Comparison

SSTP Connect vs NetHelp

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

NetHelp

Features
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Visualizing your network in an instant. ■ Instant Network Visibility Immediately determine your IP address (Global/Local) and DNS connectivity. ■ Bypass Captive Portal Issues Fix the common issue where public Wi-Fi login screens fail to appear by using a forced trigger. ■ Optimized for Professionals Zero-decoration UI focused on information density. Seamlessly handle advanced troubleshooting with detailed log exports. Standard License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SSTP Connect3 screens
NetHelp2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: NetHelp at Free against SSTP Connect's $2.99. NetHelp also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). SSTP Connect's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#82 vs unranked). On 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

NetHelp is free to download; SSTP Connect costs $2.99 up front. NetHelp sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per year. SSTP Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SSTP Connect ships an update fortnightly, NetHelp every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
SSTP Connect versus NetHelp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSSTP ConnectNetHelp
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (1.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#82 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDomosekai LimitedGOOD CYCLE LIMITED LIABILITY CO.

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

NetHelp

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SSTP Connect

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

NetHelp

Subscriptions1
  • Premier Subscription1 Month trial$2.991 Year

Questions

Is SSTP Connect free?
SSTP Connect costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is NetHelp free?
NetHelp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SSTP Connect or NetHelp have ads?
Neither SSTP Connect nor NetHelp shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SSTP Connect or NetHelp?
SSTP Connect ships an update fortnightly, and NetHelp every 3 days. Most recently, SSTP Connect was updated on October 14, 2026 and NetHelp on September 25, 2026.

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