Comparison

VPN Hotspot Shield vs SuperVPN

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

Head to head
About

VPN Hotspot Shield

Secure your internet connection with a fast and reliable virtual private network. Protect your online privacy, encrypt your traffic, and shield your IP address from threats, especially on public Wi-Fi. Enjoy faster speeds and unlimited bandwidth.

Highlights
  • Fast VPN speeds
  • Unlimited bandwidth
  • One-tap connection
  • Military-grade encryption
  • Global server locations
  • Multiple VPN modes
  • Connect up to 10 devices
Features
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Hotspot Shield VPN is the fastest VPN for secure, private internet access on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Protect your online activity with industry-leading VPN encryption and protocols, shield your IP address, and enjoy lightning-fast speeds whether browsing, gaming, streaming movies, or using public WiFi. Activate our VPN with one tap to encrypt your traffic and block threats while maintaining a lightning-fast connection. Hotspot Shield VPN delivers superior privacy and performance with patented technology that automatically connects you to the fastest VPN server. Free VPN Features: • Industry-leading speed - up to 2.2x faster vs. other VPN apps • Unlimited bandwidth and data with our free VPN • Simple one-tap VPN connection • Secure proxy VPN with no-logs policy and military-grade encryption • Multiple VPN plans — use free with ads or upgrade to premium • Optimized for latest iOS on Apple devices • Advanced patented VPN protocols for reliable connections • 24/7 customer support Premium VPN Features (with subscription): • 1800+ ultra-fast VPN servers up to 1 Gbps • 125+ premium VPN locations across 80+ countries • Auto-connect VPN on startup with IKEv2 • Specialized VPN modes for gaming, browsing, and video streaming • Connect up to 10 devices simultaneously • Fully ad-free VPN experience Choose from flexible VPN subscription plans: monthly, 6-month, or annual. Unlock full VPN access with a premium subscription — 45-day money-back guarantee. Cancel anytime. Payments via App Store; subscriptions auto-renew unless turned off 24 hours before renewal. Unused trial portions are forfeited upon purchase. Privacy Policy: https://www.hotspotshield.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Service: https://www.hotspotshield.com/terms/

About

SuperVPN

This app provides private internet access for occasional browsing, travel, and public Wi-Fi. Earn more data by watching rewarded ads or opt for subscriptions for enhanced access. No registration is required to start using its features.

Highlights
  • Free VPN with data allowance
  • Earn extra data via rewarded ads
  • Connect to servers by location
  • Guest access, no registration needed
  • Optional subscriptions for VIP access
  • Supports multiple interface languages
Features
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A free VPN supported by ads, with a free data allowance and optional rewarded ads to earn more data. SuperVPN is built for occasional browsing, travel and public Wi-Fi—not a subscription-first routine. YOUR DATA, YOUR CHOICE Use your available free data. When an eligible reward is offered, watch an ad to add data to your allowance. Rewards are confirmed by the service; amounts and availability are shown in the app. SuperVPN displays ads. The current allowance does not reset every day. FIND A PLACE TO CONNECT Auto Select finds an available route. Search servers by location or return to recently used locations. Availability and connection quality depend on your network, account and the selected route. An internet connection is required. A WELCOME TO VIP Eligible new users may receive a complimentary VIP experience when a welcome offer is available. Duration and eligibility appear in the app. VIP access and existing paid plans follow the benefits shown for that plan; a welcome offer is not a permanent entitlement. START AS A GUEST No email registration is needed to get started. Review the first-launch terms, allow the iOS VPN configuration when prompted, and use the connection button. Choose from supported interface languages. OPTIONAL SUBSCRIPTIONS Subscriptions are optional. The price, billing period and plan benefits are displayed before purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation. Auto-renewing subscriptions renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends; renewal is charged within 24 hours before the end. Manage or cancel in Apple Account subscription settings. If a free trial is offered, any unused portion is forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Privacy policy: https://pekpik.com/supervpn/privacy/ Terms of use: https://pekpik.com/supervpn/terms/ Support: https://pekpik.com/supervpn/help/

Screenshots

VPN Hotspot Shield4 screens
SuperVPN2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: VPN Hotspot Shield at none against SuperVPN's shown. VPN Hotspot Shield also leads on ratings volume (365K vs 3.7K) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). SuperVPN's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases 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. VPN Hotspot Shield sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and SuperVPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for VPN Hotspot Shield against 4.6 for SuperVPN. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VPN Hotspot Shield has 365K ratings behind it against 3.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 76% and 75% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VPN Hotspot Shield ships an update weekly, SuperVPN every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
VPN Hotspot Shield versus SuperVPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVPN Hotspot ShieldSuperVPN
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (365K ratings)4.6 (3.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.7% of reviews — better75.2% of reviews
Number of ratings365K — better3.7K
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
Best chart rank#37 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size146 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnchorFree Inc.JONLAN PTY LTD

Customer experience

VPN Hotspot Shield

All ratings363,113 ratings
Positive89.4%
Neutral3.0%
Negative7.6%
Written reviews4,454 reviews
Positive75.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative19.5%

SuperVPN

All ratings3,677 ratings
Positive90.3%
Neutral3.2%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews105 reviews
Positive75.2%
Neutral6.7%
Negative18.1%

User reviews

VPN Hotspot Shield

From 365K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 😄 THE BEST VPN
  • 🔒 MAKES MY PHONE SECURE
  • 🚀 FAST CONNECTION
  • 👍 EASY TO USE
  • 💯 HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Room to improve

  • 🐛 CONNECTION ISSUES
  • 🔌 DISCONNECTS FREQUENTLY
  • 💰 REQUIRES PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION
  • 📺 DOESN'T WORK WITH STREAMING SERVICES
  • 🤖 MANY FAKE REVIEWS

SuperVPN

From 3.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Reliable VPN connection
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 🔒 Secure and private
  • 💡 Useful for bypassing restrictions

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connection issues
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 📺 Incompatible with some platforms
  • 💸 Ads can be intrusive

Bugs and requests

VPN Hotspot Shield

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent disconnections
  • Inability to turn off VPN
  • Compatibility issues with certain devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • More free server locations
  • Better compatibility with streaming services
  • Improved stability and reliability

SuperVPN

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on server selection
  • Inability to connect to certain locations
  • Slow speeds or disconnections

Requested features

4 requests
  • More server locations
  • Improved stability and reliability
  • Better customer support
  • Ability to bypass content restrictions

In-app purchases

15 purchases

VPN Hotspot Shield

Subscriptions15
  • Hotspot Shield Premium$8.991 Month
  • Hotspot Shield Premium$9.991 Month
  • Hotspot Shield Premium7 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • 1 month VPN subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • 1 month VPN subscription7 Days trial$10.991 Month
  • Hotspot Shield VPN with Pango2 variants$12.991 Month
  • Hotspot Shield VPN with Pango7 Days trial3 variants$12.991 Month
  • Monthly VPN Subscription7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Hotspot Shield Premium Bundle7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Hotspot Shield VPN with Pango14 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • 1 month VPN subscription7 Days trial2 variants$12.991 Month
  • 1 month VPN subscription$12.991 Month
  • Hotspot Shield Premium7 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • Hotspot Shield Premium7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • 1 year VPN subscription7 Days trial2 variants$95.991 Year
3 purchases

SuperVPN

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly VPN Subscription$6.997 Days
  • Monthly VPN Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Yearly VPN Subscription$59.991 Year

Questions

Is VPN Hotspot Shield free?
VPN Hotspot Shield is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SuperVPN free?
SuperVPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, VPN Hotspot Shield or SuperVPN?
SuperVPN is rated higher. VPN Hotspot Shield averages 4.6 out of 5 from 365K ratings, while SuperVPN averages 4.6 from 3.7K ratings.
Do VPN Hotspot Shield or SuperVPN have ads?
SuperVPN shows ads; VPN Hotspot Shield does not.
Which is updated more often, VPN Hotspot Shield or SuperVPN?
VPN Hotspot Shield ships an update weekly, and SuperVPN every 3 weeks. Most recently, VPN Hotspot Shield was updated on October 31, 2026 and SuperVPN on October 30, 2026.

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