# VPN vs HaloVPN

VPN and HaloVPN both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 74% of HaloVPN's written reviews are positive against 37% of VPN's. HaloVPN also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). VPN's advantage is ratings volume (79K vs 16K) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VPN sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and HaloVPN sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for VPN against 4.7 for HaloVPN. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VPN has 79K ratings behind it against 16K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 37% of VPN's written reviews are positive against 74% of HaloVPN's.

VPN ships an update every 2 months, HaloVPN every 4 days. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | VPN | HaloVPN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (79K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vpn-proxy-master/id1456731716/reviews) | **[4.7 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/halovpn-fast-secure-vpn/id1495112322/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **79K** | 16K |
| Positive reviews | 37.0% of reviews | **73.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 26 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dream Downloader Infotech Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1126686428) | [Halo Online Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1495112321) |

## What reviewers say

### VPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vpn-proxy-master/id1456731716)

This app provides a secure and private internet connection for your iPhone and iPad. It encrypts your network, shields you from online threats, and allows anonymous browsing with global server access. Enjoy faster speeds and unrestricted access to content.

**Highlights:** Unlimited VPN data, Global server locations, No registration required, Hide IP address, Faster connection speeds, Anonymous web browsing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VPN VIP | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| VPN VIP | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| VPN VIP | $9.99 | per month |
| VPN VIP | $11.99 | per month |
| VPN VIP | $11.99 | per month |
| VPN VIP | $11.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| VPN for iPhone | $49.99 | per year |
| VPN VIP | $71.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and useful
- 🔒 Secure and private browsing
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Helpful for school/work

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 💰 Paywall for full functionality
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- ⚠️ Unreliable connection

**Reported bugs**

- Login/subscription issues
- Inconsistent performance
- Inability to unsubscribe

**Requested features**

- Add more server locations
- Improve stability and reliability
- Provide a free version with limited features
- Simplify subscription management


### HaloVPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/halovpn-fast-secure-vpn/id1495112322)

Securely connect to the internet with a single tap. Protect your connection on public Wi-Fi and mask your IP address. Access servers worldwide and manage your VPN status easily.

**Highlights:** One-tap connection, Smart Connect feature, Search servers by country/city, Public Wi-Fi protection, IP address masking, Always-on VPN, Kill Switch

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Plan | $7.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| 6 Months Plan | $27.99 | per 6 months |
| 12 Months Plan | $47.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Subscription | $47.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and stable connection
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 💰 Free and affordable
- 🌍 Wide range of server locations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of advanced features
- 📢 Too many ads
- 🔌 Disconnection issues
- 🇨🇳 Doesn't work in certain regions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or fails to launch
- Connectivity problems
- Incorrect location detection

**Requested features**

- More server locations
- Ability to bypass content restrictions
- Improved stability and reliability
- Better customer support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VPN free?

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

### Is HaloVPN free?

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

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

HaloVPN is rated higher. VPN averages 4.6 out of 5 from 79K ratings, while HaloVPN averages 4.7 from 16K ratings.

### Do VPN or HaloVPN have ads?

Both VPN and HaloVPN show ads.

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

VPN ships an update every 2 months, and HaloVPN every 4 days. Most recently, VPN was updated on November 11, 2026 and HaloVPN on November 11, 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.*