Comparison

Node.js Lab vs ProxyPin

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

Head to head
About

Node.js Lab

Develop and run Node.js web applications directly on your iOS device, even offline. This app includes a full Node.js environment with NPM, a script editor, and debugging tools. It also functions as a standalone web application and offers extensive file management capabilities.

Highlights
  • Offline Node.js environment
  • Integrated Git client
  • Multi-tabbed script editor
  • NPM support
  • Standalone web app functionality
  • Remote file management
  • Offline documentation
Features
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Full-fledged Node.js on iOS with NPM support. Build, modify, run and debug web applications using NodeJS and Webkit on your iOS device or any other device on the same network. Nodejs Lab also turns your device into a complete standalone web application with nodejs support to run on startup (similar to nw.js). App features: - Full Node.js without internet connection - Git client - Script editor - html/js/css/json beautifiers in script editor - Auto-Complete - Image editor - Multi-tabbed script/image editor - NPM - Panel to capture console.log, .warn, .error - Supports in-app browser / in-app Safari - Multi-tabbed file manager - Set as standalone web application (similar to nw.js) - Remote file manager (access app's files from another device) - FTP/SFTP/FTPS/iCloud managers - phpLiteAdmin to edit sqlite files - Firebug Lite - Syntax validator for HTML, JS & CSS - Offline Node.js documentation - Enable/Disable sharing with Files app - Split screen on iPad - Multitasking on iPad Note: nodejs Lab doesn't support c++ addons For more information & inquiries please contact me through nodejs Lab's website or contact form inside the app.

About

ProxyPin

Capture and analyze HTTP(S) traffic on your mobile device. Easily connect terminals via QR code, filter traffic, and process requests with custom scripts or rewrites. Decrypt sensitive data and block unwanted requests.

Highlights
  • QR code connection for proxy setup
  • Domain name filtering
  • JavaScript scripting for request/response processing
  • Request and response rewriting
  • Local request mapping
  • AES decryption of message bodies
  • Request blocking by URL
Features
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Features Mobile scan code connection: no need to manually configure WiFi proxy, including configuration synchronization. All terminals can scan codes to connect and forward traffic to each other. Proxy Domain name filtering: Only intercept the traffic you need, and do not intercept other traffic to avoid interference with other applications. Script: Support writing JavaScript scripts to process requests or responses. Request rewrite: Support redirection, support replacement of request or response message, and can also modify request or response according to the increase. Request mapping: Do not request remote services, use local configuration or scripts for response Request Decryption: Configure AES decryption key to automatically decrypt HTTP message body Request blocking: Support blocking requests according to URL, and do not send requests to the server. Search: Search requests according to keywords, response types and other conditions Others: Favorites, history, toolbox, etc.

Screenshots

Node.js Lab4 screens
ProxyPin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ProxyPin at 4.5 against Node.js Lab's 3.9. ProxyPin also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. Node.js Lab sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. ProxyPin asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ProxyPin holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 24 and 102 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Node.js Lab's written reviews are positive against 84% of ProxyPin's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Node.js Lab versus ProxyPin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNode.js LabProxyPin
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (24 ratings)4.5 (102 ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews84.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings24102 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 5 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#170#23 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size154 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFiras MoussaMinimalist Network Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Node.js Lab

All ratings24 ratings
Positive70.8%
Neutral12.5%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral9.4%
Negative28.1%

ProxyPin

All ratings102 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.8%
Written reviews126 reviews
Positive84.1%
Neutral4.0%
Negative11.9%

Bugs and requests

Node.js Lab

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

ProxyPin

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Certificate installation fails despite enabling proxy
  • HTTPS error -2 persists after certificate reset
  • VPN icon not appearing on iOS 17.3.1+
  • Packet capture stops unexpectedly while VPN still active
  • Script editor auto-complete loses focus after clicking
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  • WeChat data not captured properly
  • Host lookup failures with timed replay
  • iOS 15.0.1 no network access after certificate trust
  • Response rewrite menu missing (only shows request rewrite)
  • Certificate webpage returns 404 or connection errors

Requested features

12 requests
  • Response body rewriting capability
  • Request replay with custom count and delay
  • Keyword highlighting persistence
  • Proxy filter persistence
  • Local file storage support ($file/fs)
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  • iOS app whitelist and blacklist
  • Shortcuts/automation integration
  • Request body preview
  • Response search functionality
  • SSL certificate solution for iOS (like Just Trust Me)
  • Dynamic debugging capability
  • Batch request replay functionality

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Node.js Lab

One-time2
  • Unlock all features$4.99
  • Standalone Web Application$9.99
None

ProxyPin

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Node.js Lab free?
Node.js Lab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ProxyPin free?
ProxyPin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Node.js Lab or ProxyPin?
ProxyPin is rated higher. Node.js Lab averages 3.9 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while ProxyPin averages 4.5 from 102 ratings.
Do Node.js Lab or ProxyPin have ads?
Node.js Lab shows ads; ProxyPin does not.
Which is updated more often, Node.js Lab or ProxyPin?
Node.js Lab ships an update every 5 weeks, and ProxyPin every 5 weeks. Most recently, Node.js Lab was updated on September 21, 2026 and ProxyPin on September 23, 2026.
Which is more popular, Node.js Lab or ProxyPin?
Node.js Lab currently peaks at #170 in the App Store charts, and ProxyPin at #23. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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