NodePass vs 3X Client
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NodePass
This open-source network tunneling solution provides enterprise-grade TCP/UDP connectivity with an all-in-one architecture. It offers zero-configuration deployment, intelligent connection pooling, and tiered TLS encryption for complex network scenarios. Designed for DevOps and system administrators.
- TCP/UDP tunneling and protocol conversion
- Intelligent connection pooling
- Tiered TLS encryption
- Zero-configuration deployment
- Cross-platform, multi-architecture support
- Real-time monitoring and visualization
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NodePass is an open-source, lightweight, enterprise-grade TCP/UDP network tunneling solution featuring an all-in-one architecture with separation of control and data channels, along with flexible and high-performance instance control. It supports zero-configuration deployment, intelligent connection pooling, tiered TLS encryption, and seamless protocol conversion. Designed for DevOps professionals and system administrators to effortlessly handle complex network scenarios. Key Features: Universal Functionality: • Basic TCP/UDP tunneling and protocol conversion across diverse networks. • Compatible with port mapping, NAT traversal, and traffic relay. • Cross-platform, multi-architecture, single binary or container. Connection Pool: • Pre-established connections for zero-latency switching and forwarding. • Eliminates handshake delays, boosts performance. • Auto-scaling with real-time capacity adjustment. Innovative Architecture: • Integrated S/C/M architecture, flexible mode switching. • Full decoupling of control/data channels. • API-instance management, multi-instance collaboration. Multi-level Security: • Three TLS modes: plaintext, self-signed, strict validation. • Covers development to enterprise security needs. • Hot-reload certificates with zero downtime. Minimal Configuration: • No config files required, ready to use via CLI. • Optimized for CI/CD and containers. • Flexible tuning via environment variables. Performance: • Intelligent scheduling, auto-tuning, ultra-low resource usage. • Stable under high concurrency and heavy load. • Health checks, auto-reconnect, self-healing. Visualization: • Rich cross-platform visual frontends. • One-click deployment scripts, easy management. • Real-time monitoring, API-instance management, traffic stats.
3X Client
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3X Client is a native iOS administration application for managing 3x-ui server panels. Features: - Client Management: Edit, update, and manage inbound client configurations, data usage limits, expiry dates, and IP limits. - Server Status: View overall system health, including CPU load, memory usage, disk space, and network throughput. - Log Viewer: Read live server logs to inspect system events and troubleshoot connections. - Protocol Support: Visualizes VLESS, VMess, Trojan, Shadowsocks, and WireGuard inbounds configured on your server. Requirements: Requires a running 3x-ui server instance. This app is an administrative interface and does not provide built-in VPN server infrastructure or proxy connections.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 3X Client at none against NodePass's 3. On price, ads, 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. NodePass sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. 3X Client asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | NodePass | 3X Client |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Argsment Limited | Artem Tselikov |
In-app purchases
NodePass
- Tip Small$1.99
- Tip Medium$4.99
- Tip Large$9.99
3X Client
No in-app purchases









