MintFlow vs Araname
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MintFlow
This advanced tool allows users to debug and control network traffic on Apple devices. It functions as a VPN and proxy client, enabling fine-grained routing, DNS customization, and HTTP/HTTPS traffic inspection and rewriting.
- System traffic capture and forwarding
- Customizable traffic routing rules
- Internal high-performance DNS server
- HTTP/HTTPS traffic capture and rewriting
- Support for WireGuard, Shadowsocks, VMESS
- On-demand VPN activation
- Siri Shortcuts integration
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MintFlow is a powerful VPN client, proxy client, traffic monitor, and HTTP/HTTPS debugging toolkit for iPhone and iPad. Bring your own VPN or proxy server, then decide exactly how traffic should flow. Use a simple single-output mode or build detailed rules for Direct, VPN, proxy, reject, and drop actions. Inspect DNS and network flows, capture HTTPS requests and responses, and test rewrites before using them. VPN AND PROXY - WireGuard VPN with file and QR code import - HTTP and SOCKS5 proxies - Pro support for AmneziaWG, Shadowsocks, Shadowsocks 2022, VMess, AnyTLS, and experimental Tailscale - Route proxy traffic through VPN connections - Tune DNS and MTU settings FLEXIBLE ROUTING AND DNS - Simple Mode for sending traffic to one Direct, VPN, or proxy output - Rule Mode with CIDR, CIDR Set, and Domain Set matching - Device-wide DNS with Direct DNS, DoT, and DoH - Domain-based App Routing - Static DNS records with Pro - Live settings and clear guidance when a VPN restart is required HTTPS CAPTURE AND WEB REWRITE - Inspect HTTP/HTTPS requests, responses, headers, and bodies using MITM decryption - Capture all supported traffic or select domains, IP addresses, and TCP ports - Search capture history and preview JSON, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, images, and more - Rewrite URLs or response bodies with jq and JavaScript - Use HTTP API Research, Request Simulator, and Rewrite Lab tools - Export AI-friendly analysis bundles and import or export portable .mfhrb rewrite bundles NETWORK VISIBILITY - DNS Log with a timeline and quick domain actions - Flow Capture with source, destination, protocol, transfer, duration, route, and location details - Pro packet capture with PCAPNG export DIAGNOSTICS AND AUTOMATION - Ping, Traceroute, DNS Test, VPN & Proxy Test, and profile diagnostics - System route, DNS, and interface information - Pro iPerf3 client for system, VPN, and proxy performance tests - Siri Shortcuts and Pro On-Demand VPN rules PROFILES THAT STAY PORTABLE MintFlow uses readable text profiles as its source of truth. Edit, validate, diagnose, import, and export your configuration. Pro unlocks multiple profiles plus iCloud sync for profiles and local jq/JavaScript resources. UNDER THE HOOD VPPRS is MintFlow's custom-built vectorized packet-processing core, inspired by the architecture of fd.io VPP, originally contributed by Cisco. It powers performance-sensitive routing and advanced tools. MintFlow 2.0 moves active packet processing to this foundation. Building and tuning core networking infrastructure takes sustained work; we are investing in it to improve performance, stability, and maintainability over time. FREE AND PRO Free includes WireGuard, HTTP and SOCKS5 proxies, Simple Mode, App Routing, DoH/DoT, DNS Log, Flow Capture, HTTP inspection, Capture All, and a practical allowance for domain sets and HTTP rewrite rules. Pro unlocks advanced protocols and tools, unlimited profile resources, iCloud sync, packet capture, and automation. IMPORTANT 1. MintFlow does not provide VPN or proxy services. You must configure your own server or a compatible third-party service. 2. HTTPS inspection requires installing and trusting the MintFlow CA certificate. Certificate pinning and some protocols may prevent capture. 3. WireGuard® is a registered trademark of Jason A. Donenfeld. Manual: https://galaxnet.dev/mintflow/manual Privacy Policy: https://galaxnet.dev/mintflow/legal/privacy/ Terms of Service: https://galaxnet.dev/mintflow/legal/tos/
Araname
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Araname is a basic tool for web developers, UI/UX designers and enthusiasts to inspect, analyze, and visualize media resources used on websites as loaded by web browsers. See resource headers and identify optimization opportunities, analyze loading performance, and detect display issues with ease. Key Features for Developers: - Identify all media assets embedded in a webpage, including lazy-loaded content - Analyze image quality, formats, dimensions, and technical details to improve site performance - Inspect video and audio resources to ensure proper implementation - Examine detailed server response headers and cache directives - Organize your findings with our intuitive filtering system - Copy resource URLs for reference and documentation - Automatically adapt to light and dark mode based on system settings - Store recent site inspections for easy access Professional Web Development: Perfect for frontend developers needing to audit websites, analyze resource delivery, check for broken media links, or evaluate optimization opportunities. Examine image formats, resolutions, cache configurations, and server response patterns to make data-driven decisions for improving site performance. Technical Inspection Tools: - Comprehensive format analysis for images, videos, and audio - Detailed technical information including MIME types, ETags, cache-control headers - Server response metrics and content delivery analysis - Adaptive UI that works seamlessly across iPhone and iPad UI/UX Design Analysis: Analyze how media is implemented across different contexts and verify that the right assets are being delivered. Compare image quality between formats and ensure your design assets are properly implemented on websites. Responsible Usage Note: This tool is intended for web development, analysis, and optimization purposes. Araname is designed for professional inspection of web resources while respecting content ownership. The app provides technical analysis capabilities for your webapps on the go.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: MintFlow at none against Araname's shown. MintFlow also leads on chart position (#170 vs unranked). Araname's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly). 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
Both are free to download. MintFlow sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year and Araname sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
MintFlow ships an update monthly, Araname every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MintFlow | Araname |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #170 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 75 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GalaxNet Ltd. | Keiver Hernandez |
In-app purchases
MintFlow
- MintFlow NetStack Pro Yearly14 Days trial$5.991 Year
- Pro Features$9.99
Araname
- Ad-Free Experience$1.99









