Flyrouter vs Shield VPN
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Flyrouter
This app acts as a rule-based proxy client, capturing and redirecting all HTTP/HTTPS/TCP traffic from your device to a proxy server. It allows for detailed traffic recording, rule configuration, and network speed measurement. Additionally, it offers features like ad blocking and local DNS mapping.
- Rule-based proxy client
- Capture HTTP/HTTPS/TCP traffic
- Redirect traffic to proxy server
- Record and display network requests
- Configure rules by domain/IP
- Measure traffic usage and network speed
- Block ads by domain/user agent
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Rule based proxy app client for iPhone/iPad. Capture all HTTP/HTTPS/TCP traffic from any applications on your device,and redirect to proxy server. Record and display HTTP,HTTPS,DNS request from your iOS devices. Configure rules using domain match,domain match,IP CIDR range. Measure traffic usage and network speed on WiFi,cellular,direct and proxy connections. Block ads by domain,user agent rules. Local DNS Mapping. Work on cellular network. Perform URL rewrite.
Shield VPN
This app provides a secure and private internet connection, protecting your online activity on public Wi-Fi. It offers unlimited bandwidth and fast, stable connections with bank-grade encryption. Enjoy anonymous browsing and access global content with ease.
- Unlimited bandwidth and data
- One-tap connection
- 200+ global servers
- Public Wi-Fi security
- Bank-grade encryption
- Strict no-logs policy
- Multi-device support
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A top-tier VPN proxy providing security and privacy protection for WiFi hotspots. Enjoy private and secure surfing with unlimited traffic. Lightning-fast and stable connections comprehensively protect your online privacy! Features - Truly Unlimited: Time, data, bandwidth, all without limitations! - No registration needed, one-tap connection, ultra-fast experience! - 200+ global servers, fast and stable access to the global network. - Public Wi-Fi security guard, privacy protection with peace of mind. - Bank-grade encryption protocols (OpenVPN, IKEv2), worry-free security. - Minimalist setup, one-tap connection to VPN, easy to use. - Strict no-logs policy, ensuring your data security. - Multi-device support, one account, secure for the whole family. ▶ Anonymous Browsing, Worry-Free Security Anonymous internet access to maximize your online privacy protection. Hide your real IP address, preventing tracking by ISPs and third parties. After changing the IP address, your network connection will be encrypted and protected, worry-free security. Freely explore your favorite websites and apps, and connect securely whether using a Wi-Fi proxy or mobile hotspot. ▶ Lightning-Fast Connection, Optimized for Data-Intensive Activities (Premium Only) Enjoy a fast and stable connection experience. Premium users can experience exclusive, optimized servers for even faster speeds! Experience optimized performance for HD streaming and gaming. Provide high-speed encrypted channels for all your favorite series, movies, live sports, streaming, and gaming. (Free users can also enjoy fast connections, but premium version has greater advantages in speed and stability) ▶ Strict Privacy Policy, User First We are committed to protecting user privacy and strictly comply with local laws and regulations on online privacy protection. We have a dedicated team that regularly reviews relevant regulations to ensure the effective implementation of privacy protection measures. User privacy is paramount, worry-free security. Additional Subscription Information - Subscription may be cancelled at any time within the iTunes and App Store Apple ID Settings. All prices include applicable local sales taxes. - 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. - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. You can find more details about the privacy policy on our site: Privacy Policy: https://shieldvpn.guardgears.com/home/privacy-policy/ Terms of Services: https://shieldvpn.guardgears.com/home/terms-of-service/ Contact us Welcome to contact us! You can send feedback in the app or email us at support@guardgears.com to make suggestions or inquire about privacy issues.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Flyrouter at none against Shield VPN's 3. Flyrouter also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (79% vs 60%). Shield VPN's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). 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. Shield VPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Flyrouter asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Flyrouter against 4.6 for Shield VPN. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 188 and 503 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Flyrouter's written reviews are positive against 60% of Shield VPN's.
Flyrouter ships an update every 5 weeks, Shield VPN every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Flyrouter | Shield VPN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (188 ratings) | 4.6 (503 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 78.8% of reviews — better | 60.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 188 | 503 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 4 weeks — better |
| 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 | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 107 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Palm Juta Paradise Company Limited | GuardGear Limited |
Customer experience
Flyrouter
Shield VPN
Bugs and requests
Flyrouter
Reported bugs
15 issues- SSR and other protocols not working
- App stopped working after one week
- VPN service not stable
- Cannot connect
- Proxy none error
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- Does not work on LTE
- Dark mode display issues
- Cannot input port number 65535
- Infinite spinning at the bottom
- Connection issues on LTE
- Widget not working after subscription update
- QR code sharing to local album crashes on iOS 12
- App not updating subscriptions on launch (requested feature, but implies a bug if not working)
- Dark mode is hard to see
- Low latency and high latency are hard to recognize (all red)
Requested features
20 requests- Support Trojan protocol
- Support full protocols
- Batch adding SSR/SS links
- Add SSR:// or clipboard detection
- Fix dark mode display issues
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- Add automatic clipboard access
- Support vmess protocol
- Add global proxy option
- Support IPv6
- Add PAC mode (like Windows Shadowsocks)
- Add URL adding function
- Add auto-update subscription on launch
- Add v2ray support
- Add aes-256-gcm encryption
- Improve latency visualization (green for <50ms)
- Move subscription rules to the main interface
- Clarify experience card activation and potential fees
- Provide author information and community group
- Fix widget issue after subscription update
- Fix QR code sharing to local album crash on iOS 12
Shield VPN
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Flyrouter
No in-app purchases
Shield VPN
- 1 Week Plan3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- 1 Month Plan3 Days trial$9.991 Month
- 12 Months Plan3 Days trial$59.991 Year









