# Lockdown Privacy vs SecStream VPN

The clearest difference is ads: Lockdown Privacy at none against SecStream VPN's shown. Lockdown Privacy also leads on ratings volume (9.8K vs 199). SecStream VPN's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (60% vs 32%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lockdown Privacy sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and SecStream VPN sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SecStream VPN holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lockdown Privacy has 9.8K ratings behind it against 199, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Lockdown Privacy's written reviews are positive against 60% of SecStream VPN's.

Lockdown Privacy ships an update monthly, SecStream VPN fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lockdown Privacy | SecStream VPN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (9.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockdown-privacy-adblock-vpn/id1469783711/reviews) | **[4.7 (199 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secstream-vpn/id1667555580/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.8K** | 199 |
| Positive reviews | 32.1% of reviews | **60.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 90 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CELESTIAN GOLDEN APPS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1815911753) | [Busk (PTS) Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1667555582) |

## What reviewers say

### Lockdown Privacy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockdown-privacy-adblock-vpn/id1469783711)

This app provides comprehensive privacy protection by blocking trackers and badware across all your applications. It offers both an on-device firewall to stop hidden trackers and a secure VPN to keep your data and browsing private.

**Highlights:** On-device firewall, Blocks ads and trackers in all apps, Secure VPN for private browsing, Hides IP address and location, Open source and audited, Customizable block lists

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Week of Lockdown VPN Pro | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| One Week of Lockdown VPN Pro | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Lockdown iOS Firewall Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| One Week of Lockdown VPN Pro | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| One Month of Lockdown VPN | $12.99 | per month |
| One Month of Lockdown VPN Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Lockdown iOS Firewall Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| One Year of Lockdown VPN Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| One Year of Lockdown VPN Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| One Year of Lockdown VPN Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| Lockdown Pro Annual LTO | $59.99 | per year |
| One Year of Lockdown VPN | $59.99 | per year |
| One Year of Lockdown VPN Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| One Year of Lockdown VPN Pro | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Blocks many trackers
- 🔒 Enhances privacy
- 👍 Simple to use
- 🔒 Transparent about how it works
- 🚀 Effective ad blocking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections/stability issues
- 🔋 High battery drain
- 💰 Paywall for advanced features
- 🔌 Interferes with other apps/services
- 🐛 Inconsistent blocking across devices

**Reported bugs**

- Firewall randomly turns off
- VPN forces itself to be enabled
- Blocks essential system apps

**Requested features**

- Ability to view/manage blocked connections
- Custom domain/app whitelisting
- Import/export of block lists
- Separate firewall and VPN functionality


### SecStream VPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secstream-vpn/id1667555580)

Secure your online activity and browse with confidence. This application offers advanced protection through cutting-edge encryption, ensuring your data remains private from prying eyes. Connect to premium servers for fast, reliable, and secure internet access anywhere.

**Highlights:** Online privacy solution, Cutting-edge encryption, Premium server access, Fast and secure internet, Browse with confidence

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week PRO | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Weekly PRO | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $44.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lockdown Privacy free?

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

### Is SecStream VPN free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Lockdown Privacy or SecStream VPN?

SecStream VPN is rated higher. Lockdown Privacy averages 4.3 out of 5 from 9.8K ratings, while SecStream VPN averages 4.7 from 199 ratings.

### Do Lockdown Privacy or SecStream VPN have ads?

SecStream VPN shows ads; Lockdown Privacy does not.

### Which is updated more often, Lockdown Privacy or SecStream VPN?

Lockdown Privacy ships an update monthly, and SecStream VPN fortnightly. Most recently, Lockdown Privacy was updated on September 24, 2026 and SecStream VPN on September 15, 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.*