Comparison

Echo VPN vs TheGreenWhale

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

Head to head
About

Echo VPN

This app provides two distinct VPN modes: one for secure global internet access and another for accelerating domestic Chinese content. It offers strong encryption, dynamic server switching, and is built on open-source technology. Users can enjoy a limited free daily session or subscribe for unlimited access.

Highlights
  • Privacy VPN mode
  • China App Acceleration mode
  • Open-source foundation (Tailscale/WireGuard)
  • Dynamic server switching
  • Optimized for speed and performance
  • One-tap connection
Features
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Echo VPN offers two practical modes in one app: Privacy VPN for everyday secure internet access, and China App Acceleration for overseas users who need Chinese apps and content to stay responsive. PRIVACY VPN MODE - Encrypted VPN connection for everyday network privacy - Streaming support for Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, and Amazon Prime Video on supported servers - View each server's streaming capabilities in the server list before connecting - Dynamic server switching without restarting the VPN - Useful on public Wi-Fi, mobile networks, and travel connections - No registration required - connect with one tap CHINA APP ACCELERATION MODE - Access Chinese music, video, and everyday apps while abroad - Optimized for overseas Chinese, students, and business travelers - Smart routing focuses acceleration on Chinese app traffic - One-tap connection and access point selection WHY ECHO VPN? + Lightweight App: Only 10 MB, keeping downloads small and saving storage + Live Server Switching: Change servers without restarting the VPN + Purpose-Built Protocol: Our own VPN protocol powers both Privacy VPN and China App Acceleration + Dual Mode: Privacy VPN + China App Acceleration in a single app + Simple Workflow: Choose a mode, choose a server, connect, and check status + Freemium Model: Free use with ads and speed limits, or subscribe FREE USE AND SUBSCRIPTION - Free users may see ads and free-tier speed limits - Subscription removes ads and free-tier limits Notes: 1. Both Privacy VPN mode and China App Acceleration mode are intended for users outside Mainland China and are not available for Mainland China IP addresses. Privacy Policy: https://huiyin.app/privacy/ Terms of Service: https://huiyin.app/tos/

About

TheGreenWhale

Experience fast and secure internet connections anywhere. This accelerator protects your online activities and ensures privacy with a user-friendly interface. Protect all your devices simultaneously with one account.

Highlights
  • Privacy-focused with no activity logs
  • Optimized servers for ultra-fast speeds
  • One-tap connection for instant security
  • Multi-device support with one account
  • User-friendly interface
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Experience blazing-fast and secure internet connections! No matter where you are, our accelerator ensures your online activities remain private and protected. Whether you're browsing at home, using public Wi-Fi, or traveling abroad, we've got you covered. Key Features: Privacy First: We respect your privacy and do not keep any logs of your activity, ensuring complete anonymity. Ultra-Fast Speeds: Enjoy optimized servers for streaming, downloading, and browsing without interruption. Easy to Use: User-friendly interface with simple setup. Connect with just one tap to secure your connection instantly. Multi-Device Support: Protect all your devices with one account. Supports simultaneous connections on iPhone and Ipad. 【Automatic subscription service description】 1.Subscription service: a) TheGreenWhale Continuous packet cycle VIP (one week) b) TheGreenWhale Consumable purchase 30 Days VIP 2.Subscription price a) TheGreenWhale VIP: Continuous packet cycle VIP $1.99/week b) TheGreenWhale VIP Consumable purchase 30 Days Payment: After the user confirms the purchase and pays, it is credited to the iTunes account Automatic renewal: The Apple iTunes account will be charged within 24 hours before the expiration date, and the subscription period will be extended by one subscription period upon successful deduction. Turn off the service: You can go to Settings on your iPhone -- > Enter iTunes Store and App Store - > Apple ID, Select "View Apple ID", enter the" Account Settings "page, click" Subscribe ", manage the automatic subscription service, if you need to cancel, you can close 24 hours before the end of each billing period, no charge within 24 hours before the expiration 3.Service agreement a) Terms of Service: https://yunzhou.app/appication/jsq-tos-en.html b) Privacy Policy: https://yunzhou.app/appication/jsq-privacy-policy-en.html

Screenshots

Echo VPN3 screens
TheGreenWhale3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Echo VPN at 63% against TheGreenWhale's 0%. Echo VPN also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (9 vs 1). TheGreenWhale's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Echo VPN sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and TheGreenWhale sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TheGreenWhale holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Echo VPN has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 63% of Echo VPN's written reviews are positive against 0% of TheGreenWhale's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Echo VPN ships an update every 6 weeks, TheGreenWhale fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Echo VPN versus TheGreenWhale: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEcho VPNTheGreenWhale
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (9 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGalaxNet Ltd.BLUE SKY TECHNOLOGY

Customer experience

Echo VPN

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative37.5%

TheGreenWhale

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Echo VPN

Subscriptions4
  • 月度订阅$2.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • 年度订阅$29.991 Year
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  • Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
3 purchases

TheGreenWhale

Subscriptions1
  • TheGreenWhale Premium(a week)$1.997 Days
One-time2
  • 30 Days VIP$4.99
  • 90 Days VIP$12.99

Questions

Is Echo VPN free?
Echo VPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TheGreenWhale free?
TheGreenWhale is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Echo VPN or TheGreenWhale?
TheGreenWhale is rated higher. Echo VPN averages 4.3 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while TheGreenWhale averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Echo VPN or TheGreenWhale have ads?
Echo VPN shows ads; TheGreenWhale does not.
Which is updated more often, Echo VPN or TheGreenWhale?
Echo VPN ships an update every 6 weeks, and TheGreenWhale fortnightly. Most recently, Echo VPN was updated on October 24, 2026 and TheGreenWhale on October 16, 2026.

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