# Chat API vs Proxy Capture

The clearest difference is rating: Proxy Capture at 5.0 against Chat API's 4.2. Proxy Capture also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 75%) and chart position (#153 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Chat API sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month 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 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Chat API's written reviews are positive against 100% of Proxy Capture's.

Chat API ships an update weekly, Proxy Capture every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Chat API | Proxy Capture |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chat-api-ai-wrapper/id6670289029/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proxy-capture/id6745961669/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#153** |
| Size | 78 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Andres Nunez Soto](https://appshunter.io/developer/1748007663) | [维 房](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811048633) |

## What reviewers say

### Chat API

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chat-api-ai-wrapper/id6670289029)

Access powerful AI models locally or through cloud APIs. This tool offers flexible integration with GPT-4, OpenAI, Grok, and local LLMs for diverse tasks like coding, drafting, and research.

**Highlights:** Private local LLM support with Ollama, OpenAI and Grok API integration, Built-in text-only GPT-4 model, Bing-powered real-time searches, Image generation capabilities, Seamless model switching

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Access (Yearly) | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro Supporter Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


### 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 Chat API free?

Chat API 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, Chat API or Proxy Capture?

Proxy Capture is rated higher. Chat API averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Proxy Capture averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Chat API or Proxy Capture have ads?

Both Chat API and Proxy Capture show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Chat API or Proxy Capture?

Chat API ships an update weekly, and Proxy Capture every 2 weeks. Most recently, Chat API was updated on September 17, 2026 and Proxy Capture on September 11, 2026.

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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.*