Comparison

Plan Poke vs GlobalVPN Network

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

Head to head
About

Plan Poke

This utility app brings a classic networking feature to modern devices, allowing users to manage and search accounts. It offers iCloud syncing, customizable widgets, and secure access with Face-ID. Data can be imported/exported as JSON and shared easily.

Highlights
  • Account management (add, edit, search)
  • iCloud data syncing
  • Configurable widgets
  • Face-ID security
  • JSON import/export
  • Data sharing via share sheet
  • Swipe gestures and keyboard shortcuts
Features
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Plan Poke is a portable finger client bringing this classic networking feature to modern devices. The feature set includes: - Add, Edit and Search accounts - iCloud data syncing - Shortcuts integration - Configurable Widgets in both the Large and Extra Large sizes - Face-ID to lock access to the app - Import / Export your data as JSON - Share data from people you follow via the share sheet or drag their entry into any app that can take text - An expanded view that's best for viewing ASCII art entries - Swipe gestures for common actions - Keyboard Shortcuts - Style the output of the response by choosing the background / foreground color Shortcuts include: 1. A 'Search Accounts' shortcut for retrieving account data from your device. 2. A 'Finger Request' shortcut for updating an account.

About

GlobalVPN Network

Features
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Global VPN gives you a fast, private, and encrypted internet connection from your iPhone or iPad. With one tap you connect through a secure tunnel that keeps your browsing private on any network — public Wi-Fi, mobile data, or home internet. Private by design All your traffic is routed through the GVPN tunnel before reaching the internet. No third party can intercept what you browse, stream, or download. DNS queries are resolved through trusted servers so your provider cannot log your activity. Real-time performance monitoring The connection status screen shows live download and upload speeds with a rolling graph so you can see exactly how the tunnel is performing. Session totals track how much data you have transferred since connecting. Account and subscription management Log in with your Global VPN account to access your personal subscription. The dashboard shows your remaining days, account expiry date, and connected server location at a glance. Clean, minimal interface The app is built around a single focused screen. Connect, monitor your speeds, and disconnect — nothing unnecessary in the way. How it works Global VPN establishes a GVPN tunnel connection to a secure server and routes all device traffic through an encrypted private proxy. The tunnel runs as a native iOS Network Extension, which means it continues working reliably in the background without draining your battery or requiring the app to stay open. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Plan Poke3 screens
GlobalVPN Network3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Plan Poke at none against GlobalVPN Network's 3. Plan Poke also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). GlobalVPN Network's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price 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. GlobalVPN Network sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Plan Poke asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plan Poke ships an update every 2 months, GlobalVPN Network every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Plan Poke versus GlobalVPN Network: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlan PokeGlobalVPN Network
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision Pro — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWilliam BaerTRINITY TECH BILGISAYAR LIMITED SIRKETI

In-app purchases

None

Plan Poke

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

GlobalVPN Network

Subscriptions3
  • GlobalVPN 1 Month Subscription$4.991 Month
  • GlobalVPN 6 Months Subscription$24.996 Months
  • GlobalVPN 1 Year Subscription$44.991 Year

Questions

Is Plan Poke free?
Plan Poke is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GlobalVPN Network free?
GlobalVPN Network is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Plan Poke or GlobalVPN Network have ads?
GlobalVPN Network shows ads; Plan Poke does not.
Which is updated more often, Plan Poke or GlobalVPN Network?
Plan Poke ships an update every 2 months, and GlobalVPN Network every 4 weeks. Most recently, Plan Poke was updated on November 3, 2026 and GlobalVPN Network on October 15, 2026.

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