MonoProxy vs Network Servers
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MonoProxy
This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a local proxy server for various devices on your network. It allows you to easily start, share, and manage HTTP, SOCKS5, and UDP proxies with robust client control and traffic monitoring features. Designed for local networks, it prioritizes privacy with no account or analytics.
- HTTP, SOCKS5, UDP proxy sharing
- Client authentication and access control
- Traffic monitoring and session reports
- PAC URL and QR code configuration
- IPv4 and IPv6 support
- Private by design, no analytics
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Supports iOS 15 and later. MonoProxy turns your iPhone or iPad into a local proxy hub for Macs, PCs, tablets, test devices, and anything else on the same LAN. START, SHARE, VERIFY - Start an HTTP, HTTPS CONNECT and SOCKS proxy in one tap. - Share one host and port across supported protocols. - Use a PAC URL or QR configuration for faster setup. - Distinguish Listening, Client Connected and Traffic Verified. CONTROL EVERY CLIENT - Protect HTTP and SOCKS5 access with optional authentication. - Limit connections per client and restrict access by private network, IP address or CIDR rule. - Generate strong credentials; profile passwords are stored securely in Keychain. - Disconnect active sessions when needed. SEE WHAT IS HAPPENING - Follow runtime, connection count, upload, download and traffic trends. - Review active and recently completed sessions. - Inspect optional site traffic totals stored only on device. - Run actionable diagnostics and export redacted session reports. BUILT FOR LOCAL NETWORKS - HTTP forward proxy and HTTPS CONNECT. - Plain ws:// WebSocket forwarding. - SOCKS4, SOCKS4a and SOCKS5 CONNECT. - IPv4 and IPv6 support with multi-interface selection. - Quick setup for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Windows and other local devices. - Multiple themes, languages, Dynamic Type and VoiceOver support. PRIVATE BY DESIGN MonoProxy has no account, analytics SDK or remote traffic backend. HTTPS tunnels are relayed without certificate installation or content decryption. Optional history stays on device and can be cleared at any time. MonoProxy is a local proxy server, not a VPN or HTTPS interception tool. One paid app. No subscription and no feature tier.
Network Servers
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Turn your device into a lightweight multi-protocol server. Network Servers is an all-in-one toolkit that provides several commonly used network server services in a simple and easy-to-use app. Perfect for developers, IT engineers, network testing, local file sharing, embedded devices, and home lab usage. • Supported Servers HTTP Server FTP Server TFTP Server WebDAV Server HTTP / HTTPS Proxy Server SOCKS5 Proxy Server • Features Easily start and stop services with just one tap; When the app starts, automatically start the specified server; Lightweight and fast; Simple and clean interface; Run multiple servers simultaneously; Local network file sharing; Custom port configuration; Real-time server logs; IPv4 / LAN access support; Suitable for debugging and development environments. • Notes Devices must usually be connected to the same local network. • Trial Version Limitations The trial version includes ads and is intended for evaluation and light usage. Servers automatically stop after 10 minutes. Manual restart required after timeout. Ads are displayed in the app. Please purchase the full version in the app to remove ads and unlock longer uninterrupted usage.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Network Servers at Free against MonoProxy's $4.99. MonoProxy's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On 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
Network Servers is free to download; MonoProxy costs $4.99 up front. Network Servers sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MonoProxy asks for nothing beyond the download.
MonoProxy ships an update every 3 weeks, Network Servers every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MonoProxy | Network Servers |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #94 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 峻 严 | 启铮 石 |
In-app purchases
MonoProxy
No in-app purchases
Network Servers
- Full Version$2.99









