Astrill VPN Client vs WaveNoter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Astrill VPN Client
Secure your mobile device's internet connection with military-grade encryption. Access servers in over 60 countries and enjoy features like "Always On" and "Smart Mode" for optimized performance and privacy.
- One-click VPN connection
- Servers in 110+ cities, 60+ countries
- Military-grade encryption
- Always On VPN mode
- Smart Mode to exclude local sites
- Unlimited data transfer
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What is Astrill ? ***************************************** Astrill iOS VPN Client connects your mobile device with just one click to our secure VPN network. Pick a server in more than 110 cities in over 60 countries. All traffic from your device is protected with military grade encryption against eavesdropping and hackers. Astrill iOS VPN client supports "Always On" VPN mode - whenever you use Internet on your device, it will automatically connect to VPN in a second! When device is not in use, VPN will be disconnected, thus not waste your battery. Astrill iOS VPN client supports "Smart Mode" - you can exclude local web sites from VPN to speed up access. IMPORTANT: Accounts purchased from the App Store will work only on your iPhone or iPad devices. If you need to use VPN on your PC, Mac or other devices, please purchase full account from our web site instead. Why do I need Astrill VPN ? ***************************************** Whenever you use Internet at public places - airports, hotels, cafes, libraries, schools... you are at risk - your personal data can be easily stolen and misused by hackers. Astrill VPN protects you whenever you are online and makes it impossible for anyone to get a hold of your personal information transmitted over the Internet. If you are a frequent or occasional traveler, VPN protection is a must. Is Astrill VPN fast ? ***************************************** Astrill runs its own global network of VPN servers in over 60 countries around the world. We use bare-metal hardware (not shared VPS servers like most of our competitors), to make sure your VPN is always fast, servers are not overloaded and your security never compromised. With a single VPN account you get access to all our servers and you can switch servers with a single click unlimited number of times. We do not have limitation on amount of data transferred - you can download or stream online content as much as you wish through our VPN. Why should I choose Astrill ? ***************************************** Astrill has been in business since 2009 and our team of security experts is constantly working on developing innovative technologies to make the Internet more secure place. Our technology uses AES 256-bit and ChaCha20 encryption which makes it one of the most secure. We do not utilize outdated and insecure PPTP or L2TP protocols like most of our competitors. Fast speed, high security, plenty of servers and easy to use software for all popular devices is what makes Astrill number one choice for Internet protection by thousands of customers in more than 180 countries around the world. You can apply for Astrill free trial account and see yourself Astrill in action. Does Astrill work on my desktop/laptop computer too ? ************************************************************** Yes, sure! We have plug-and-play technology for Windows, Macintosh, Linux, smart phones as well as DD-WRT/Tomato/AsusWRT-Merlin WiFi routers. We support variety of VPN technologies including: OpenVPN, Wireguard, StealthVPN, OpenWeb, PPTP, L2TP/IPSec, IPSec, IKEv2, SSTP and AnyConnect. Our service works on virtually any device supporting these standard VPN protocols. You can run Astrill on your WiFi router and connect all devices in your home or office to our secure VPN, for example all your phones, Windows, Mac and Linux computers, Apple TV, Smart TVs, etc... For more information about the features we offer, please check our web site. We also have a video section which demonstrates some features. What if I run into problems ? ***************************************** If you run into any issues when using our VPN service, our kind and high qualified customers service is at your disposal 24h/7/365 via live chat, email and phone.
WaveNoter
This AI-powered tool records audio, transcribes and translates it in real-time across 112 languages, and intelligently extracts key information like summaries and action items. It also offers audio editing, multi-format export, and secure storage, making it ideal for meetings and learning.
- Dual-mode audio recording
- Real-time transcription and translation (112 languages)
- AI-powered content extraction (summaries, mind maps, action items)
- Audio editing with noise reduction
- Multi-format export (Word, PDF, JPG)
- Secure local and cloud storage
- Scenario-based templates
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Wavenoter is an AI driven multifunctional AI voice tool that integrates dual-mode recording, real-time transcription and translation of 112 languages, intelligent content extraction based on large models (abstracts/mind maps/action items), audio editing, multi format export and office collaboration, data security storage, and scenario based templates. It is suitable for business meetings, cross language communication, learning records, and other scenarios. The main manifestations are: 1. Dual mode recording: Supports recording call content with vibration conduction sensor (VCS) (bypassing iOS restrictions) and recording ambient sound with air conduction sensor, suitable for meetings, interviews, and other scenarios. 2. Real time transcription and translation: Supports real-time speech to text conversion in 112 languages, automatically generates text with a timeline, and provides multilingual translation functionality. 3. Intelligent content extraction: Based on GPT-5 and Claude 4 models, automatically generate meeting summaries, mind maps, action items, and support speaker tag editing. 4. Audio editing tool: Provides features such as noise reduction, voice enhancement, automatic mute deletion, and clip editing to optimize recording quality. 5. Multi format export and collaboration: Supports exporting to Word, PDF, JPG and other formats, and integrates with some office tools to achieve data synchronization. 6. Data security guarantee: local encrypted storage+cloud backup, in compliance with privacy regulations. 7. Scenario based templates: Provide over 20 professional templates such as meeting minutes, classroom notes, interview records, etc., to generate structured content with just one click. [Membership Privileges] Join Wavenoter as a member and enjoy 30 practical privileges, including extended transcription time, real-time transcription, multi-document management, multiple summary templates, and AI Q&A. "Pro Membership" and "Unlimited Membership" packages are available for a fee. [Pro Membership Renewal Package Details] Subscription Period: 1 month (continuous monthly subscription), 12 months (continuous annual subscription). Subscription Price: 58 yuan per month for continuous monthly subscriptions, 518 yuan per year for continuous annual subscriptions. [Unlimited Membership Renewal Package Details] Subscription Period: 1 month (continuous monthly subscription), 12 months (continuous annual subscription). Subscription Price: 128 RMB per month for a continuous monthly subscription and 1,188 RMB per year for a continuous annual subscription. -Payment: Auto-renewal products include "Continuous Monthly/Continuous Annual Subscriptions." Payment will be charged to your iTunes account after confirming purchase. Renewal: 24 hours before your subscription expires, Apple will automatically debit your iTunes account. Upon successful payment, your subscription will be automatically extended for one additional period. If you do not cancel your subscription, Apple may attempt to debit your account periodically during the subscription period. Please monitor your subscription and billing status. Cancelling Renewal: To cancel auto-renewal, please do so 24 hours before the current subscription expires. Cancellation method: For the auto-renewal product you activated using your Apple ID, go to "Settings" - "iTunes & App Store" - "Apple ID" - "View Apple ID" - on the account settings page, click "Subscription" - cancel the WaveNoter membership subscription. WaveNoter User Agreement: https://wavenote-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/policy/terms_of_service/en-us.html WaveNoter User Privacy Policy: https://wavenote-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/policy/privacy/en-us.html 9. Cross device management: Manage audio files through an app or web, support classification, search, and sharing, and import external audio files for processing.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: WaveNoter at 5.0 against Astrill VPN Client's 3.7. WaveNoter also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). Astrill VPN Client's advantage is ratings volume (733 vs 2) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Astrill VPN Client sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and WaveNoter sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $14.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
WaveNoter holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Astrill VPN Client has 733 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Astrill VPN Client ships an update every 4 months, WaveNoter every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Astrill VPN Client | WaveNoter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (733 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 23.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 733 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 228 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Veloxee Corp. | WAVENOTE. INC |
Customer experience
Astrill VPN Client
WaveNoter
Bugs and requests
Astrill VPN Client
Reported bugs
3 issues- Frequent disconnections and inability to turn off VPN
- Login screen freezes and crashes
- Incompatibility issues with newer iOS versions
Requested features
3 requests- Improved mobile app with better stability and user experience
- More transparent communication about service disruptions
- Loyalty discounts for long-term subscribers
WaveNoter
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Astrill VPN Client
- 1 month$29.99
- 1 year$179.99
WaveNoter
- Pro Plan(Monthly)$14.491 Month
- Unlimited Plan(Monthly)$23.991 Month
- Pro Plan(Annually)$79.991 Year
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- Unlimited Plan(Annually)$189.991 Year
- 10 Minutes Package$0.99
- 120 Minutes Package$2.39
- 600 Minutes Package$7.90
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- 3000 Minutes Package$39.00
- 6000 Minutes Package$70.00
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