# NextVPN vs SSH VPN

The clearest difference is rating: NextVPN at 4.7 against SSH VPN's 3.8. NextVPN also leads on ratings volume (45K vs 25) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). SSH VPN's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (77% vs 67%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NextVPN sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per 7 days and SSH VPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NextVPN holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NextVPN has 45K ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of NextVPN's written reviews are positive against 77% of SSH VPN's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

NextVPN ships an update every 5 days, SSH VPN every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | NextVPN | SSH VPN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (45K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextvpn-fast-and-secure-proxy/id1610773520/reviews)** | [3.8 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssh-vpn-port-forwarding/id6471132702/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **45K** | 25 |
| Positive reviews | 66.5% of reviews | **77.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#14** | — |
| Size | 170 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Surf Safe Network Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1655491433) | [Hexa Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1702698881) |

## What reviewers say

### NextVPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextvpn-fast-and-secure-proxy/id1610773520)

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Free · Developer Tools, #47 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Experience ultra-fast, secure internet access with military-grade encryption. This app offers optimized servers for streaming and gaming, with a strict no-logs policy and one-tap simplicity. Protect your data on public Wi-Fi and enjoy unlimited bandwidth.

**Highlights:** Ultra-fast global servers, Military-grade encrypted connection, Streaming optimized, Gaming grade performance, No registration required, Bank-grade security on public Wi-Fi

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NextVPN Premium(1 Week) | $4.49 | per 7 days |
| NextVPN Premium(1 Month) | $6.99 | per month |
| NextVPN Premium 1 Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| NextVPN Premium 1 Month | $12.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and stable connection
- 🔒 Reliable security
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Works well in censored regions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connection issues after updates
- ⚠️ Unavailable in certain regions (China, Iran)
- 🔍 Confusing server options
- 💰 Expensive premium plan

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent disconnections
- Ads causing connection issues
- Startup failures requiring reinstallation

**Requested features**

- Ability to manually select servers
- More server locations
- Lower-cost subscription options
- Improved compatibility with older devices


### SSH VPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssh-vpn-port-forwarding/id6471132702)

This VPN app offers secure tunneling via SSH with UDP Gateway support and port forwarding. It allows sharing network connections and provides Wi-Fi security on public hotspots. The app is designed for stealth, stability, and minimal resource usage.

**Highlights:** Port Forwarding, Share socks and http over Network/LAN, SSH tunneling with UDP Gateway, Wi-Fi Security on Public Hotspots, Minimalist and low RAM usage, Stealth and stable connection

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Annually | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro - One-Time | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NextVPN free?

NextVPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SSH VPN free?

SSH VPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, NextVPN or SSH VPN?

NextVPN is rated higher. NextVPN averages 4.7 out of 5 from 45K ratings, while SSH VPN averages 3.8 from 25 ratings.

### Do NextVPN or SSH VPN have ads?

NextVPN shows ads; SSH VPN does not.

### Which is updated more often, NextVPN or SSH VPN?

NextVPN ships an update every 5 days, and SSH VPN every 2 weeks. Most recently, NextVPN was updated on October 25, 2026 and SSH VPN on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*