# MonCal vs SecStream VPN

The clearest difference is price: SecStream VPN at Free against MonCal's $0.99. SecStream VPN also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.7) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). MonCal's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.

SecStream VPN is free to download; MonCal costs $0.99 up front. SecStream VPN sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. MonCal asks for nothing beyond the download.

SecStream VPN holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SecStream VPN has 199 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 69% of MonCal's written reviews are positive against 60% of SecStream VPN's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

MonCal ships an update every 2 months, SecStream VPN fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MonCal | SecStream VPN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.7 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moncal/id505795137/reviews) | **[4.7 (199 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secstream-vpn/id1667555580/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **199** |
| Positive reviews | **69.2% of reviews** | 60.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 65 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.4** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [gggatelier](https://appshunter.io/developer/505795140) | [Busk (PTS) Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1667555582) |

## What reviewers say

### MonCal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moncal/id505795137)

This app offers a monthly calendar view designed to mimic paper schedules. It synchronizes with your device's standard calendar and allows for detailed event viewing, including launching maps and browsers from event details. Customize fonts, colors, and event display layouts for a personalized experience.

**Highlights:** Monthly calendar view, Detailed event view with map/browser links, Syncs with standard calendar apps, Customizable fonts and colors, Event repeat options, Alarm and holiday specifications

**Features:** Siri integration, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### SecStream VPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secstream-vpn/id1667555580)

Secure your online activity and browse with confidence. This application offers advanced protection through cutting-edge encryption, ensuring your data remains private from prying eyes. Connect to premium servers for fast, reliable, and secure internet access anywhere.

**Highlights:** Online privacy solution, Cutting-edge encryption, Premium server access, Fast and secure internet, Browse with confidence

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week PRO | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Weekly PRO | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $44.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MonCal free?

MonCal costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SecStream VPN free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MonCal or SecStream VPN?

SecStream VPN is rated higher. MonCal averages 3.7 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while SecStream VPN averages 4.7 from 199 ratings.

### Do MonCal or SecStream VPN have ads?

SecStream VPN shows ads; MonCal does not.

### Which is updated more often, MonCal or SecStream VPN?

MonCal ships an update every 2 months, and SecStream VPN fortnightly. Most recently, MonCal was updated on September 24, 2026 and SecStream VPN on September 15, 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.*