iTINC vs Passepartout, VPN Client
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iTINC
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iTINC is an iOS binding and custom user interface for the secure TINC VPN protocol. Join existing tinc networks by generating invitations from your own tinc nodes. For more information on tinc, please visit their website at https://tinc-vpn.org.
Passepartout, VPN Client
Protect your online privacy with this VPN client supporting OpenVPN and WireGuard protocols. It offers advanced features like on-demand rules, secure DNS, and profile sharing, with additional functionalities available via in-app purchase.
- OpenVPN and WireGuard protocol support
- OpenVPN obfuscation
- Shortcuts automation
- On-demand rules
- iCloud profile sharing
- Secure DNS (DoH/DoT)
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Protect your online privacy with Passepartout, a smart VPN client seamlessly integrated with iOS, macOS, iPadOS, and tvOS. HOW PASSEPARTOUT WORKS Passepartout includes basic import and connection features. Additional features require an in-app purchase. INCLUDED FEATURES: - Support for OpenVPN and WireGuard protocols. - OpenVPN obfuscation (using --scramble). - Shortcuts automation for streamlined operations. - Exclude endpoints for precise control. OpenVPN support focuses on common options; compression is not supported because it is not secure. REQUIRES AN IN-APP PURCHASE: - Support for Apple TV. - On-demand rules for smart, automated connections. - iCloud sharing for seamless multi-device use. - DoH/DoT for secure DNS queries. - Domain matching for split DNS. - Export and share profiles. - Custom routing for advanced configurations. - Interactive login with support for one-time passwords (OTP). - Non-VPN profiles (e.g. DNS/Proxy-only setups). FAMILY SHARING ENABLED All purchases support Family Sharing, so you can share them with your family members. PRIVACY YOU CAN TRUST Passepartout is built with transparency and privacy in mind: - See exactly which servers you’re connecting to. - No ads, trackers, or unnecessary background activities—just the VPN connection you need. OPEN SOURCE AND COMMUNITY-DRIVEN Passepartout is open source and constantly evolving with the help of its community. Check out the project on GitHub: https://github.com/partout-io ~ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://partout.io/passepartout/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iTINC at none against Passepartout, VPN Client's 10. Passepartout, VPN Client's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. Passepartout, VPN Client sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. iTINC asks for nothing beyond the download.
iTINC ships an update every 3 months, Passepartout, VPN Client weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iTINC | Passepartout, VPN Client |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.8 (1.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 71.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TEKSOC LLC | Algoritmico Ltd |
Bugs and requests
iTINC
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Passepartout, VPN Client
Reported bugs
3 issues- Profiles not saving or loading correctly
- Connectivity issues when transitioning between cellular and Wi-Fi
- Unexpected behavior when using iCloud sync
Requested features
4 requests- Support for more VPN protocols (e.g. WireGuard)
- Ability to manually configure VPN settings (e.g. MTU, ciphers)
- Improved Apple TV integration and support
- Split-tunneling functionality
In-app purchases
iTINC
No in-app purchases
Passepartout, VPN Client
- Tiny donation$0.99
- Small donation$1.99
- Medium donation$4.99
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- Big donation$9.99
- Huge donation$24.99
- Core (iOS)$24.99
- Core (macOS)$24.99
- Apple TV$24.99
- Core (iOS/macOS)$44.99
- Forever$79.99
Questions
Is iTINC free?
Is Passepartout, VPN Client free?
Do iTINC or Passepartout, VPN Client have ads?
Which is updated more often, iTINC or Passepartout, VPN Client?
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