Comparison

Spectre VPN vs iProxy

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

Head to head
About

Spectre VPN

This app provides secure internet access using Shadowsocks and Trojan protocols. It offers strong encryption to protect your privacy from third parties and features an intuitive design for ease of use. It is available for free.

Highlights
  • Shadowsocks and Trojan protocol support
  • Strong encryption for privacy
  • Lightweight and efficient proxy
  • Intuitive and simple design
  • Free to use
Features
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A multi-protocol VPN and proxy client for your own servers. Import subscriptions, control traffic with routing rules, and connect from your Home Screen. IMPORT ONCE, KEEP SERVERS TOGETHER Add a server by scanning its QR code, pasting a link, or entering the details yourself. Import subscriptions to manage multiple nodes in one place. Check server latency before choosing a connection. CHOOSE WHAT GOES THROUGH YOUR PROXY Use Global mode for proxy routing, or Rule mode to choose which traffic connects directly and which uses your proxy. Edit your own rules or import a rule list from a URL. CONNECT FROM YOUR HOME SCREEN See the active server and connection status in the widget, then use its switch to connect or disconnect. On iOS 18 and later, add Spectre VPN to Control Center for another quick way to control your connection. USE THE PROTOCOL YOUR SERVER NEEDS - Shadowsocks and Trojan - VMess and VLESS - Hysteria2 and TUIC - SOCKS and HTTP For advanced setups, use a complete custom sing-box JSON configuration. The app interface supports 14 languages. BRING YOUR OWN SERVER Spectre does not include VPN servers or sell VPN service subscriptions. A compatible server configuration or subscription link is required.

About

iProxy

Secure your internet connection and browse anonymously. This app hides your IP address, blocks trackers, and protects your personal data. Enjoy privacy while working, traveling, or streaming content on all iOS devices.

Highlights
  • Hides IP address
  • Blocks trackers
  • Protects personal data
  • Anonymous browsing
  • Supports HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS5
  • Works with browsers and apps
Features
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iProxy: privacy and speed in one app Enjoy secure and anonymous internet browsing with iProxy! -Protestion First: iProxy hides your IP address, blocks trucks, and shields you from malicious therapies. Your personal data repair security guard. -Privacy Without Compromises: Working, traveling, or relaxing? Stay connected, stream content, and chat securely — with zero risk to your digital safety. -Compatibility & Versatility: Works on all iOS devices and supports popular protocols (HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS5). Seamlessly integrates with browsers, apps, and cloud services.

Screenshots

Spectre VPN4 screens
iProxy3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Spectre VPN at 248 against iProxy's 55. iProxy's advantage is chart position (#25 vs #80) and iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iProxy holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 248 and 55 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of Spectre VPN's written reviews are positive against 66% of iProxy's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spectre VPN ships an update every 2 weeks, iProxy weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Spectre VPN versus iProxy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpectre VPNiProxy
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (248 ratings)4.1 (55 ratings) — better
Positive reviews68.1% of reviews — better65.6% of reviews
Number of ratings248 — better55
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#80#25 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015 — better
Further details — not scored
Size136 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPassion OnlyN-Lab

Customer experience

Spectre VPN

All ratings248 ratings
Positive72.2%
Neutral4.8%
Negative23.0%
Written reviews216 reviews
Positive68.1%
Neutral5.6%
Negative26.4%

iProxy

All ratings55 ratings
Positive74.5%
Neutral5.5%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews96 reviews
Positive65.6%
Neutral10.4%
Negative24.0%

Bugs and requests

Spectre VPN

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes on iOS 12.5.5 and older
  • Incompatibility with certain devices and OS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Support for more protocols (e.g., VMess, VLESS, SSTP)
  • Server sorting by ping/latency
  • Websocket connection support
  • Manual server configuration
  • Multiple server import from clipboard

iProxy

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Spectre VPN

No in-app purchases

None

iProxy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Spectre VPN free?
Spectre VPN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iProxy free?
iProxy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Spectre VPN or iProxy?
iProxy is rated higher. Spectre VPN averages 3.9 out of 5 from 248 ratings, while iProxy averages 4.1 from 55 ratings.
Do Spectre VPN or iProxy have ads?
Neither Spectre VPN nor iProxy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Spectre VPN or iProxy?
Spectre VPN ships an update every 2 weeks, and iProxy weekly. Most recently, Spectre VPN was updated on September 24, 2026 and iProxy on September 27, 2026.
Which is more popular, Spectre VPN or iProxy?
Spectre VPN currently peaks at #80 in the App Store charts, and iProxy at #25. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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