DefaultVPN vs Buddy VPN
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DefaultVPN
This is a free, open-source VPN client that requires a separate VPN configuration key to function. It prioritizes user privacy by storing all data locally on the device and not collecting or transmitting personal information.
- Free open-source VPN client
- Requires VPN configuration key
- No personal data collection
- Local data storage
- Privacy-focused
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Default VPN is a free open-source VPN client. It is not a ready-made VPN service. To use it, a VPN configuration in the form of a key is required. Default VPN does not collect or transmit personal data. All data entered by users is stored locally on the device.
Buddy VPN
Experience fast, private internet access with this secure VPN client. It utilizes advanced VLESS protocols for optimal speed, stability, and encryption, ensuring your online activity remains anonymous and protected from surveillance. The intuitive interface allows for one-tap connection, making secure browsing accessible to everyone.
- Lightning-fast connection speeds
- Top-tier security with VLESS protocols
- Enhanced encryption and total privacy
- Simple and intuitive one-tap interface
- Anonymous internet activity
- Supports vless:// links
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Buddy VPN — your simple and secure way to fast, private internet access Buddy VPN is a next-generation VPN client built on advanced VLESS protocols — offering the perfect balance of speed, stability, and security for modern users. LIGHTNING-FAST CONNECTION Buddy VPN uses modern network technologies and optimized data routing to deliver maximum speed while streaming, browsing, gaming, or downloading large files — with no slowdowns or buffering. TOP-TIER SECURITY Built on VLESS protocols, Buddy VPN ensures enhanced encryption, total privacy, and protection against surveillance or data leaks. Your internet activity remains fully secure and anonymous. SIMPLE & INTUITIVE The minimal, user-friendly interface makes Buddy VPN easy to use — connect or disconnect with just one tap. No technical skills needed. HOW TO CONNECT 1. Get your access key from your VPN provider. 2. The app supports vless:// links. 3. Paste the key into the app — and enjoy safe, encrypted access to the open internet. Buddy VPN — simple, fast, and private Your connection to a truly free internet. Privacy Policy: https://buddy-vpn.gitbook.io/buddy_vpn/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://buddy-vpn.gitbook.io/buddy_vpn
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Buddy VPN at 94% against DefaultVPN's 44%. Buddy VPN also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (5.2K vs 44). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Buddy VPN holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Buddy VPN has 5.2K ratings behind it against 44, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of DefaultVPN's written reviews are positive against 94% of Buddy VPN's.
DefaultVPN ships an update every 3 weeks, Buddy VPN weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DefaultVPN | Buddy VPN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (44 ratings) | 4.7 (5.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 43.7% of reviews | 94.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 44 | 5.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 85 MB | 115 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AMNEZIA UNIPESSOAL LDA | Frederic Hennes Sprl |
Customer experience
DefaultVPN
Buddy VPN
In-app purchases
DefaultVPN
No in-app purchases
Buddy VPN
No in-app purchases
