Protexb vs Caverno
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Protexb
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Protexb helps you take control of your internet connection by changing your DNS to trusted servers. Designed to block unwanted ads and trackers, Protexb ensures a safer, cleaner browsing experience. Key features: Easily switch between trusted DNS profiles (AdGuard, Google, Cloudflare, OpenDNS interface). Built-in VPN tunnel using secure AdGuard DNS. Ad-blocking, tracker protection, and enhanced privacy. Real-time ping display to your selected DNS profile. One-tap connect and disconnect. Your data stays private. No complicated setup. Just install, choose your profile, and browse with confidence.
Caverno
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Caverno is a powerful chat client for locally-hosted LLMs. Connect to Ollama, LM Studio, vLLM, or any OpenAI-compatible API endpoint and start chatting ā no cloud required. KEY FEATURES ⢠Any OpenAI-Compatible Server Connect to your own LLM running on localhost or your local network. Supports any endpoint that speaks the OpenAI API format. ⢠Tool Calling (MCP Protocol) Extend your AI with real-time tools ā web search, calculator, code execution, and more. Caverno uses the Model Context Protocol to let your LLM take actions. ⢠Session Memory Your assistant remembers your preferences, constraints, and context across conversations. Memory is stored locally and fully under your control. ⢠Voice In & Out Speak your messages and have responses read aloud. Configurable speech rate and auto-read options. ⢠Image Attachments Attach photos from your library to include visual context in your conversations. ⢠Multiple Conversations Create, switch, and manage separate chat threads. All conversations are persisted locally. ⢠Assistant Modes Switch between General and Coding modes for different response styles tailored to your task. ⢠Privacy First No account required. No data sent to third parties. All conversations and memory stay on your device ā the only network connection is to the server you configure. GETTING STARTED 1. Install an OpenAI-compatible LLM server (Ollama, LM Studio, etc.) 2. Open Caverno and go to Settings 3. Enter your server URL and select a model 4. Start chatting! Caverno is designed for developers, AI enthusiasts, and anyone who wants full control over their AI assistant.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Caverno at every 2 days against Protexb's every 5 months. Protexb's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Protexb ships an update every 5 months, Caverno every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Protexb | Caverno |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 2 days ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad ā better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 ā better | 26.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | TheGroceryShelf LLC | Osamu Noguchi |
In-app purchases
Protexb
No in-app purchases
Caverno
No in-app purchases









