Surge 5 vs CrCmd DPCC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Surge 5
This advanced network utility allows developers to intercept, process, and forward network traffic. It offers deep control over connections, including URL redirection, local file mapping, and HTTPS decryption. Ideal for debugging and network analysis.
- Network connection takeover
- Modify network requests/responses
- Forward traffic to other proxies
- Intercept and save network data
- Decrypt HTTPS traffic
- Rule-based forwarding
- Ad blocking by domain
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Surge is an advanced network toolbox and proxy utility. It is designed for developers and therefore requires professional knowledge to use. These four capabilities form the core workflow of Surge: · Takeover: Take over the network connections sent by the device. Surge supports both proxy service and virtual NIC takeover, capturing HTTP, HTTPS, TCP, and UDP traffic from any app — even those ignoring proxy settings. All features work on the cellular network. · Processing: Modify the requests and responses that have been taken over: URL rewrite, header and body rewrite, local file mapping, custom DNS answers, and JavaScript-based modification. · Forwarding: Forward requests to proxy servers, either globally or driven by a flexible rule system. Policy groups select the best server automatically by latency, availability, or learned connection quality. · Intercept: Record and inspect requests and responses, including headers and bodies, and decrypt HTTPS traffic with MITM. Highlighted Features · Proxy protocols: HTTP/HTTPS, SOCKS5, SOCKS5-TLS, HTTP2 CONNECT, TrustTunnel, Shadowsocks, Snell, Trojan, Hysteria 2, AnyTLS, and SSH, with UDP relay support. · Used as a WireGuard or Tailscale client, converting the L3 VPN into a proxy policy. · Rules based on domain match/suffix/keyword/wildcard, CIDR IP range, GeoIP, ASN, protocol, port, and logical combinations; reusable rule sets hosted locally or remotely. · Policy groups: manual selection, automatic latency testing, fallback, load balancing, and the self-learning Smart group. · Complete DNS suite: DNS-over-HTTPS, DNS-over-HTTP/3, DNS-over-QUIC, DNS-over-TLS, and concurrent queries for the fastest answer. · Local DNS mapping (equivalent to /etc/hosts) with wildcards, aliases, and per-domain DNS servers. Switch your app between production and development environments without changing any code. · Decrypt HTTPS traffic with Man-in-the-Middle and a built-in CA certificate generator. · Record and display HTTP requests and responses with JSON, text, image, and video viewers for the captured body; album mode for the request list; pre-filter for capturing. · Raw L3 packet capture. · Scripting: extend Surge with JavaScript — modify requests and responses, write custom rules, customize DNS answers, and run scheduled tasks. · Block unwanted requests by rules with high-performance pre-matching. · Measure traffic usage and network speed on Wi-Fi, cellular, and proxy connections. · Remote Dashboard: observe and debug traffic in real time from a Mac via Wi-Fi or USB, including cellular traffic. · Surge Ponte: access your home or office network remotely via your own devices, with no third-party service involved. · HTTPS proxy protocol supports client-side TLS certificate validation. · Safari extension to add rules; widgets and Information Panel for quick control. · Sync profiles across devices with iCloud Drive or Dropbox. · Full IPv6 support, TLS 1.3, HTTP/2, and QUIC. · High performance and industrial-grade stability, suitable for intensive use. Surge does not provide any proxy or VPN service; you need to configure your own servers. You may read the online manual for more information: https://nssurge.com/support Terms and Conditions: https://nssurge.com/legal/terms Privacy Policy: https://nssurge.com/legal/privacy
CrCmd DPCC
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This is a test tool for Sony cameras that allows you to connect a camera to your smartphone via USB and control it directly. CrCommand (Camera Remote Command) is Sony's PTP protocol for alfa-cameras. This app can be used as both a development tool and a sample implementation for apps built with CrCommand. The source code for this app is available on GitHub. Please use it as a reference and try developing your own iOS camera app. https://github.com/sohtamei/CrCmd.DPCC.ios DISCLAIMER Using this app to control a Sony camera may void the manufacturer’s warranty. This app must not be used for critical applications such as life-support systems or for military purposes. These restrictions are based on the terms and conditions of Sony’s library license agreement. https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/app/cameraremotecommand/licenseagreement/index.html Sony and Sohta Mei shall not be liable for any damage, including camera malfunction or failure, caused by the use of this app. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS / COMPATIBILITY This app supports CrCmd PTP-V3 and is compatible with the following cameras: for USB connection: ILCE-1M2, ILCE-1, ILCE-9M3, ILCE-9M2 ILCE-7RM5, ILCE-7RM4A, ILCE-7RM4 ILCE-7M5, ILCE-7M4, ILCE-7SM3 ILCE-7CM2, ILCE-7CR, ILCE-7C ILCE-6700, ILX-LR1 ILME-FX3(A), ILME-FX2, ILME-FX30 ZV-E1, ZV-E10M2, ZV-E10, ZV-1M2, ZV-1F, ZV-1(A) DSC-RX1RM3, DSC-RX0M2, DSC-RX100M7(A) for IP connection: ILCE-1M2, ILCE-1, ILCE-9M3, ILCE-9M2 # [Network Option] - [Access Authen. Settings] - Off # [Cnct./Remote Sht.] - [Remote Shoot Function] - [Connect without Pairing] - Enable Please note that not all cameras have been fully tested. Some models or features may not work as expected. If your smartphone uses a Lightning connector, a **Lightning to USB Camera Adapter** is required. Camera connections via Bluetooth are not supported. This app supports WLAN connections for some cameras. For more information, please visit the Sohta Mei website: http://sohta02.web.fc2.com/camera_crCmdDPCC.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CrCmd DPCC at none against Surge 5's 2. Surge 5's advantage is chart position (#7 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.2). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Surge 5 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per year. CrCmd DPCC asks for nothing beyond the download.
Surge 5 ships an update monthly, CrCmd DPCC every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Surge 5 | CrCmd DPCC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (1K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 51.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #7 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 73 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Surge Networks Inc. | nobuyoshi tomita |
In-app purchases
Surge 5
- Feature Subscription$14.991 Year
- Surge Pro$49.99
CrCmd DPCC
No in-app purchases









