Comparison

ProxyPin vs avoGate VPN

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

avoGate VPN

This app offers a suite of diagnostic and testing tools for analyzing Trojan-based connections. It allows users to import configurations from any Trojan service or their own server for quick connection and includes features like ping checks and traffic path analysis.

Highlights
  • Trojan protocol client
  • Ping check for latency
  • Cloudflare traffic trace
  • Import server configurations
  • Fast connect/disconnect
  • Privacy-focused data handling
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avoGate is a lightweight VPN client equipped with a suite of network tools designed for analyzing, testing, and debugging connections using the Trojan protocol. * Important Information avoGate does not sell or provide VPN servers or VPN subscriptions. Users are responsible for setting up their own VPN servers and must comply with local laws when using the application. avoGate is a provider-agnostic client: import configurations from any VPN service or your own personal VPN server and connect with a single tap. * Key Features VPN Connection — enable or disable an encrypted connection via the Trojan protocol with one tap. Ping Check — measure network latency to servers located in various regions around the world. Cloudflare Trace — analyze the traffic path to Cloudflare servers. * Why Choose avoGate Trojan Protocol — a modern VPN technology resistant to deep packet inspection (DPI) and network filtering. Network Utilities — test network parameters, identify bottlenecks, and optimize your connection. Complete Privacy — avoGate does not collect or store any personal data. * Powered by the Trojan Protocol Trojan is a sophisticated, stealthy VPN protocol that mimics standard HTTPS traffic, making it difficult to detect. It combines the security of TLS encryption with the performance of advanced tunneling, offering an ideal balance between speed and privacy. * Privacy First avoGate does not keep usage logs, track user behavior, or ever sell your data.

Screenshots

ProxyPin4 screens
avoGate VPN3 screens

Verdict

The call

ProxyPin and avoGate VPN both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 82% of ProxyPin's written reviews are positive against 36% of avoGate VPN's. ProxyPin also leads on chart position (#20 vs #126) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). avoGate VPN's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (370 vs 112). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 — 4.5 for ProxyPin against 4.4 for avoGate VPN. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 112 and 370 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of ProxyPin's written reviews are positive against 36% of avoGate VPN's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ProxyPin ships an update every 5 weeks, avoGate VPN every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
ProxyPin versus avoGate VPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProxyPinavoGate VPN
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (112 ratings) — better4.4 (370 ratings)
Positive reviews82.3% of reviews — better35.7% of reviews
Number of ratings112370 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#20 — better#126
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMinimalist Network Co., Ltd.Avocado VPN Technologies

Customer experience

ProxyPin

All ratings109 ratings
Positive88.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.9%
Written reviews141 reviews
Positive82.3%
Neutral5.0%
Negative12.8%

avoGate VPN

All ratings370 ratings
Positive83.8%
Neutral2.4%
Negative13.8%
Written reviews224 reviews
Positive35.7%
Neutral10.7%
Negative53.6%

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

avoGate VPN

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

ProxyPin

No in-app purchases

None

avoGate VPN

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ProxyPin free?
ProxyPin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is avoGate VPN free?
avoGate VPN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ProxyPin or avoGate VPN?
ProxyPin is rated higher. ProxyPin averages 4.5 out of 5 from 112 ratings, while avoGate VPN averages 4.4 from 370 ratings.
Do ProxyPin or avoGate VPN have ads?
Neither ProxyPin nor avoGate VPN shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ProxyPin or avoGate VPN?
ProxyPin ships an update every 5 weeks, and avoGate VPN every 2 weeks. Most recently, ProxyPin was updated on October 24, 2026 and avoGate VPN on October 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, ProxyPin or avoGate VPN?
ProxyPin currently peaks at #20 in the App Store charts, and avoGate VPN at #126. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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