Comparison

Slug vs Airswitch

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

Head to head
About

Slug

This app provides a direct connection to your YOURLS server, allowing you to create custom, branded short links. Track link performance and simplify sharing without relying on third-party services or sharing your data.

Highlights
  • Connect to YOURLS server
  • Create custom short links
  • Track link analytics
  • Clipboard URL shortening
  • Share extension integration
Features
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Slug is a fast, polished client for YOURLS, the self-hosted URL shortener. Connect your own YOURLS server, create custom short links, manage your history, generate QR codes, and keep control of your links without relying on a hosted shortening service. Built for developers, creators, marketers, and teams who want a cleaner way to manage self-hosted short links from iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Key Features: • Connect directly to your YOURLS server • Create custom short links with your own keywords • Generate QR codes for any shortened link • Manage link history across multiple profiles • Shorten links from Safari and other apps with the Share Extension • Quickly shorten URLs from your clipboard • View core YOURLS link stats and history • Import and export your link data • Optional support for Slug YOURLS plugins • Hide plugin-related features when you want a simpler interface Slug+: Unlock advanced customization and power-user features, including expanded profile support, QR code customization, import/export tools, and full-library sync for supported accounts. Your links stay yours. Slug works with the YOURLS server you control, giving you a focused, native app for creating and managing short links without moving your workflow to someone else’s link-shortening platform.

About

Airswitch

Features
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Airswitch is a VPN focused on connection speed and reliable server infrastructure. Connect to a VPN server in your preferred location and manage your connection through a simple interface. The app is designed for users who value fast connection times, clear server selection, and stable network performance. Features: — Fast VPN connection — Server infrastructure built for reliable performance — Available location selection — Connection status display — Simple interface without unnecessary settings Connection speed and quality may depend on your network, the distance to the server, the selected location, and current server load. For more information about data collection and processing, please refer to the app’s Privacy Policy. End User License Agreement: https://airswitch.cc/eula/ Privacy Policy: https://airswitch.cc/privacy/

Screenshots

Slug4 screens
Airswitch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Slug at every 3 weeks against Airswitch's every 3 months. Slug also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Airswitch's advantage is chart position (#115 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Slug sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Airswitch sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Slug ships an update every 3 weeks, Airswitch every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Slug versus Airswitch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSlugAirswitch
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank—#115 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.017 — better
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB64 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperNicholas DapolitoTEHNOGRAD RM 014 DOO

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Slug

One-time1
  • Quick.Link+$3.99
2 purchases

Airswitch

Subscriptions2
  • Airswitch Pro – Weekly3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Airswitch Pro – Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days

Questions

Is Slug free?
Slug is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Airswitch free?
Airswitch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Slug or Airswitch have ads?
Neither Slug nor Airswitch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Slug or Airswitch?
Slug ships an update every 3 weeks, and Airswitch every 3 months. Most recently, Slug was updated on October 18, 2026 and Airswitch on October 7, 2026.

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