Comparison

MintFlow vs XRay Connect

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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Connect to your own VPN or proxy, block ad and tracker domains, and inspect or rewrite web traffic. MintFlow brings VPN connections, flexible routing, DNS filtering, and HTTP/HTTPS debugging together on iPhone and iPad. Use Simple Mode to send traffic through one Direct, VPN, or proxy output, or build detailed routing rules. See where connections go, investigate DNS queries, and capture the requests and responses you need. VPN AND PROXY - WireGuard VPN with file and QR code import - HTTP and SOCKS5 proxies - Pro support for AmneziaWG, Shadowsocks, Shadowsocks 2022, VMess, AnyTLS, VLESS with REALITY and Vision, Trojan, and experimental Tailscale - Trojan over TCP or WebSocket with TLS - Import supported VLESS, Trojan, VMess, AnyTLS, and Shadowsocks share links by pasting a link, scanning a QR code, or choosing a QR image - Route proxy traffic through VPN connections BUILT-IN DNS AD BLOCKING - Free, opt-in filtering of ad and tracker domains inside MintFlow - Choose AdGuard DNS filter, HaGeZi Multi Normal, or OISD Small - Bundled lists let you get started without an initial filter download - Automatic filter-list updates and manual refresh - Keep your preferred DNS servers; no HTTPS decryption certificate required for DNS filtering - Check domains against a filter and inspect blocking decisions in DNS Log FLEXIBLE ROUTING AND DNS - Match networks, domain sets, and domain keywords - Choose Direct, VPN, proxy, reject, or drop actions - Device-wide DNS with Direct DNS, DoT, and DoH - Static DNS records with Pro - Live settings with 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 - Explore HTTP API Research, Request Simulator, and Rewrite Lab - Export AI-friendly analysis bundles and exchange portable .mfhrb rewrite bundles NETWORK VISIBILITY AND TOOLS - DNS Log with a timeline, quick domain actions, and filtering by matched rule type - Flow Capture with destination, protocol, transfer, duration, and route details - Pro packet capture with PCAPNG export - Ping, Traceroute, DNS Test, VPN & Proxy Test, and profile diagnostics - Pro iPerf3 performance tests and On-Demand VPN rules - Siri Shortcuts integration PORTABLE PROFILES Edit, validate, import, and export readable text profiles. Review compilation notices to understand the effective configuration. Pro adds multiple profiles and iCloud sync for profiles and local rewrite scripts. Save a preferred Tailscale exit node in your profile, with separate controls for live device settings. FREE AND PRO Free includes WireGuard, HTTP and SOCKS5 proxies, DNS ad blocking, Simple Mode, App Routing, DoH/DoT, DNS Log, Flow Capture, HTTP inspection, Capture All, and an allowance for domain sets and HTTP rewrite rules. Pro unlocks advanced protocols and tools, expanded profile resources, iCloud sync, packet capture, and automation. IMPORTANT 1. MintFlow does not provide VPN or proxy services. Configure your own server or a compatible third-party service. 2. DNS filtering blocks matching domains; it cannot remove every ad or filter individual page elements. 3. HTTPS inspection requires installing and trusting the MintFlow CA certificate. Certificate pinning and some protocols may prevent capture. 4. 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/

About

XRay Connect

Features
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Xray Connect is a free VPN client that supports a wide range of protocols including v2ray, vmess, vless, xtls, trojan, shadowsocks, providing secure and fast browsing. Key Features: Log: Keep track of your activities. Assets: Manage your VPN configurations and resources. DNS: Easily set and customize DNS settings for privacy. Route: Configure routing for optimized connection speeds. Inbound & Outbound: Manage inbound and outbound traffic for better control and security. No Ads: Enjoy an ad-free experience. Features: Toggle TLS allowInsecure in the VPN settings. Test VPN latency, sort by latency, and delete failed VPN configurations. Receive push notifications for the latest updates.

Screenshots

MintFlow4 screens
XRay Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: XRay Connect at none against MintFlow's 2. XRay Connect also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 weeks) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). MintFlow's advantage is ratings volume (8 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, chart position 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. MintFlow sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year. XRay Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

XRay Connect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MintFlow has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MintFlow ships an update every 5 weeks, XRay Connect every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
MintFlow versus XRay Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMintFlowXRay Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (8 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#200#169 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size98 MB65 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperGalaxNet Ltd.DV Lottery Photo Tool

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MintFlow

Subscriptions1
  • MintFlow NetStack Pro Yearly14 Days trial$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Features$9.99
None

XRay Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MintFlow free?
MintFlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is XRay Connect free?
XRay Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MintFlow or XRay Connect?
XRay Connect is rated higher. MintFlow averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while XRay Connect averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do MintFlow or XRay Connect have ads?
Neither MintFlow nor XRay Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MintFlow or XRay Connect?
MintFlow ships an update every 5 weeks, and XRay Connect every 10 days. Most recently, MintFlow was updated on October 25, 2026 and XRay Connect on October 25, 2026.
Which is more popular, MintFlow or XRay Connect?
MintFlow currently peaks at #200 in the App Store charts, and XRay Connect at #169. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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