Comparison

SSTP Connect vs Streisand

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
Currently charting
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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.

About

Streisand

This application provides a flexible client for managing proxy servers with a user-friendly interface. It supports a wide range of protocols and offers advanced features like rule-based setup and custom DNS. Your network activity data remains private on your device.

Highlights
  • Rule-based proxy setup
  • Compatibility with various protocols
  • Custom DNS support
  • VLESS (Reality)
  • VMess
  • Trojan
  • Shadowsocks
Features
Currently charting
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Streisand is an app that helps you use proxy servers. It has a user-friendly interface and useful features. Key features: 1. Rule-based Proxy Setup. 2. Compatibility with Various Protocols. 3. Custom DNS Support. Supported Protocols: - VLESS(Reality) - VMess - Trojan - Shadowsocks - Socks - SSH - Hysteria(V2) - TUIC - Wireguard This app doesn't collect your network activity data. All your data stays on your device and is never uploaded to our server. Please note that this application does not offer VPN services for sale. You need to create or purchase your own servers. Also, make sure to follow local laws while using this app. Terms of Services: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://streisand.pages.dev/privacy-policy

Screenshots

SSTP Connect3 screens
Streisand4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Streisand at Free against SSTP Connect's $2.99. SSTP Connect's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (82% vs 55%). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Streisand is free to download; SSTP Connect costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SSTP Connect holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 2.1K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of SSTP Connect's written reviews are positive against 55% of Streisand's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SSTP Connect ships an update fortnightly, Streisand every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
SSTP Connect versus Streisand: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSSTP ConnectStreisand
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (1.1K ratings) — better4.4 (2.1K ratings)
Positive reviews82.0% of reviews — better54.8% of reviews
Number of ratings1.1K2.1K — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#106 — better#202
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB181 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDomosekai LimitedARCADIA ODYSSEY INC.

Customer experience

SSTP Connect

All ratings1,070 ratings
Positive94.2%
Neutral2.0%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews100 reviews
Positive82.0%
Neutral3.0%
Negative15.0%

Streisand

All ratings2,055 ratings
Positive83.2%
Neutral4.6%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews310 reviews
Positive54.8%
Neutral13.5%
Negative31.6%

User reviews

SSTP Connect

From 1.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Works well with SSTP and SoftEther VPN
  • 🚀 Stable and fast connection
  • 💡 Good customization options
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Reliable for remote desktop access

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Soft Ether profile corruption issues
  • 🐛 Disconnection issues after updates
  • 🐛 Unreliable auto-reconnect feature
  • 🐛 Softether protocol not working in some cases
  • 🐛 Long disconnect time

Streisand

From 2.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth, fast, and user-friendly
  • 👍 Great UI and intuitive design
  • 🔒 Robust security features
  • 🔥 Cutting-edge protocols and features
  • 💯 Reliable and stable performance

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and connection issues
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 📢 Disruptive ads
  • 🤔 Confusing UI elements (start/stop buttons)
  • 🔍 Latency test not working on custom configs

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

Streisand

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Incompatibility with iOS 17
  • Inability to edit local profiles after first edit
  • Notification issues (blocking app notifications)
  • Connectivity problems with certain apps (Instagram, WhatsApp)
  • Sudden disconnections and inability to reconnect

Requested features

9 requests
  • Add auto-selection of best configuration based on ping
  • Implement auto-connect and auto-reconnect functionality
  • Allow manual addition of websites for routing
  • Add option to disable STUN to prevent IP leaks
  • Enhance DNS handling for better performance
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  • Implement URL scheme for easy VPN control
  • Add UDPGW support for SSH connections
  • Provide subscription link import via QR code
  • Improve subscription management (refresh, delete, etc.)

In-app purchases

None

SSTP Connect

No in-app purchases

None

Streisand

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SSTP Connect free?
SSTP Connect costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Streisand free?
Streisand is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SSTP Connect or Streisand?
SSTP Connect is rated higher. SSTP Connect averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Streisand averages 4.4 from 2.1K ratings.
Do SSTP Connect or Streisand have ads?
Neither SSTP Connect nor Streisand shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SSTP Connect or Streisand?
SSTP Connect ships an update fortnightly, and Streisand every 2 weeks. Most recently, SSTP Connect was updated on September 25, 2026 and Streisand on September 23, 2026.
Which is more popular, SSTP Connect or Streisand?
SSTP Connect currently peaks at #106 in the App Store charts, and Streisand at #202. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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