# LinkCN vs VPN

LinkCN and VPN both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 92% of VPN's written reviews are positive against 33% of LinkCN's. LinkCN's advantage is ratings volume (740 vs 38) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LinkCN sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days and VPN sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for LinkCN against 4.4 for VPN. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LinkCN has 740 ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of LinkCN's written reviews are positive against 92% of VPN's.

LinkCN ships an update every 6 weeks, VPN every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LinkCN | VPN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (740 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linkcn/id1397769922/reviews)** | [4.4 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vpn-flashback-guiyan/id1535425717/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **740** | 38 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **92.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 93 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [郑州珑凌科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1173160545) | [HUABO TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1522807914) |

## What reviewers say

### LinkCN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linkcn/id1397769922)

This app provides a fast and stable connection for users abroad to access Chinese platforms. It supports gaming, music, video streaming, and more with a simple one-click acceleration. Ideal for overseas Chinese, students, and business travelers.

**Highlights:** One-click acceleration, Financial-grade dedicated lines, Access to Chinese games, Access to Chinese music and video, Supports multiple devices, 7-day unconditional refund

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic 7 days Auto Renewal | $2.49 | per 7 days |
| Advanced 7 days Auto Renewal | $5.49 | per 7 days |
| Basic 1 month Auto Renewal | $5.99 | per month |
| Advanced 1 month Auto Renewal | $9.99 | per month |
| Basic 3 months Auto Renewal | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Basic 7 days | $2.99 | one-time |
| Basic 1 month | $7.99 | one-time |
| Basic 3 months | $14.99 | one-time |
| Advanced 1 month | $17.99 | one-time |
| Advanced 3 months | $17.99 | one-time |
| Basic 6 months | $24.99 | one-time |
| Basic 1 year | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Secure and reliable
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Innovative features
- 🎮 Improves gaming experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and disconnections
- 🔋 High data and battery consumption
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🤖 Poor customer support
- 🤔 Inconsistent performance

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- Unexpected app shutdowns
- Inaccurate data usage tracking
- Unreliable server connections

**Requested features**

- More free trial days
- Ability to choose server locations
- Improved stability and reliability
- Faster connection speeds
- Easier subscription management


### VPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vpn-flashback-guiyan/id1535425717)

Access Chinese websites and applications from overseas with a fast, secure, and stable connection. Optimized for popular streaming services, games, and music apps, it ensures a smooth cross-border experience with advanced encryption and dedicated support.

**Highlights:** One-click acceleration for Chinese apps and games, Dedicated IP usage lines, Supports 4G, 5G, and WiFi networks, Stable acceleration for streaming, gaming, and business, Multiple encryption technologies for security and privacy, Supports multiple device logins, 24/7 customer service

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| First order offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Value Package-Monthly Pass | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1 Week Plan | $2.99 | one-time |
| 娱乐版-月卡 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 商业版-月卡 | $6.99 | one-time |
| 1 Month Plan | $8.99 | one-time |
| 至尊版-月卡 | $11.99 | one-time |
| 娱乐版-半年卡 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 至尊版-半年卡 | $59.99 | one-time |
| 商业版-年卡 | $64.99 | one-time |
| 娱乐版-年卡 | $79.99 | one-time |
| 至尊版-年卡 | $119.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and stable connection
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🔒 Reliable security
- 💡 Useful for bypassing geo-restrictions
- 🎮 Can be used for gaming

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connection drops or lags
- 🔋 Concerns about battery drain
- 💰 Paid subscription may be expensive for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Automatic logout issues
- Inconsistent performance across platforms

**Requested features**

- Expand server locations
- Add more free trial days
- Improve compatibility with older devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LinkCN free?

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

### Is VPN free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LinkCN or VPN?

LinkCN is rated higher. LinkCN averages 4.5 out of 5 from 740 ratings, while VPN averages 4.4 from 38 ratings.

### Do LinkCN or VPN have ads?

Both LinkCN and VPN show ads.

### Which is updated more often, LinkCN or VPN?

LinkCN ships an update every 6 weeks, and VPN every 5 weeks. Most recently, LinkCN was updated on October 24, 2026 and VPN on October 21, 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.*