Comparison

Quantumult X vs Nextin

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

Head to head
About

Quantumult X

This powerful network utility allows web developers to debug HTTP traffic and modify requests/responses. It also enables users to customize proxy settings, supporting various protocols and advanced filtering for network requests.

Highlights
  • HTTP request/response debugging
  • MitM HTTP decryption
  • HTTP rewrite for traffic modification
  • Customized DNS settings
  • Shadowsocks proxy support
  • WebSocket and TLS proxying
  • Customizable network request policies
Features
Currently charting
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Quantumult completely rebuilt from scratch, and includes a lots of awesome new features! Quantumult X is a powerful network tool for web developers and users who need to customize their proxies. For web develpers: - HTTP activity can record the whole HTTP request and response including body(HTTP debug should be enabled). - The MitM HTTP decryption can work for the traffics from TUN interface(MitM should be enabled). - HTTP rewrite with URL 302/307 redirect or request header/body modification or response header/body modification(Rewrite should be enabled). - Customized DNS settings for specific domains(IPv4 or IPv6), only can be edited in configuration profile. For users who need to customize their proxies: - Supports shadowsocks proxy protocol. - Supports shadowsocks with obfs-tls or obfs-http plugins. - Supports shadowsocks over websocket and tls(server side should be deployed by v2ray-core). - Supports UDP relay if the server supports it. - Supports different policies for network request by using customized filters(host, host suffix, host keyword...). Privacy Policy: https://quantumult.app/x/privacy/ Contact Us: support@quantumult.app

About

Nextin

This tool simplifies network connection setup by automatically obtaining configurations from service providers. It supports a wide range of modern protocols and features an intuitive interface for a smooth user experience. Built-in routing rules intelligently manage traffic without manual intervention.

Highlights
  • Automatic configuration import
  • Supports VLESS, Trojan, VMess, Shadowsocks, Hysteria, TUIC
  • Clash Meta core powered
  • Intuitive SwiftUI interface
  • Built-in traffic routing rules
  • In-app support access
Features
Currently charting
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Nextin is a subscription-based configuration and connection tool designed to simplify the setup process and improve everyday usability. Users can quickly obtain a complete configuration by entering a service provider’s site identifier, or by importing a subscription URL directly, eliminating the need for any manual configuration. The app is powered by the Clash Meta core, offering strong compatibility and stable performance. It supports a wide range of modern network protocols, including: • VLESS / VLESS XTLS / Reality • Anytls • Trojan / Trojan XTLS • VMess • Shadowsocks • ShadowsocksR • Hysteria / Hysteria2 • TUIC • Masque With its advanced core and protocol support, Nextin delivers efficient connections and reliable performance across different network environments. Built with native SwiftUI, Nextin features a clean, intuitive interface and smooth interactions, ensuring a seamless user experience. The app includes a comprehensive set of built-in traffic routing rules, which intelligently handle traffic based on network conditions and usage scenarios, without requiring manual intervention. Nextin also integrates in-app support access, allowing users to directly contact their chosen service provider for assistance and inquiries, making the overall experience more convenient and streamlined. Nextin is designed to reduce complexity, enabling users to complete configuration effortlessly and enjoy a stable, smooth, and reliable experience.

Screenshots

Quantumult X4 screens
Nextin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Nextin at Free against Quantumult X's $9.99. Nextin also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Quantumult X's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and rating (3.8 vs 3.4). On ratings volume, ads, device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Nextin is free to download; Quantumult X costs $9.99 up front. Nextin sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Quantumult X asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Quantumult X holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.6K and 625 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Quantumult X's written reviews are positive against 32% of Nextin's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Quantumult X ships an update every 2 months, Nextin fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Quantumult X versus Nextin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuantumult XNextin
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating3.8 (1.6K ratings) — better3.4 (625 ratings)
Positive reviews50.1% of reviews — better32.1% of reviews
Number of ratings1.6K — better625
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid — betterSubscription
Best chart rank#16 — better#130
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB137 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCross Utility LtdNEXTIN INC

Customer experience

Quantumult X

All ratings1,642 ratings
Positive69.0%
Neutral4.9%
Negative26.1%
Written reviews377 reviews
Positive50.1%
Neutral10.3%
Negative39.5%

Nextin

All ratings625 ratings
Positive58.4%
Neutral5.4%
Negative36.2%
Written reviews140 reviews
Positive32.1%
Neutral6.4%
Negative61.4%

Bugs and requests

Quantumult X

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Issues with iOS 18 certificate installation
  • Incompatibility with system VPN
  • Rewrite and MITM functions not working as expected

Requested features

4 requests
  • Support for new protocols like Hysteria2 and VLESS
  • Remote access and node switching
  • Widgets for quick access
  • Batch speed testing for multiple nodes

Nextin

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Quantumult X

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Nextin

One-time3
  • 1000 积分$1.99
  • 3000 Coins$6.49
  • 10000 积分$20.49

Questions

Is Quantumult X free?
Quantumult X costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nextin free?
Nextin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Quantumult X or Nextin?
Quantumult X is rated higher. Quantumult X averages 3.8 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Nextin averages 3.4 from 625 ratings.
Do Quantumult X or Nextin have ads?
Neither Quantumult X nor Nextin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Quantumult X or Nextin?
Quantumult X ships an update every 2 months, and Nextin fortnightly. Most recently, Quantumult X was updated on September 24, 2026 and Nextin on September 22, 2026.
Which is more popular, Quantumult X or Nextin?
Quantumult X currently peaks at #16 in the App Store charts, and Nextin at #130. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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