Comparison

Groot VPN vs v4freedom

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

Head to head
About

Groot VPN

Enhance your internet security and speed with this tool that offers a wide selection of V2Ray and Xray servers. It provides easy connection, customizable settings, and built-in network testing utilities for a secure and stable online experience.

Highlights
  • V2Ray & Xray protocols support
  • Speed Test, IP Check, Ping Test
  • Customizable connection settings
  • User-friendly interface
  • Stable and secure connections
  • Wide server node selection
Features
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Groot VPN client and servers node is V2Ray which uses Core Update and has many features and is designed with the aim of increasing the security and speed of the Internet and fully complies with the laws of the countries. Designed to be easy to use .Ability to set dns .Speed Test tool .IP check tool .Ping test tool .Very high-speed and uninterrupted V2ray servers Node with easy connection .The Xray & V2ray core is always updated .Vless , Vmess , Shadowsocks5 , Trojan V2Ray & Xray protocols .Very suitable speed with your internet .High security of Node V2Ray servers .Different internet and connection test tools Customization: You can customize your entire connection with V2ray servers Add manual Configs: You can enter your desired configuration and connect to your personal server very securely User-Friendly Interface: The simple and intuitive user interface of GrootRay caters to users of all levels, making it easy for everyone to navigate and utilize its features. Stable Connections: Leveraging advanced technologies, GrootRay ensures stable and uninterrupted connections, enhancing your overall user experience. Strong Encryption: Grootray employs strong encryption to safeguard your data during transmission. This ensures that your online communications are secure and protected. Wide V2ray & Xray Server Node Selection: Access a multitude of servers globally, enabling you to quickly and easily explore different regions and services with ease. Privacy : https://apigrootray.metadevloper.online/pages/legal2 https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

v4freedom

This app provides a free, secure, and fast VPN service with extensive protocol support and no configuration required. It offers features like server speed testing, QR code sharing, and an ad blocker for enhanced browsing. Users can join a community to share and discover VPN servers.

Highlights
  • Extensive protocol support (v2ray, SSH, WireGuard, WARP)
  • Proprietary v4freedom protocol
  • Easy VPN configuration modification and sharing
  • QR code functionality for VPN setup
  • Comprehensive VPN server speed testing
  • Ad blocker
  • Advanced bypass and proxy rules
Features
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v4freedom is a fast, secure VPN app for every platform. Connect with a single click using fresh free servers, or step up to Premium VPN for dedicated speed and quality. Bring your own server, sync everything across your devices, and stay in control of your connection. What's new and main features: A fresh, modern design with dark and light themes. Premium VPN plans for faster, more reliable connections. Smart personal server setup: turn your own server into a VPN in a few taps. Encrypted cloud storage: your configs and subscriptions are encrypted with your own passphrase and sync automatically across all your devices. Import configs from files, links or QR codes, with .v4f file support. Per-server details and usage, so you always know what you are using. Smarter auto-connect to the best and fastest server for your network. Extensive protocol support: v2ray (vmess, vless, trojan, shadowsocks, socks, WireGuard), SSH tunnel and WARP. Our proprietary v4freedom protocol. Full speed testing (tcping, real delay, httping) with sorting by speed. Subscription groups with auto-update, speed sorting and smart configurations. VPN mode and Proxy mode, advanced bypass and proxy rules, and per-app proxy. DoH (DNS over HTTPS) settings for more private DNS. Smart notifications by email, Telegram and push. Referral and loyalty program: invite friends and get rewarded. Per-device keys for stronger account security. Ads blocker. Available on mobile and desktop, in many languages. Join the v4freedom community to share and discover VPN servers. We value your feedback: For any feedback or questions, reach out to us at contact@v4freedom.com Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Groot VPN4 screens
v4freedom4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Groot VPN at none against v4freedom's shown. Groot VPN also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). v4freedom's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (249 vs 5). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Groot VPN sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and v4freedom sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Groot VPN holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: v4freedom has 249 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Groot VPN's written reviews are positive against 67% of v4freedom's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Groot VPN ships an update every 6 weeks, v4freedom weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Groot VPN versus v4freedom: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGroot VPNv4freedom
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better4.6 (249 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings5249 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.615.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB170 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperM.T.D LtdShahtek

Customer experience

Groot VPN

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

v4freedom

All ratings249 ratings
Positive88.4%
Neutral4.0%
Negative7.6%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Groot VPN

Subscriptions6
  • 1 Month Single Subscribe$6.991 Month
  • 1 Month Family Subscribe$7.991 Month
  • 3 Month Single Subscribe$17.993 Months
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  • 3 Month Family Subscribe$19.993 Months
  • 6 Month Single Subscribe$34.996 Months
  • 6 Month Family Subscribe$39.996 Months
4 purchases

v4freedom

Subscriptions2
  • v4freedom Pro$1.991 Month
  • v4freedom Pro$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • v4freedom Pro (Lifetime - iOS)$14.99
  • v4freedom Pro (Lifetime - All OS)$199.99

Questions

Is Groot VPN free?
Groot VPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is v4freedom free?
v4freedom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Groot VPN or v4freedom?
Groot VPN is rated higher. Groot VPN averages 5.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while v4freedom averages 4.6 from 249 ratings.
Do Groot VPN or v4freedom have ads?
v4freedom shows ads; Groot VPN does not.
Which is updated more often, Groot VPN or v4freedom?
Groot VPN ships an update every 6 weeks, and v4freedom weekly. Most recently, Groot VPN was updated on October 24, 2026 and v4freedom on October 25, 2026.

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