Comparison

ProxyPin vs Spider Proxy

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

Head to head
About

ProxyPin

Capture and analyze HTTP(S) traffic on your mobile device. Easily connect terminals via QR code, filter traffic, and process requests with custom scripts or rewrites. Decrypt sensitive data and block unwanted requests.

Highlights
  • QR code connection for proxy setup
  • Domain name filtering
  • JavaScript scripting for request/response processing
  • Request and response rewriting
  • Local request mapping
  • AES decryption of message bodies
  • Request blocking by URL
Features
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Features Mobile scan code connection: no need to manually configure WiFi proxy, including configuration synchronization. All terminals can scan codes to connect and forward traffic to each other. Proxy Domain name filtering: Only intercept the traffic you need, and do not intercept other traffic to avoid interference with other applications. Script: Support writing JavaScript scripts to process requests or responses. Request rewrite: Support redirection, support replacement of request or response message, and can also modify request or response according to the increase. Request mapping: Do not request remote services, use local configuration or scripts for response Request Decryption: Configure AES decryption key to automatically decrypt HTTP message body Request blocking: Support blocking requests according to URL, and do not send requests to the server. Search: Search requests according to keywords, response types and other conditions Others: Favorites, history, toolbox, etc.

About

Spider Proxy

Capture, analyze, and modify HTTP/HTTPS network traffic directly on your iOS device. Debug network requests, rewrite responses, and share data across devices. Offers advanced tools for network analysis and development.

Highlights
  • HTTPS traffic analysis
  • Rule rewrites for real-time modification
  • Data export and sharing
  • Custom HTTP(S) network debugging
  • JavaScript scripting for interface extension
  • Extensive encryption and encoding tools
Features
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Spider Proxy is a powerful mobile HTTP/HTTPS network debugging and packet capture tool for iOS. Inspect, analyze, and modify HTTP/HTTPS requests and responses directly on your iPhone or iPad without connecting to a computer. It supports request export and customizable debugging, including URL redirection and custom headers—making it an essential tool for developers and testers. Upgrade to Spider Proxy VIP to unlock seamless multi-device collaboration! Manage up to 4 secondary devices simultaneously with one-click data sync and sharing. VIP also offers flexible authorization management, allowing you to set custom rules or revoke access at any time. How It Works Spider Proxy creates a secure local VPN configuration on your device. When packet capture is enabled, a local HTTP proxy runs within the VPN process, routing local network traffic through the proxy to intercept, parse, and debug HTTP/HTTPS requests and responses. Key Features HTTPS Traffic Analysis: Deep inspection and viewing of encrypted traffic. Formatted Previews: Built-in syntax highlighting and formatting for HTML, JSON, and CSS. Real-time Rule Rewrites: Modify HTTP(S) requests and responses on the fly. Multi-device Collaboration: Multi-device authorization and effortless data sync. Secure Authorization: Encrypted authorization rules with instant access revocation. Backup & Restore: Easily back up and restore your local configuration. JS Scripting: Extend interface capabilities using custom JavaScript scripts. Request Replay: Custom HTTP(S) replaying with dependency handling and assertion checks. Developer Toolbox: Encoding & Encryption: Base64, URL Encode/Decode, MD5, SHA256, AES128, DES/3DES, RC4, Rabbit, UTF-8 conversion, ASCII tools. Utilities: Timestamp converter, Password generator, UUID generator, Color picker, Number to Chinese, JSON formatting & comparison. Terms of Use Spider Proxy is designed exclusively for network development, app debugging, and educational research. Please strictly adhere to all applicable local laws and regulations.

Screenshots

ProxyPin4 screens
Spider Proxy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ProxyPin at 4.5 against Spider Proxy's 3.8. ProxyPin also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8) and review sentiment (84% vs 67%). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Spider Proxy sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. ProxyPin asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ProxyPin holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ProxyPin has 102 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of ProxyPin's written reviews are positive against 67% of Spider Proxy's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ProxyPin ships an update every 5 weeks, Spider Proxy every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
ProxyPin versus Spider Proxy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProxyPinSpider Proxy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (102 ratings) — better3.8 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews84.1% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings102 — better10
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#20 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMinimalist Network Co., Ltd.南京诸葛文化传媒有限公司

Customer experience

ProxyPin

All ratings102 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.8%
Written reviews126 reviews
Positive84.1%
Neutral4.0%
Negative11.9%

Spider Proxy

All ratings10 ratings
Positive70.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative30.0%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative25.0%

Bugs and requests

ProxyPin

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Certificate installation fails despite enabling proxy
  • HTTPS error -2 persists after certificate reset
  • VPN icon not appearing on iOS 17.3.1+
  • Packet capture stops unexpectedly while VPN still active
  • Script editor auto-complete loses focus after clicking
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  • WeChat data not captured properly
  • Host lookup failures with timed replay
  • iOS 15.0.1 no network access after certificate trust
  • Response rewrite menu missing (only shows request rewrite)
  • Certificate webpage returns 404 or connection errors

Requested features

12 requests
  • Response body rewriting capability
  • Request replay with custom count and delay
  • Keyword highlighting persistence
  • Proxy filter persistence
  • Local file storage support ($file/fs)
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  • iOS app whitelist and blacklist
  • Shortcuts/automation integration
  • Request body preview
  • Response search functionality
  • SSL certificate solution for iOS (like Just Trust Me)
  • Dynamic debugging capability
  • Batch request replay functionality

Spider Proxy

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

ProxyPin

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Spider Proxy

One-time8
  • upgrade package$1.99
  • Basic$2.99
  • Professional$3.99
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  • Enterprise Edition$9.99
  • Expansion device$129.99
  • Expansion device$199.99
  • Expansion device$599.99
  • Expansion device$999.99

Questions

Is ProxyPin free?
ProxyPin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Spider Proxy free?
Spider Proxy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ProxyPin or Spider Proxy?
ProxyPin is rated higher. ProxyPin averages 4.5 out of 5 from 102 ratings, while Spider Proxy averages 3.8 from 10 ratings.
Do ProxyPin or Spider Proxy have ads?
Neither ProxyPin nor Spider Proxy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ProxyPin or Spider Proxy?
ProxyPin ships an update every 5 weeks, and Spider Proxy every 3 weeks. Most recently, ProxyPin was updated on September 23, 2026 and Spider Proxy on September 22, 2026.

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