# TV Assistant vs iDefNet VPN

The clearest difference is rating: iDefNet VPN at 4.3 against TV Assistant's 2.3. iDefNet VPN also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (60 vs 3). TV Assistant's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iDefNet VPN sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. TV Assistant asks for nothing beyond the download.

iDefNet VPN holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iDefNet VPN has 60 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TV Assistant ships an update every 6 weeks, iDefNet VPN every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Assistant | iDefNet VPN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-assistant/id6738694181/reviews) | **[4.3 (60 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idefnet-vpn-safe-proxy-master/id6752950767/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **60** |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 102 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.7** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Horion Software Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1778573231) | [UP IN THE AIR](https://appshunter.io/developer/1841884552) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Assistant

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-assistant/id6738694181)

Enhance your smart TV experience with screen mirroring, remote control, and photo sharing. Optimize your TV's performance and resolve connectivity issues with built-in tools. Designed for convenient and interactive big-screen entertainment.

**Highlights:** Robust screen mirroring, Reverse control and interaction, Multi-functional remote control, Photo wall for family sharing, Network diagnostics and optimization, Performance cleaning and acceleration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### iDefNet VPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idefnet-vpn-safe-proxy-master/id6752950767)

This app provides a secure and private internet connection with over 50 global servers. It offers unlimited bandwidth and data, smart server selection, and an email breach checker to protect your online security. Enjoy fast, stable browsing and access content from anywhere.

**Highlights:** 50+ global servers, Unlimited bandwidth and data, Modern VPN protocols, Smart auto-selection, Email hacking check function, Protection on public Wi-Fi

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Week Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $45.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Assistant free?

TV Assistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is iDefNet VPN free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TV Assistant or iDefNet VPN?

iDefNet VPN is rated higher. TV Assistant averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while iDefNet VPN averages 4.3 from 60 ratings.

### Do TV Assistant or iDefNet VPN have ads?

iDefNet VPN shows ads; TV Assistant does not.

### Which is updated more often, TV Assistant or iDefNet VPN?

TV Assistant ships an update every 6 weeks, and iDefNet VPN every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Assistant was updated on October 24, 2026 and iDefNet VPN on October 24, 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.*