Linsoc vs SocksSSH
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Linsoc
This tool allows users to change their IP address and encrypt data transmissions. It supports Socks5 and IKEv2 protocols, simplifying secure connections with account login.
- IP address modification
- Data encryption
- Socks5 protocol support
- IKEv2 protocol support
- Account-based login
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A proxy and IPSec tool, after connecting, the user can change the ipaddress and encrypt the transmitted data. Have Socks5 and IKEv2 protocols, use Linsoc account to log in, no need to set server connection parameters.
SocksSSH
Create secure SSH tunnels with SOCKS5 proxy support. This tool helps system administrators and developers establish stable connections, route traffic through tunnels, and monitor network activity for debugging.
- Secure SSH tunnel creation
- SOCKS5 proxy support
- Intuitive connection interface
- Network traffic routing
- Detailed connection logs
- Traffic monitoring and debugging
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SocksSSH is a tool for creating secure SSH tunnels with SOCKS5 proxy support, specifically designed for system administrators and developers. The app allows you to: - Establish stable SSH connections to your servers with an intuitive interface. - Configure a local SOCKS5 proxy to route network traffic through the SSH tunnel. - Maintain detailed logs of requests and connections, helping to quickly identify and resolve network issues. - Monitor traffic activity and perform thorough debugging of network connections.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Linsoc at 4.8 against SocksSSH's 4.0. Linsoc also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. SocksSSH sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Linsoc asks for nothing beyond the download.
Linsoc holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 4 respectively.
Linsoc ships an update every 4 days, SocksSSH every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Linsoc | SocksSSH |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (6 ratings) — better | 4.0 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 6 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Linkwill Co Ltd | MAKING-APP, TOO |
In-app purchases
Linsoc
No in-app purchases
SocksSSH
- Pro Version$24.99
