VulnWatch vs SwanArc
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VulnWatch
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VulnWatch is a comprehensive security intelligence application designed to keep security professionals and IT administrators informed about the latest vulnerabilities. We aggregate vulnerability data from authoritative sources including NVD (National Vulnerability Database) and CISA (Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency), delivering critical security information directly to your device. ### Key Features **AI-Powered Vulnerability Summaries (NEW - iOS 26+)** Leverage Apple Intelligence to generate concise, actionable vulnerability briefs. Get risk assessments and recommended actions in your preferred language, helping you quickly understand and prioritize security threats. **Comprehensive Vulnerability Feed** Access vulnerability information from NVD and CISA, ensuring you always have the latest security data at your fingertips. **CVSS v4 Support** Full support for the latest CVSS 4.0 scoring system, alongside CVSS 3.x and 2.0, providing accurate severity assessments using industry-standard metrics. **Detailed Vulnerability Information** Each vulnerability entry includes: - CVE ID and description - CVSS scores (v4, v3, v2) with severity ratings - CWE (Common Weakness Enumeration) - CPE (Common Platform Enumeration) - EPSS (Exploitation Prediction Scoring System) probability - Publication and modification dates **KEV Catalog Integration** Access CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog to quickly identify actively exploited threats requiring immediate attention. **Exploit Availability** Check if public exploit code exists for vulnerabilities, enabling accurate risk assessment and prioritization. **Smart Search & Filtering** - Sort by update date, publication date, CVSS score, or EPSS - Filter by severity, KEV status, and exploit availability - Flexible minimum score thresholds **Curated Top Vulnerabilities** Discover trending vulnerabilities across categories: KEV listings, high severity issues, popular vendors, and commonly affected software. **Reference Links** Quick access to detailed technical resources and vendor advisories for each vulnerability.
SwanArc
This app provides a secure networking solution for AI agents and demanding users. It offers fully encrypted tunnels, ephemeral key exchange, and zero logging for a distinctive networking experience across devices.
- Secure networking for AI agents
- Ephemeral key exchange
- Fully encrypted tunnels
- Zero logging policy
- Converged virtual networking
- Native cross-device experience
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Why SwanArc? More than connectivity. SwanArc brings flexible connections, privacy protection, virtual networking, and a consistent cross-platform experience together. Flexible Connections Streamlined setup and multiple connection modes enable efficient cross-region connectivity. Privacy. Period. Ephemeral key exchange, zero logs, and layered security ensure full-stack protection. Networking, Redefined More capable, yet simple—transcending traditional connectivity and security boundaries. One Experience Native on every platform, delivering a seamless and consistent networking experience. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: SwanArc at none against VulnWatch's shown. SwanArc also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 weeks) and device support (4 vs 1). On price 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
Both are free to download. VulnWatch sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and SwanArc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
VulnWatch ships an update every 4 weeks, SwanArc every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.
| Parameter | VulnWatch | SwanArc |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 105 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Naoyuki Sato | Amia Networks Inc. |
In-app purchases
VulnWatch
- Small gift$4.99
- Medium gift$9.99
- Large gift$19.99
SwanArc
- Monthly$4.991 Month
- Annual Subscription$49.991 Year









