Comparison

OpenVPN Connect vs V2Box

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

Head to head
About

OpenVPN Connect

This official client app provides secure remote access to internal networks and cloud resources using a zero-trust VPN protocol. It ensures continuous verification for every access request, regardless of location. It requires a compatible OpenVPN business solution to function.

Highlights
  • Secure VPN tunneling
  • AES-256 encryption & TLS 1.3
  • MDM-friendly configuration
  • Device posture checks
  • Seamless split-tunneling
  • Kill switch protection
  • MFA authentication support
Features
Currently charting
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OpenVPN Connect is the official OpenVPN client app developed by OpenVPN Inc., the creators of the OpenVPN® protocol. Designed for use with OpenVPN’s zero-trust business VPN solutions, this app enables secure remote access to internal networks, cloud resources, and private applications. A zero-trust VPN is a virtual private network that requires continuous identity and device verification for every access request, adhering to the principle of 'never trust, always verify,' regardless of the user's location. IMPORTANT NOTE: This app does NOT include a built-in VPN service. It establishes an OpenVPN tunnel to a VPN server or service that is compatible with the OpenVPN protocol. It is meant for use with OpenVPN’s business Zero-trust VPN solutions: • Access Server (self-hosted) • CloudConnexa® (cloud-delivered) KEY FEATURES • Fast, secure VPN tunneling with OpenVPN protocol • Strong AES-256 encryption and TLS 1.3 support • MDM-friendly with a global configuration file • Device posture checks** • Import of connection profile with URL** • Captive Wi-Fi portal detection • Web authentication for SAML SSO support • HTTP proxy configuration • Seamless split-tunneling and auto-reconnect • Works over Wi-Fi, LTE/4G, 5G, and all mobile networks • Easy setup & import of .ovpn profiles • Kill switch for fail-safe protection • IPv6 and DNS leak protection • Support for certificate, username/password, external certificate, and MFA authentication ** Works with Access Server and CloudConnexa HOW TO USE OPENVPN CONNECT: Easily get connected by simply entering your organization’s URL and login — no complex setup required. BEST PAIRED WITH OPENVPN BUSINESS SOLUTIONS: • Access Server – Self-hosted zero-trust VPN software server with web-based administration, access control, clustering for horizontal scaling, flexible authentication methods, and zero-trust controls. • CloudConnexa® – Cloud-delivered Zero-Trust business VPN service offered from 30+ worldwide locations with ZTNA, application domain name routing, IPsec support for connecting networks, and advanced identity, device posture, and location context continuous checks. Trusted by Global Businesses: Over 20,000 organizations, including Salesforce, Target, Boeing, and others, rely on OpenVPN’s Zero-Trust VPN solutions.

About

V2Box

This app acts as a VPN internet network proxy, supporting a wide range of proxy protocols including Shadowsocks, V2ray, and Trojan. It offers advanced features like Reality support, multiple encryption options, and enhanced privacy protection without requiring login or registration.

Highlights
  • Multiple proxy protocol support
  • Custom server configuration
  • Advanced protocol features (Reality, vless, utls)
  • Various encryption options
  • Stealthy and stable operation
  • Privacy protection and IP masking
  • Public Wi-Fi security
Features
Currently charting
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V2box - VPN Internet network proxy , Supports multiple proxy protocols, such as Shadowsocks, V2ray, Vmess, Trojan , SSH , Socks, Ping Tunnel, Hysteria2, DNSTT, Wireguard Features: - Support for adding custom servers proxy (Shadowsocks, v2ray, trojan, vless, vmess, SSH, hysteria2, Ping Tunnel, Wireguard) - Support Reality (xray) - Support vless vision - Support utls - Support SSH with UDP Gateway (udpgw) - Network Combiner, Improve speed and stability (Merge WiFi & Cellular) - Stop on Sleep (Improve Battery usage) - Share on Local SOCKS5 / HTTP (accessible over network) - Custom DNS setup (DOU,DOH,DOT) - Custom Flexible Routing - Multiple encryption protocol support, AES-128-GCM, AES-192-GCM, AES-256-GCM, Chacha20-IETF, Chacha20 - ietf - poly1305, xchacha20 ietf -- poly1305 - Stealth and stable, no need to log in and register, easy to use - Does not save any user log information - Wi-Fi Security when using Public Hotspots - Protect your network IP and privacy security - Unmatched network speed and performance Terms of Services: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://hexasoftware.dev/v2box-terms/

Screenshots

OpenVPN Connect4 screens
V2Box4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: OpenVPN Connect at none against V2Box's shown. OpenVPN Connect also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). V2Box's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for OpenVPN Connect against 4.7 for V2Box. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 40K and 99K respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 45% and 46% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OpenVPN Connect ships an update every 4 months, V2Box every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
OpenVPN Connect versus V2Box: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpenVPN ConnectV2Box
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (40K ratings) — better4.7 (99K ratings)
Positive reviews44.9% of reviews45.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings40K99K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#182#96 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB156 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOpenVPN Inc.techlaim

Customer experience

OpenVPN Connect

All ratings40,383 ratings
Positive96.0%
Neutral1.1%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews1,555 reviews
Positive44.9%
Neutral9.2%
Negative45.9%

V2Box

All ratings98,515 ratings
Positive92.6%
Neutral2.3%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews401 reviews
Positive45.9%
Neutral9.7%
Negative44.4%

User reviews

OpenVPN Connect

From 40K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and reliable VPN connection
  • 🔒 Secure and trustworthy VPN client
  • 👍 Easy to set up and use
  • 🌟 Excellent customer support

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connection issues and disconnects
  • 🔋 Drains battery life
  • 📱 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 🤔 Confusing setup process for some users

V2Box

From 99K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🔒 Secure connection
  • 👍 Convenient features
  • 🚀 Reliable performance
  • 👍 Great app

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and crashes
  • 🔋 High battery usage
  • 📺 Annoying ads
  • 🔍 Complicated settings
  • 🔌 Connection issues

Bugs and requests

OpenVPN Connect

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Black screen issue after app update
  • Profiles not working after app update
  • Inability to connect to home network after update
  • Slow performance and intermittent connectivity

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for Elliptic Curve Crypto
  • Improve profile management and editing
  • Integrate with iOS Files app for easier configuration
  • Implement automatic reconnect and kill switch features

V2Box

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Cannot delete configurations
  • Subscription links not updating
  • Frequent disconnections
  • App crashes after update
  • Routing issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add batch delete server feature
  • Improve split tunneling options
  • Provide paid plan to remove ads
  • Add speed test feature
  • Allow selecting and updating Xray core

In-app purchases

None

OpenVPN Connect

No in-app purchases

None

V2Box

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OpenVPN Connect free?
OpenVPN Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is V2Box free?
V2Box is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, OpenVPN Connect or V2Box?
OpenVPN Connect is rated higher. OpenVPN Connect averages 4.8 out of 5 from 40K ratings, while V2Box averages 4.7 from 99K ratings.
Do OpenVPN Connect or V2Box have ads?
V2Box shows ads; OpenVPN Connect does not.
Which is updated more often, OpenVPN Connect or V2Box?
OpenVPN Connect ships an update every 4 months, and V2Box every 4 days. Most recently, OpenVPN Connect was updated on October 18, 2026 and V2Box on October 18, 2026.
Which is more popular, OpenVPN Connect or V2Box?
OpenVPN Connect currently peaks at #182 in the App Store charts, and V2Box at #96. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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