Comparison

Cool VPN Pro vs U

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

Head to head
About

Cool VPN Pro

This app provides a secure and fast virtual private network connection for mobile devices. It offers one-tap connection, automatic reconnection, and robust encryption to protect your online activity and ensure anonymity. Enjoy buffer-free streaming and gaming with enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • One-tap VPN connection
  • 100% Secure free VPN
  • No logs kept for anonymity
  • Automatic VPN connection
  • Fastest VPN speeds
  • Secure public Wi-Fi connections
  • Stream and game without buffering
  • App-specific VPN settings
Features
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Cool VPN Pro is a free, fastest and super unlimited VPN (Virtual Private Network) wifi proxy for iPhone and iPad devices. √Reasons to choose Cool VPN Pro: ◆Simple, one tap connect to VPN Go online safely and anonymously in just one tap. ◆100% Secure free VPN The best secured free VPN clients for iPhone and iPad. ◆ No logs kept That means, that you're absolutely anonymous and protected while using our app. Your security and privacy are guaranteed! ◆ Connect automatically Set CoolVPN Free to auto-connect on WiFi, on cellular data, or stay connected to VPN online at all times. ◆Unparalleled VPN Performance Our proprietary servers ensure the fastest VPN speed, most stable and secured connections. ◆Campus Network Exclusive Secure your connection on public WiFi hotspots and at school. ◆Powerful online VPN security Protect your data and keep online activity more private with our VPN encryption. Secure your connection on public Wi-Fi hotspots and browse more anonymously wherever you go. ◆Streaming and gaming Streaming and gaming with super fast VPN, opera news, stream videos, live sports and TV shows on YouTube, Netflix without buffering. ◆Apps Bypass Settings You can allow specific apps to use the VPN service and other apps to use your original network. Stay with us! Stay free, secure, and anonymous while surfing the Internet with VPN - Super Unlimited Proxy. ◆Add Subscription details: - Your Apple ID account will be charged on the last day of your free trial. - Your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each billing period unless it is canceled least 24 hours before the expiry date. - You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period,will be forfeited when you purchase a subscerption. Terms of use: https://coolvpn.cc/terms_of_use.html Privacy Policy: https://coolvpn.cc/privacy_policy.html

About

U

Connect to a VPN with a single tap to browse the web anonymously. This app automatically hides your real location and IP address, offering free privacy protection. Upgrade for unlimited access, faster speeds, and more stable connections.

Highlights
  • One-tap VPN connection
  • Anonymous web surfing
  • Automatic IP and location hiding
  • Free privacy protection
  • Global server network
  • Unlimited access (Premium)
  • Faster speeds (Premium)
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One tap to connect VPN to start web surfing anonymously. - No registration or login required. - Hide your real location and real ip automatically. - Free connection and privacy protection. U-VPN offers large VPN coverage from more than 10 countries including US, UK, JP, IN, AU, CA and more! Simply upgrade to Premium for more features! - Unlimited access - Faster speed - More stable VPN connections. U-VPN is free to download and offers 7-days trials for monthly subscriptions. We offer two auto-renewing subscription options: - 1 month: $7.99 - 1 year: $35.99 ($2.99/month) - Offer limited to one 7 day trial per user. After the first 7 days, subscription renews automatically unless cancelled before the end of the 7 day trial. Subscription may be cancelled at any time within the iTunes and App Store Apple ID Settings. All prices include applicable local sales taxes - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/vpnglobal/home/privacypolicy Terms of Service: https://sites.google.com/view/vpnglobal/home/termsofservice

Screenshots

Cool VPN Pro4 screens
U3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Cool VPN Pro at 42K against U's 196. Cool VPN Pro also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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

Both are free to download. Cool VPN Pro sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and U sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cool VPN Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cool VPN Pro has 42K ratings behind it against 196, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Cool VPN Pro's written reviews are positive against 70% of U's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cool VPN Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, U fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Cool VPN Pro versus U: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCool VPN ProU
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (42K ratings) — better4.4 (196 ratings)
Positive reviews76.1% of reviews — better70.3% of reviews
Number of ratings42K — better196
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size170 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCTECH GLOBAL PTE LTDNETDGR LIMITED

Customer experience

Cool VPN Pro

All ratings40,094 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral2.7%
Negative4.4%
Written reviews188 reviews
Positive76.1%
Neutral4.8%
Negative19.1%

U

All ratings198 ratings
Positive84.8%
Neutral2.0%
Negative13.1%
Written reviews64 reviews
Positive70.3%
Neutral1.6%
Negative28.1%

User reviews

Cool VPN Pro

From 42K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💡 Useful for bypassing censorship
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast connection speeds
  • 👍 Excellent for making WhatsApp calls

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connection issues
  • 🐛 Doesn't work after updates
  • 🐛 Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
  • 🐛 Unreliable performance in certain regions

U

From 196 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and smooth connection speeds
  • 🔒 Good security and privacy protection
  • 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
  • 💰 Free version available without mandatory subscription
  • 🌍 Multiple server locations to choose from

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connection failures and timeout issues
  • 📵 App doesn't work or connect properly
  • 📺 Excessive ads and advertisements
  • 💳 Billing issues and unauthorized charges
  • 🔌 Unstable and unreliable connections

Bugs and requests

Cool VPN Pro

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Connection failures
  • Inability to close app notification
  • Subscription issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Expand server locations
  • Improve stability and reliability
  • Provide better customer support

U

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • App fails to connect despite multiple attempts
  • Connection stuck on 'connecting' indefinitely
  • Credit exchange fails after watching ads
  • Subscription charges continue after cancellation
  • Connection button unresponsive or non-functional
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  • Ping speeds shown are fake or inaccurate
  • iOS version doesn't work at all

Requested features

4 requests
  • Remove or reduce mainland China restrictions
  • Improve connection stability and reliability
  • Reduce number of advertisements
  • Better refund and customer service policies

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Cool VPN Pro

Subscriptions9
  • 1 Weekly VIP Plan$1.997 Days
  • 1 Monthly VIP Plan1 Month trial$3.991 Month
  • 1 Monthly VIP Plan$3.991 Month
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  • 1 Weekly VIP Plan$4.997 Days
  • 1 Monthly VIP Plan3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • 1 Monthly VIP Plan3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • 1 Quarterly VIP Plan3 Days trial$16.993 Months
  • 1 Yearly VIP Plan7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • 1 Yearly VIP Plan7 Days trial$95.991 Year
One-time1
  • 7 Day VIP$2.99
2 purchases

U

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Subscription7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Premium Subscription7 Days trial$35.991 Year

Questions

Is Cool VPN Pro free?
Cool VPN Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is U free?
U is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cool VPN Pro or U?
Cool VPN Pro is rated higher. Cool VPN Pro averages 4.7 out of 5 from 42K ratings, while U averages 4.4 from 196 ratings.
Do Cool VPN Pro or U have ads?
Both Cool VPN Pro and U show ads.
Which is updated more often, Cool VPN Pro or U?
Cool VPN Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and U fortnightly. Most recently, Cool VPN Pro was updated on November 6, 2026 and U on November 3, 2026.

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