Pro Yearly Offer1 Year trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Potatso Pro Lifetime$44.99
3 purchases

LeapVPN

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly VPN subscription2 variants$12.991 Month
  • 12-Month Plan$69.991 Year
  • 12-month plan7 Days trial$69.991 Year

Questions

Is Potatso free?
Potatso is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LeapVPN free?
LeapVPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Potatso or LeapVPN?
LeapVPN is rated higher. Potatso averages 4.4 out of 5 from 6.3K ratings, while LeapVPN averages 4.7 from 4.4K ratings.
Do Potatso or LeapVPN have ads?
Potatso shows ads; LeapVPN does not.
Which is updated more often, Potatso or LeapVPN?
Potatso ships an update every 5 days, and LeapVPN every 4 weeks. Most recently, Potatso was updated on November 6, 2026 and LeapVPN on November 7, 2026.

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