# My Data Manager VPN Security vs NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy

The clearest difference is rating: My Data Manager VPN Security at 4.2 against NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy's 3.1. My Data Manager VPN Security also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ratings volume (3.3K vs 24). NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy's advantage is review sentiment (88% vs 63%) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 14.1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. My Data Manager VPN Security asks for nothing beyond the download.

My Data Manager VPN Security holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: My Data Manager VPN Security has 3.3K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 63% of My Data Manager VPN Security's written reviews are positive against 88% of NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

My Data Manager VPN Security ships an update every 2 months, NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | My Data Manager VPN Security | NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-data-manager-vpn-security/id477865384/reviews)** | [3.1 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netguard-for-secure-wifi-proxy/id1251263383/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 24 |
| Positive reviews | 62.8% of reviews | **87.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 53 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.1 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Distimo](https://appshunter.io/developer/723466450) | [Idevsze Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1461702168) |

## What reviewers say

### My Data Manager VPN Security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-data-manager-vpn-security/id477865384)

Monitor your mobile data usage in real-time across Wi-Fi, mobile, and roaming. This app helps you understand your consumption, set custom alarms to avoid overage fees, and enhances your online privacy with VPN technology.

**Highlights:** Real-time data usage monitoring, Mobile, Wi-Fi, and roaming tracking, Custom usage alarms, VPN for enhanced privacy, Secure browsing on public Wi-Fi, Family plan management

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate data tracking
- 📊 Helpful data usage breakdown
- ⚠️ Useful data usage alerts
- 📍 Location-based data usage tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent data tracking accuracy
- 🔋 High data consumption by the app itself
- 🔌 VPN causing connectivity issues
- 🔍 Inability to identify data-hungry apps
- 🤫 Privacy concerns around VPN usage

**Reported bugs**

- Alarms not working as expected
- Map feature not functioning properly
- Inability to disable VPN
- Unresponsive customer support

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Ability to track data usage by individual apps
- Data rollover feature
- Shared data plan management
- Apple Watch app


### NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netguard-for-secure-wifi-proxy/id1251263383)

Access websites securely and privately with an encrypted network. Enjoy fast browsing, unlimited data, and stable performance across various server locations. A private browser ensures anonymity while you surf.

**Highlights:** One Tap Connect, Unlimited Data Traffic, Stable Performance, Various Servers, Encrypted Network, Private Browser

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| VIP Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Plan | $12.99 | per 2 months |
| Premium Plan | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| VIP PREMIUM | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast connection
- 🔒 Good for China
- 🌟 Works well
- ✅ Reliable

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Scam
- 🐛 Won't connect
- 🐛 Slow connection
- 🐛 Not recommended
- 🐛 Useless

**Reported bugs**

- Automatically disabled on iPhone
- Timed out servers
- Cannot connect to servers
- Cannot access websites like Google even after purchase
- Only connects on WiFi, not 4G

**Requested features**

- Fix server connection issues
- Improve connection speed
- Customer service responsiveness
- Allow access to specific websites (e.g., Google)
- Fix 4G connection problems


## Frequently asked questions

### Is My Data Manager VPN Security free?

My Data Manager VPN Security is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy free?

NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, My Data Manager VPN Security or NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy?

My Data Manager VPN Security is rated higher. My Data Manager VPN Security averages 4.2 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy averages 3.1 from 24 ratings.

### Do My Data Manager VPN Security or NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy have ads?

Neither My Data Manager VPN Security nor NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, My Data Manager VPN Security or NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy?

My Data Manager VPN Security ships an update every 2 months, and NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy every 5 weeks. Most recently, My Data Manager VPN Security was updated on October 17, 2026 and NetGuard for Secure WiFi Proxy on October 14, 2026.

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