# ProxyTap vs Proxy Capture

The clearest difference is ads: ProxyTap at none against Proxy Capture's shown. ProxyTap also leads on ratings volume (18 vs 3). Proxy Capture's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 80%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ProxyTap sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and Proxy Capture sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Proxy Capture holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ProxyTap has 18 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of ProxyTap's written reviews are positive against 100% of Proxy Capture's.

ProxyTap ships an update monthly, Proxy Capture every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ProxyTap | Proxy Capture |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proxytap/id6667120510/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proxy-capture/id6745961669/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#133** | #153 |
| Size | 25 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SUMMER MINT LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1762839380) | [维 房](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811048633) |

## What reviewers say

### ProxyTap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proxytap/id6667120510)

**Currently charting:** #133 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #147 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Streamline your mobile development workflow with this tool that simplifies LAN proxy management. It offers one-click switching between proxy and direct connections, automatic configuration saving, and real-time status monitoring for efficient debugging.

**Highlights:** One-click proxy switching, Automatic configuration saving, Real-time status monitoring, Widget support for quick access, Bulk configuration management, Automatic proxy detection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Annual Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime Subscription | $19.99 | one-time |


### Proxy Capture

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proxy-capture/id6745961669)

**Currently charting:** #153 Top Free · Developer Tools, #188 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Simplify network debugging with one-tap proxy setup and switching. Features include live activities, widget control for efficiency, and automatic LAN proxy detection. Effortlessly manage network rules for simulation.

**Highlights:** One-tap proxy connection, Live Activities for connection status, Widget control for quick switching, Automatic LAN proxy detection, Granular rule control, Network simulation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Premium Membership | $3.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium Membership | $3.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Membership | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ProxyTap free?

ProxyTap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Proxy Capture free?

Proxy Capture is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ProxyTap or Proxy Capture?

Proxy Capture is rated higher. ProxyTap averages 4.7 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Proxy Capture averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do ProxyTap or Proxy Capture have ads?

Proxy Capture shows ads; ProxyTap does not.

### Which is updated more often, ProxyTap or Proxy Capture?

ProxyTap ships an update monthly, and Proxy Capture every 2 weeks. Most recently, ProxyTap was updated on September 9, 2026 and Proxy Capture on September 11, 2026.

### Which is more popular, ProxyTap or Proxy Capture?

ProxyTap currently peaks at #133 in the App Store charts, and Proxy Capture at #153. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*