Comparison

iLock Blue vs SwanArc

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

Head to head
About

iLock Blue

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Enables Bluetooth control for the iLock Blue Series of devices. Set up new devices or reconfigure existing ones. REQUIRES: iLock Blue Controller iBeam EM Rotary Latch Contact Eberhard to place an order for these controllers and all other electro mechanical devices. www.eberhard.com

About

SwanArc

This app provides a secure networking solution for AI agents and demanding users. It offers fully encrypted tunnels, ephemeral key exchange, and zero logging for a distinctive networking experience across devices.

Highlights
  • Secure networking for AI agents
  • Ephemeral key exchange
  • Fully encrypted tunnels
  • Zero logging policy
  • Converged virtual networking
  • Native cross-device experience
Features
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Why SwanArc? More than connectivity. SwanArc brings flexible connections, privacy protection, virtual networking, and a consistent cross-platform experience together. Flexible Connections Streamlined setup and multiple connection modes enable efficient cross-region connectivity. Privacy. Period. Ephemeral key exchange, zero logs, and layered security ensure full-stack protection. Networking, Redefined More capable, yet simple—transcending traditional connectivity and security boundaries. One Experience Native on every platform, delivering a seamless and consistent networking experience. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

iLock Blue4 screens
SwanArc4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iLock Blue at none against SwanArc's 2. SwanArc's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 15 months) and device support (4 vs 1). On price 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. SwanArc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. iLock Blue asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iLock Blue ships an update every 15 months, SwanArc every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
iLock Blue versus SwanArc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriLock BlueSwanArc
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size166 MB105 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTHE EASTERN COMPANYAmia Networks Inc.

In-app purchases

None

iLock Blue

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

SwanArc

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$49.991 Year

Questions

Is iLock Blue free?
iLock Blue is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SwanArc free?
SwanArc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iLock Blue or SwanArc have ads?
Neither iLock Blue nor SwanArc shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iLock Blue or SwanArc?
iLock Blue ships an update every 15 months, and SwanArc every 2 weeks. Most recently, iLock Blue was updated on October 27, 2026 and SwanArc on October 25, 2026.

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