SSTP Connect vs CheatVPN
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SSTP Connect
This app acts as a VPN client supporting SSTP and SoftEther VPN protocols. It offers a simple, private, and secure connection experience using native iOS libraries. Easily import and export connection settings for various server platforms.
- SSTP and SoftEther VPN protocol support
- Native iOS libraries for core functions
- No ads or analytics
- Password and certificate authentication
- IPv6 connection support
- Easy import/export of connection settings
- Static route configuration
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SSTP Connect is a VPN client that supports these protocols: - SSTP (MS-SSTP) - SoftEther VPN This is only a VPN client. No VPN service is included. You need to specify the server you are connecting to. • Native Only iOS native libraries are used in the core function, including the TLS stack. No OpenSSL. Connections are saved natively so that you can start a connection from the system settings. • Simple VPN clients ought to be small and simple. No ads, analytics or other 3rd-party SDK are included. • Privacy No data is collected from you. Connection log only exists in the memory and is never saved to the device. • Complete Support all password and certificate-based authentications available in Windows 11. Support authenticating by password and certificate at the same time with TEAP (EAP chaining). Protocol details below. • Security Passwords and certificates are stored in the iOS keychain. SSTP Connect never saves them locally for convenience. • IPv6 Ready Support both IPv6 connections and stateless IPv6 configuration in the VPN tunnels. (DHCPv6 not supported) • More than TCP Support NAT traversal (NAT-T) and UDP acceleration just like the official SoftEther client. • Easy Import and Export Not only from SSTP Connect, reading connection settings from SoftEther Client Manager is also a piece of cake. • Routing Accept static routes pushed from the server or add your own entries. SSTP Authentication Methods - PEAP - EAP-TTLS - TEAP (EAP chaining) - EAP-TLS - EAP-MSCHAPv2 - MSCHAPv2 - CHAP - PAP SoftEther Authentication Methods - Password - RADIUS / NT Domain Password - Certificate - Anonymous Supported Server Platforms • Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and later • Microsoft Azure P2S VPN • MikroTik RouterOS* • SoftEther VPN Server • VPN Azure * Servers configured without certificates are not supported. SSTP Connect is a third-party implementation based on Microsoft Open Specifications and SoftEther VPN source code. We do not have any affiliation with either Microsoft Corporation or SoftEther Corporation.
CheatVPN
This app provides a secure and private internet connection for your Apple devices. It offers features like app-specific VPNs, consistent public IPs, and obfuscated traffic. Enjoy ultra-speed connections, extended battery life, and free streaming on select servers.
- App-specific VPN connections
- Consistent public IP
- Obfuscated traffic
- Ultra-speed connections
- Free streaming on Mumbai servers
- Worldwide server network
- Strict no-log policy
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Secure Your Digital Life with Cheat VPN: Fully Integrated with iOS, MacOS Key Features: Tailored VPN for selected apps. Consistent VPN public IP. Obfuscated traffic for enhanced privacy. Dedicated VPN client for iPad users. Dedicated VPN client for MacBook users. Ultra-speed and low-latency connections. Specific VPN connection options for apps. Free Spotify streaming on Mumbai servers. Extended battery life during continuous VPN use. Worldwide VPN server network. Optimized VPN for streaming. Access to free VPN servers. Unmatched Privacy: Fully anonymous VPN connections. Robust security across all networks. Strict no log policy for all VPN servers. No private data collection in the app. Universal Device Support: Compatible with iPhones and iPads, iOS 15, 16, 17, MacBook (M1,M2,M3). One VPN account secures all connected devices. Ideal for office, school, home, and public networks. Forever Free VPN servers: Auto-connect to the optimal VPN server. Freedom to select any available VPN region. Choose specific VPN servers. Permanent public IP option. Easy Setup and Support: One-click VPN connection. 24/7 live chat and email support. Subscription Details: Start with a no-commitment free trial. Billing through iTunes Account. Easy subscription management in Account Settings. Enhance your online experience with Cheat VPN, where security meets convenience. Application link: https://www.cheatvpn.com/ Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy URL: https://www.cheatvpn.com/privacypolicy.html#privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: CheatVPN at Free against SSTP Connect's $2.99. SSTP Connect's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (82% vs 62%). On rating, 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
CheatVPN is free to download; SSTP Connect costs $2.99 up front. CheatVPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. SSTP Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.
SSTP Connect holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SSTP Connect has 1.1K ratings behind it against 94, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of SSTP Connect's written reviews are positive against 62% of CheatVPN's.
SSTP Connect ships an update fortnightly, CheatVPN every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and August 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SSTP Connect | CheatVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.8 (1.1K ratings) — better | 4.6 (94 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 82.0% of reviews — better | 61.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | 94 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Freemium — better |
| Best chart rank | #184 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 131 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Domosekai Limited | Cheat VPN |
Customer experience
SSTP Connect
CheatVPN
Bugs and requests
SSTP Connect
Reported bugs
5 issues- Softether protocol not working after updates
- Crashes and freezes when editing/adding profiles
- Compatibility issues with older iOS devices
- Safari issues after disconnecting from VPN
- Connection failures with 'not a valid SSTP server' error
Requested features
7 requests- Add support for more VPN protocols (PPTP, QUIC, etc.)
- Improve TLS 1.3 support
- Add option to disable TLS 1.2
- Implement unlimited reconnect attempts
- Add widget for quick on/off connection
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- Support for self-signed client certificates
- Improve SNI support for censorship bypass
CheatVPN
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SSTP Connect
No in-app purchases
CheatVPN
- Cheat VPN - Monthly plan3 Days trial$7.991 Month
- Cheat VPN - Three month plan$19.993 Months
- Cheat VPN - Yearly plan$59.991 Year









