Comparison

ProxyPin vs SocketChat

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

SocketChat

Features
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This is a TCP/UDP network protocol debugging tool that makes network debugging as easy as chatting with friends, turning tedious network debugging into something fun. 【Core Features】 • TCP/UDP Server Create local servers that listen on specified ports and accept client connections. Configure auto-reply (reply to any message or pattern-matched messages). • TCP/UDP Client Connect to local or remote servers for real-time message sending and receiving. Supports connection status monitoring and automatic reconnection. • Message Formats Supports three formats: plain text, hexadecimal, and Base64. Configurable text encoding (UTF-8, etc.). • DNS Query Query common DNS servers like Google DNS, Cloudflare DNS, and 114 DNS to resolve domain records. • Replay Testing Supports message replay: save your sent messages and automatically resend them every second.

Screenshots

ProxyPin4 screens
SocketChat4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ProxyPin at none against SocketChat's 1. ProxyPin also leads on ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#22 vs unranked). On price, update cadence 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. SocketChat sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ProxyPin asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ProxyPin ships an update every 5 weeks, SocketChat every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
ProxyPin versus SocketChat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProxyPinSocketChat
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (112 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews82.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings112 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#22 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMinimalist Network Co., Ltd.Nanning Signalling Network Technology Co., Ltd

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

SocketChat

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

ProxyPin

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SocketChat

One-time1
  • Remove Limitations$9.99

Questions

Is ProxyPin free?
ProxyPin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SocketChat free?
SocketChat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ProxyPin or SocketChat have ads?
SocketChat shows ads; ProxyPin does not.
Which is updated more often, ProxyPin or SocketChat?
ProxyPin ships an update every 5 weeks, and SocketChat every 2 months. Most recently, ProxyPin was updated on October 20, 2026 and SocketChat on October 5, 2026.

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