WaveAgent vs Now VPN
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WaveAgent
This utility software runs on WiFi devices to test and measure WLAN performance. It requires companion applications for full functionality, focusing on network and AP configurations.
- Tests WLAN performance
- Measures network configurations
- Works with AP configurations
- Requires Ixia IoT or IxVeriWave
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WaveAgent is an endpoint software that runs on WiFi devices to test and measure WLAN performance under various AP and network configurations. This is not a standalone application to test the device's performance. It is designed for use in conjunction with Ixia IoT or IxVeriWave applications.
Now VPN
This app provides a secure and private way to browse the internet with a global network of high-speed servers. It offers unlimited time, data, and bandwidth, with an option for an ad-free premium experience. Protect your online activity and connect safely on public Wi-Fi.
- Unlimited time, data, and bandwidth
- Ad-free premium trial
- Zero logs policy
- Automatic fastest server connection
- One-tap connect/disconnect
- Strong encryption
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Now VPN – Fast & Secure Proxy Now VPN is a free VPN proxy for iPhone, offering 200+ high-speed servers worldwide. Download today and enjoy safe, private, and unrestricted online access. KEY FEATURES * Unlimited time, data, and bandwidth (with ads) * Try Premium features free for up to 7 days (ad-free) * Zero logs policy – your activity is never tracked * Automatic connection to the fastest available server * Simple one-tap connect and disconnect * Strong encryption to safeguard your security and privacy WHAT CAN I DO WITH NOW VPN? * Browse the internet safely and anonymously * Stay protected on public WiFi networks * Securely connect to another network over the internet FAST GLOBAL SERVERS Access the fastest VPN servers in 100+ locations, ensuring your connection stays private and protected from online threats. PRIVACY FIRST Your online freedom and security are our top priority. We never log or share your browsing activity. Do you want complete security and peace of mind while browsing? Now VPN is designed to protect your privacy and keep your connection secure anywhere, anytime. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION * Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. * Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. * Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, with renewal cost provided. * Subscriptions can be managed by the user. Auto-renewal may be turned off in Account Settings. * Cancellations and refunds are managed by the App Store. * Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when a subscription is purchased. Terms of Service: https://now-vpn.com/termsofService.html Privacy Policy: https://now-vpn.com/privacyPolicy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Now VPN at 72% against WaveAgent's 0%. Now VPN also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.0) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months). WaveAgent's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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
Both are free to download. Now VPN sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. WaveAgent asks for nothing beyond the download.
Now VPN holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Now VPN has 70K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of WaveAgent's written reviews are positive against 72% of Now VPN's.
WaveAgent ships an update every 7 months, Now VPN every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WaveAgent | Now VPN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (4 ratings) | 4.5 (70K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 71.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 70K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 167 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | VeriWave, Inc. | world creation technology limited |
Customer experience
WaveAgent
Now VPN
Bugs and requests
WaveAgent
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Now VPN
Reported bugs
3 issues- Login error
- Subscription issues
- Slow performance
Requested features
2 requests- PC version
- Clarification on subscription plans
In-app purchases
WaveAgent
No in-app purchases
Now VPN
- 1 Month$2.991 Month
- 1 Week$3.997 Days
- 1 Month3 Days trial$7.991 Month
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- 3 Months$7.993 Months
- 1 Month1 Month trial$7.991 Month
- 1 Year3 variants$19.991 Year
- 1 Year Special$59.991 Year
- 1 Year Special trial7 Days trial$59.991 Year
- 1 Year$79.991 Year
