SSH VPN vs Vegi Shield
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SSH VPN
This VPN app offers secure tunneling via SSH with UDP Gateway support and port forwarding. It allows sharing network connections and provides Wi-Fi security on public hotspots. The app is designed for stealth, stability, and minimal resource usage.
- Port Forwarding
- Share socks and http over Network/LAN
- SSH tunneling with UDP Gateway
- Wi-Fi Security on Public Hotspots
- Minimalist and low RAM usage
- Stealth and stable connection
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SSH VPN is a VPN app that can tunnel SSH via DNS with UDP Gateway (UDPGW) support And Port Forwarding. Simple and Easy Tunneling VPN with our VPN Client App. Features: - Port Forwarding - Share socks and http over Network - Share socks and http over Lan - Minimalist, no exaggerations - Low RAM usage. - Stealth and stable, no need to log in and register, easy to use - Does not save any user log information - Wi-Fi Security when using Public Hotspots - Protect your network IP and privacy security - Unmatched network speed and performance Terms of Services: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://hexasoftware.dev/ssh-vpn-ios/ Using SSH VPN for tunneling your internet connection does not guarantee to increase your internet speed it always depends on your network provider.
Vegi Shield
This application provides a secure and fast VPN connection using the IKEv2 protocol. It features encrypted data transfer and a simple, user-friendly interface, leveraging standard iOS encryption mechanisms for robust protection.
- Fast connection
- Secure data transfer
- Minimalist interface
- IKEv2 protocol support
- Standard iOS encryption
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Vegi Shield — приложение для защищённого VPN-подключения по протоколу IKEv2. Откройте приложение и нажмите одну кнопку. Регистрация не нужна: 500 МБ трафика в месяц выдаются устройству автоматически, чтобы вы могли попробовать приложение в деле. ЧТО УМЕЕТ • 500 МБ в месяц бесплатно — без аккаунта, без карты, без рекламы • Счётчик оставшегося трафика прямо на главном экране • Свои серверы: добавьте любой IKEv2-сервер вручную, по ссылке на конфигурацию или сканированием QR-кода • Список серверов с быстрым переключением между ними • Локальная сеть остаётся доступной — принтеры, AirPlay и домашние устройства не уходят в туннель • Автоматическое переподключение при смене Wi-Fi и мобильной сети • iPhone, iPad и Mac КАК ЭТО РАБОТАЕТ Приложение использует стандартный системный механизм VPN в iOS и macOS. Соединение устанавливается по IKEv2/IPsec — протоколу, который поддерживается системой изначально.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Vegi Shield at 5.0 against SSH VPN's 3.5. Vegi Shield also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). SSH VPN's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (19 vs 1). On price, 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
Both are free to download. SSH VPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Vegi Shield asks for nothing beyond the download.
Vegi Shield holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SSH VPN has 19 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
SSH VPN ships an update every 2 weeks, Vegi Shield every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SSH VPN | Vegi Shield |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (19 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 77.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 19 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #142 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Hexa Software | Egiazarov Vadim Karenovich, IP |
Customer experience
SSH VPN
Vegi Shield
In-app purchases
SSH VPN
- Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Annually3 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Pro - One-Time$24.99
Vegi Shield
No in-app purchases
