BLACKTEMPLE vs Buddy VPN
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BLACKTEMPLE
This app provides a secure and private internet connection by routing your traffic through a chosen server. It offers a simple interface, high-speed connections, and supports the VLESS protocol. Users can easily import servers and enjoy an ad-free experience.
- Secure and private internet connection
- Traffic routing through chosen server
- High-speed optimized connections
- VLESS protocol support
- One-click server import
- Ad-free and free to use
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Приложение позволяет объединять устройства в единую инфраструктуру: компьютеры, смартфоны, серверы, принтеры и другие умные устройства — с безопасным доступом и удобным управлением. Это удобное решение для создания приватной рабочей среды, где все ваши устройства взаимодействуют напрямую и защищенно. Безопасность вашего интернета — наш приоритет. Приложение создает защищенное соединение между вашим устройством и сетью, обеспечивая высокий уровень конфиденциальности и защиты данных. Все передаваемые данные шифруются с использованием современных протоколов, что помогает предотвратить их перехват и несанкционированный доступ. Обратите внимание: приложение предоставляет инструменты для создания защищенного соединения, однако для его использования требуется самостоятельно настроить и подключить сервер. Сервис не предоставляет собственные серверы. Используя приложение, вы обязуетесь соблюдать действующее законодательство страны вашего пребывания.
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 rating: Buddy VPN at 4.7 against BLACKTEMPLE's 3.8. Buddy VPN also leads on review sentiment (94% vs 56%) and ratings volume (6.1K vs 39). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Buddy VPN has 6.1K ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of BLACKTEMPLE's written reviews are positive against 94% of Buddy VPN's.
BLACKTEMPLE ships an update weekly, Buddy VPN every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BLACKTEMPLE | Buddy VPN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (39 ratings) | 4.7 (6.1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 56.1% of reviews | 94.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 39 | 6.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 8 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 136 MB | 114 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mikaya Irakli Guramovich, IP | Frederic Hennes Sprl |
Customer experience
BLACKTEMPLE
Buddy VPN
In-app purchases
BLACKTEMPLE
No in-app purchases
Buddy VPN
No in-app purchases
