Comparison

Stash vs Nextin

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

Head to head
About

Stash

This app is a powerful rule-based proxy client for iOS, offering advanced network management. It supports multiple proxy protocols and features like JavaScript rewriting, MitM decryption, and on-demand connections. Easily route traffic based on domain, IP, or User-Agent for enhanced network control.

Highlights
  • Rule-based proxy client
  • Multiple proxy protocol support
  • JavaScript rewriting
  • Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) decryption
  • SSID Policy Groups
  • On-Demand Connections
  • Native UI dashboard
Features
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Stash is the best choice for Clash rules on iOS! Full adaptation of Clash Premium configuration.  Stash is a rule-based proxy client with multiple proxy protocol support. Support for Rule Set, JavaScript, HTTP Rewriting, MitM, SSID Policy Groups, On-Demand Connections and other new features. - Handle TCP / UDP / ICMP traffic and forward to any proxy server - Route traffic to different endpoint by rule of domain, IP-CIDR, or User-Agent - Support DNS over TCP / DNS over TLS / DNS over HTTPS - Native UI dashboard to display HTTP / HTTPS / TCP request - Support for Rewriting HTTP(S) requests using JavaScript - Decrypt HTTPS traffic with Man-in-the-Middle - Support for URL Rewrite - Fully IPv6 supports - Builtin DNS server with hostname mapping - Support for overriding some of the settings of the current configuration file using Override

About

Nextin

This tool simplifies network connection setup by automatically obtaining configurations from service providers. It supports a wide range of modern protocols and features an intuitive interface for a smooth user experience. Built-in routing rules intelligently manage traffic without manual intervention.

Highlights
  • Automatic configuration import
  • Supports VLESS, Trojan, VMess, Shadowsocks, Hysteria, TUIC
  • Clash Meta core powered
  • Intuitive SwiftUI interface
  • Built-in traffic routing rules
  • In-app support access
Features
Currently charting
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Nextin is a subscription-based configuration and connection tool designed to simplify the setup process and improve everyday usability. Users can quickly obtain a complete configuration by entering a service provider’s site identifier, or by importing a subscription URL directly, eliminating the need for any manual configuration. The app is powered by the Clash Meta core, offering strong compatibility and stable performance. It supports a wide range of modern network protocols, including: • VLESS / VLESS XTLS / Reality • Anytls • Trojan / Trojan XTLS • VMess • Shadowsocks • ShadowsocksR • Hysteria / Hysteria2 • TUIC • Masque With its advanced core and protocol support, Nextin delivers efficient connections and reliable performance across different network environments. Built with native SwiftUI, Nextin features a clean, intuitive interface and smooth interactions, ensuring a seamless user experience. The app includes a comprehensive set of built-in traffic routing rules, which intelligently handle traffic based on network conditions and usage scenarios, without requiring manual intervention. Nextin also integrates in-app support access, allowing users to directly contact their chosen service provider for assistance and inquiries, making the overall experience more convenient and streamlined. Nextin is designed to reduce complexity, enabling users to complete configuration effortlessly and enjoy a stable, smooth, and reliable experience.

Screenshots

Stash4 screens
Nextin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Nextin at Free against Stash's $5.99. Stash's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 3.4) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ratings volume, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Nextin is free to download; Stash costs $5.99 up front. Nextin sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Stash asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Stash holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 625 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Stash's written reviews are positive against 32% of Nextin's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Stash versus Nextin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStashNextin
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (1.2K ratings) — better3.4 (625 ratings)
Positive reviews61.6% of reviews — better32.1% of reviews
Number of ratings1.2K — better625
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
Best chart rank#3 — better#121
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size131 MB137 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSTASH NETWORKS LIMITEDNEXTIN INC

Customer experience

Stash

All ratings1,201 ratings
Positive83.5%
Neutral5.2%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews349 reviews
Positive61.6%
Neutral12.0%
Negative26.4%

Nextin

All ratings625 ratings
Positive58.4%
Neutral5.4%
Negative36.2%
Written reviews140 reviews
Positive32.1%
Neutral6.4%
Negative61.4%

Bugs and requests

Stash

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Corrupt VPN profile detection
  • Inability to remember last used proxy mode
  • Incompatibility with some subscription links
  • Lack of support for certain protocols (e.g., vless, mkcp)
  • Automatic mode switching issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Support for latest protocols (e.g., reality, hysteria2)
  • Customizable VPN profiles and settings
  • Improved widget functionality
  • Automatic reconnection on sleep/wake
  • Detailed network usage statistics

Nextin

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Stash

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Nextin

One-time3
  • 1000 积分$1.99
  • 3000 Coins$6.49
  • 10000 积分$20.49

Questions

Is Stash free?
Stash costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nextin free?
Nextin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Stash or Nextin?
Stash is rated higher. Stash averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Nextin averages 3.4 from 625 ratings.
Do Stash or Nextin have ads?
Neither Stash nor Nextin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stash or Nextin?
Stash ships an update fortnightly, and Nextin fortnightly. Most recently, Stash was updated on September 24, 2026 and Nextin on September 22, 2026.
Which is more popular, Stash or Nextin?
Stash currently peaks at #3 in the App Store charts, and Nextin at #121. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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