# Fing vs VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro

The clearest difference is monetization model: Fing at free with in-app purchases against VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro's subscription. Fing also leads on ratings volume (117K vs 3.3K) and chart position (#166 vs unranked). VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fing sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months and VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Fing against 4.6 for VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fing has 117K ratings behind it against 3.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of Fing's written reviews are positive against 64% of VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro's.

Fing ships an update every 4 weeks, VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fing | VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (117K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fing-network-scanner/id430921107/reviews)** | [4.6 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vpn-proxy-and-internet-speed-pro/id1642519242/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **117K** | 3.3K |
| Positive reviews | 56.3% of reviews | **63.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#166** | — |
| Size | 249 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fing Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1418008243) | [Bud Copmany](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642519244) |

## What reviewers say

### Fing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fing-network-scanner/id430921107)

**Currently charting:** #166 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

Identify all devices on your WiFi network to understand who is connected, check for security threats, and troubleshoot network issues. It offers tools for speed testing, device analysis, and security alerts, with advanced features available through an optional hardware add-on.

**Highlights:** Network scanning and device discovery, Device identification (IP, MAC, vendor), Internet speed testing, Network security alerts, Port scanning and DNS lookup, Advanced device analysis

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Months Ads-free | $0.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Months Ads-free | $1.49 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Ads-free | $2.49 | per year |
| Starter 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Month | $7.99 | per month |
| Starter 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 🔒 Helpful for network security
- 👍 Excellent network utility
- 👍 Easy to use and informative
- 👍 Useful for network troubleshooting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
- 💰 Aggressive push for paid subscription
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🤔 Confusing UI changes

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Inconsistent device detection across platforms
- Speed test functionality not working
- Saved device settings not persisting
- Notifications not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add option to disable ads
- Improve device identification and naming
- Restore ability to view MAC addresses
- Enhance port scanning capabilities
- Add option to select speed test server


### VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vpn-proxy-and-internet-speed-pro/id1642519242)

Secure your internet connection and maintain online anonymity with advanced protection technology. This app safeguards your personal data, ensures a secure network connection, and offers IP address verification and hiding. It also includes tools to check your internet speed and location.

**Highlights:** Personal data protection, Secure connection to the network, Complete anonymity, IP address verification and hiding, Internet connection speed test, Secure file downloads, Secure online payments

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Matrix Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Unlimited Matrix VPN | $12.99 | per month |
| Matrix Month Premium | $24.99 | per month |
| Matrix premium | $69.99 | per year |
| Matrix Year Premium | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure connection
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 💡 Recommended by users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🤑 Paid service
- 🔍 Suspicious ads and redirects

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Unexpected charges after trial period

**Requested features**

- Refund policy clarification
- Improved compatibility with older devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fing free?

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

### Is VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro free?

VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Fing or VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro?

Fing is rated higher. Fing averages 4.6 out of 5 from 117K ratings, while VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro averages 4.6 from 3.3K ratings.

### Do Fing or VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro have ads?

Fing shows ads; VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, Fing or VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro?

Fing ships an update every 4 weeks, and VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro every 6 weeks. Most recently, Fing was updated on November 11, 2026 and VPN Proxy & Internet Speed Pro on November 7, 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.*