Anycast VPN vs ShowRemote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Anycast VPN
Secure your online activity with a global network of high-speed VPN servers. Protect all your devices with a single account, enjoy unlimited bandwidth, and customize your connection with split tunneling. Experience a private and fast internet connection.
- Global server network
- Unlimited bandwidth
- High-speed servers (up to 10 Gbps)
- One account, multiple devices
- Customizable split tunneling
- Privacy-first design
- Siri Shortcuts support
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Anycast VPN offers ultra-fast and highly secure VPN server nodes located around the world. With a vast network of servers across multiple countries, you’re always covered. We prioritize our clients and strive to deliver the best VPN experience! Enjoy a seamless and fast connection with servers capable of speeds up to 10 Gbps, available in multiple global locations. Try it yourself with a free 3-day trial and see the difference! Features ▸ One account, multiple devices: With one subscription, you can protect all your devices, including your iPhone, iPad, and Mac, making it simple and convenient to stay secure everywhere. ▸ Global server network: Connect to a vast network of servers located in dozens of countries, ensuring you always have reliable and fast access to the internet. ▸ Unlimited bandwidth: Enjoy truly unlimited data without worrying about speed throttling or data caps. Browse, stream, and work as much as you like! ▸ Speed you can trust: Our high-speed servers, capable of up to 10 Gbps, let you browse, stream, and work online without lag or interruptions—no compromises on speed or security. ▸ Customizable split tunneling: Enhance your flexibility with our split tunneling feature. Simply enter domain names to bypass the VPN for specific domains, letting you access local services or specific apps more conveniently. ▸ Privacy-first design: We value your privacy. We don’t track or store your online activity, and your data is encrypted, ensuring no one can monitor your digital footprint. ▸ Siri Shortcuts support: Easily manage your VPN connection hands-free with Siri Shortcuts. Automate your app to connect, disconnect, or switch servers without even opening it. Stay connected, stay secure, and enjoy the freedom of Anycast VPN. Download now and experience the ultimate in VPN performance! 【Anycast VPN Auto-Renewal Subscription Instructions】 -- Anycast VPN subscription privileges: use all of our VPN server nodes and access to Anycast VPN apps on every platform -- Subscription plans: monthly (1 month), quarterly (3 months), yearly (12 months) -- Pricing: Reference to IAP. -- Payment: If you subscribe via iTunes, your Apple ID account will be charged. -- Cancel subscription: manage your subscription or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. If you has auto-renewable subscriptions, your billing will continue through Apple. Please cancel subscriptions before account deletion. -- Renewal:Your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each billing period unless you cancel it at least 24 hours before the expiry date. Auto-renewal agreement: https://www.anycastvpn.com/auto-renewal-agreement.html Terms of service: https://www.anycastvpn.com/tos.html Privacy policy: https://www.anycastvpn.com/pp.html
ShowRemote
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ShowRemote: Console, QLab & Lighting Control At Alpha Shows, we tour full-scale theatrical productions all over Australia. Every show relies on QLab, Lightkey and Yamaha consoles, and over the years we’ve always wished there was a simple way to control them from an iPhone or Apple Watch while walking the venue. We couldn’t find an app that did exactly what we needed, so we built one! About the App: Walk the room while you mix the show. ShowRemote gives you control of your Yamaha console, QLab and Lightkey from your iPhone and Apple Watch. Check levels from the back of the house, fire the next cue from across the stage, or trigger a lighting look without running back to the control desk. Console * Live fader control for any TF-series mixing console, with smooth, natural response that matches the console. Fine adjustment around unity, with a wider sweep toward -∞ * Technically should work with other Yamaha consoles as well but we haven't tested it * See level changes in real time, including adjustments made on the physical console * Reorder channels so the ones you use most are always at the top QLab * Browse your full cue list (in QLab on a Mac, not just on the phone) with collapsible groups, just like in QLab * Select any cue, then press GO, or step through cues with Next and Previous • Stop button to 'panic' (gracefully fade) * The selected cue stays in sync with QLab, even when it’s changed from the booth Lightkey * Create one-tap buttons for any OSC-addressable cue, including fog, blinders, practicals and more * This section should technically work with any OSC enabled software as you can input any IP, port etc * Choose Hold mode (active while pressed) or Toggle mode (press once on, press again off) for each button * Arrange buttons in any order so your most-used controls are always easy to reach Apple Watch * Full companion app with GO, Next, Previous, Stop, current cue name, TF faders using the Digital Crown, and Lightkey controls * Assign any action to the Apple Watch Ultra Action Button for instant control Designed for live shows * Connects over your venue’s local Wi-Fi. No cloud services, accounts or internet connection required * Automatically discovers QLab and Lightkey using Bonjour, with manual connection options for everything else * Your channel layout, settings and Lightkey buttons are stored on your iPhone and automatically sync to your Apple Watch ShowRemote isn’t designed to replace your console, nor does it replace QLab's existing apps that do other things. The Yamaha apps are fine too, but nothing on iPhone or Apple Watch to control it (iPad only). ShowRemote lets you take control wherever you need to be, whether that’s at front of house, on stage doing a show or performance yourself, or in the back row of the theatre. This should also replace those crazy expensive hardware devices some performers use on stage for changing/triggering cues.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Anycast VPN at Free against ShowRemote's $2.99. Anycast VPN also leads on iOS requirement (14 vs 17.0). ShowRemote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On ads and device support 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
Anycast VPN is free to download; ShowRemote costs $2.99 up front. Anycast VPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. ShowRemote asks for nothing beyond the download.
Anycast VPN ships an update every 6 weeks, ShowRemote weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Anycast VPN | ShowRemote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.2 (311 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 73.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 311 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 14 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | LOS Network Limited | Alpha Shows |
Bugs and requests
Anycast VPN
Reported bugs
3 issues- Incompatibility with macOS
- Inability to access certain websites in global mode
- Sudden inability to connect
Requested features
3 requests- Control center button and desktop widget
- Network speed display
- Apple TV support
ShowRemote
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Anycast VPN
- Anycast VPN Plan$9.991 Month
- Anycast VPN Plan$19.993 Months
- Anycast VPN Plan$59.991 Year
ShowRemote
No in-app purchases









