# F vs Boost Secure Connect

The clearest difference is rating: F at 4.4 against Boost Secure Connect's 3.4. F also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (471 vs 11). Boost Secure Connect's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. F sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Boost Secure Connect sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

F holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: F has 471 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of F's written reviews are positive against 40% of Boost Secure Connect's.

F ships an update every 4 weeks, Boost Secure Connect every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and July 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | F | Boost Secure Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (471 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/f-secure-total-security-and-vpn/id572847748/reviews)** | [3.4 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boost-secure-connect/id6503712367/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **471** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | **42.3% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 272 MB | 76 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [F-Secure Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/425351654) | [DISH Network LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/327125652) |

## What reviewers say

### F

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/f-secure-total-security-and-vpn/id572847748)

This app offers comprehensive online security and privacy features, including phishing detection, secure VPN access, and identity theft prevention. It protects your devices against cyber threats and provides tools like a password manager and ad blocker for a safer online experience.

**Highlights:** Phishing and scam detection, Secure VPN for private browsing, Safe online banking and shopping, Dark web monitoring, Ad Blocker for Safari, Password manager, Cross-device protection

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| F-Secure VPN - 12 Months | $34.99 | one-time |
| Mobile Security - 12 Months | $44.99 | one-time |
| Total - 12 months 5 devices | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reliable
- 👍 Good value for money
- 👍 Simple and effective
- 🔒 Trustworthy
- 👍 Increased comfort level

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unimpressed with setup and functionality
- 🐛 Unreliable VPN connection
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🐛 Buggy after updates
- 🐛 Confusing user experience

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent login issues
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Inconsistent browsing protection

**Requested features**

- Add DuckDuckGo search engine
- Improve VPN reliability and connectivity
- Streamline subscription management


### Boost Secure Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boost-secure-connect/id6503712367)

This app provides comprehensive online protection for your smartphone. It safeguards your data, privacy, and connectivity with real-time threat detection and Wi-Fi encryption. Enjoy a secure online experience with seamless background protection and instant alerts.

**Highlights:** Real-time threat detection, Malware and phishing blocking, Encrypted DNS, Wi-Fi data encryption, Enhanced Wi-Fi and cellular data combination, Instant threat alerts

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BoostSecureConnect | $3.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is F free?

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

### Is Boost Secure Connect free?

Boost Secure Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, F or Boost Secure Connect?

F is rated higher. F averages 4.4 out of 5 from 471 ratings, while Boost Secure Connect averages 3.4 from 11 ratings.

### Do F or Boost Secure Connect have ads?

Neither F nor Boost Secure Connect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, F or Boost Secure Connect?

F ships an update every 4 weeks, and Boost Secure Connect every 2 months. Most recently, F was updated on September 25, 2026 and Boost Secure Connect on July 6, 2026.

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