Comparison

Safe Connector vs FastCat Wired Link

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

Head to head
About

Safe Connector

Encrypt your internet connection for enhanced privacy and security. This app offers a simple way to browse the web, stream videos, and access cloud files securely, even on public Wi-Fi. Enjoy a faster, more private online experience without complex setup.

Highlights
  • Encrypts internet connection
  • Masks public IP address
  • Protects on public Wi-Fi
  • Reduces connection impact
  • Simple, account-free setup
  • Multi-language support
Features
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More privacy. Less waiting online. Safe Connector VPN encrypts the connection between your device and the VPN server. Websites see the server’s exit IP address instead of your network’s public IP address. Use your familiar apps to watch videos, browse the web and access cloud files. Protection for everyday connections Add a layer of protection when you connect at home, on the go or over public Wi-Fi. Keep browsing while your video loads Parallel connections and balanced traffic scheduling help reduce the impact of a slow connection on other online tasks. No technical settings required. Simple to use, without creating an account No configuration files to import. Open the app, choose a location and allow the VPN connection. Choose your language Available in English, Simplified Chinese, Thai, Malay, Russian and French. Select a language in the app or follow your system language. For your Apple devices Available on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV. Try it with your own apps and network Each eligible new device can claim a one-time, 24-hour free trial without purchasing first. Check eligibility and activate the trial in the app. Valid access is required to connect after the trial ends. Speed and availability depend on your network, the selected server and the content service. A VPN does not guarantee uninterrupted access or complete anonymity. Subscriptions Prices and subscription periods are shown in the app before confirmation. App Store subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple account’s subscription settings. Privacy Policy: https://safeconnector.homea.live/privacy-en.html Terms of Use (Apple EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Contact: info@lionscope.net

About

FastCat Wired Link

Features
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FastCat Wired Link lets your iPhone use a Windows computer network connection over USB or a local network, helping reduce Wi‑Fi fluctuations and mobile-network latency. Key Features - USB wired networking: Connect your iPhone and Windows computer with a USB cable for a more stable, low-latency connection. - Wi‑Fi gateway: Share the computer connection with multiple phones on the same local network. - Account benefits: Sign in to sync membership and usage benefits. - Connection diagnostics: View connection status, traffic totals, speed, and troubleshooting guidance. - Optional rewarded ads (China Mainland only): Free users can choose to watch one non-personalized Tencent Youlianghui ad to add one hour of usage. FastCat uses the iOS system VPN interface only after you actively start a connection. Network packets are forwarded to the computer or gateway device you choose. The app does not record browsing domains, page content, or packet contents. Terms of Use (Standard Apple EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.liibei.com/PrivacyPolicy.html

Screenshots

Safe Connector4 screens
FastCat Wired Link1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Safe Connector at none against FastCat Wired Link's shown. Safe Connector also leads on device support (5 vs 3). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Safe Connector sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and FastCat Wired Link sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Safe Connector ships an update every 4 days, FastCat Wired Link weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 6 level
Safe Connector versus FastCat Wired Link: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSafe ConnectorFastCat Wired Link
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews0.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 4 days β€” betterWeekly
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV β€” betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size24 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLionscope OÜShanghai Libei Technology Co., Ltd

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Safe Connector

Subscriptions5
  • One Week$2.997 Days
  • One Month$9.991 Month
  • Three Month$19.993 Months
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  • Half Year$34.996 Months
  • One Year$59.991 Year
3 purchases

FastCat Wired Link

Subscriptions2
  • FastCat Monthly$0.991 Month
  • FastCat Yearly$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • FastCat Lifetime$12.99

Questions

Is Safe Connector free?
Safe Connector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FastCat Wired Link free?
FastCat Wired Link is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Safe Connector or FastCat Wired Link have ads?
FastCat Wired Link shows ads; Safe Connector does not.
Which is updated more often, Safe Connector or FastCat Wired Link?
Safe Connector ships an update every 4 days, and FastCat Wired Link weekly. Most recently, Safe Connector was updated on November 5, 2026 and FastCat Wired Link on October 31, 2026.

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