DPN vs Tick2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DPN
This app offers advanced network protection by routing individual applications through optimized tunnels. It blocks ads, trackers, and malicious sites at the network level, ensuring faster speeds and enhanced privacy for all your online activities.
- Per-app smart routing
- Multi-node acceleration
- Network-level ad blocking
- Tracker blocking
- Malicious site protection
- Always-on connection
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DPN goes beyond VPN. Per-app routing. Multi-node acceleration. Deeper ad & tracker filtering. Leave it on, forever. Made by Deeper Network. — APP-RELOCATOR: SMART PER-APP ROUTING — Most VPNs route everything through one tunnel. That's why streaming slows down, messaging apps break, and you keep toggling the VPN on and off. DPN's App-Relocator works with popular apps, giving each one its own route: • Local apps run direct — full native speed, no detour • International apps go through accelerated tunnels • Set it once. Leave DPN on. Forever. You never have to choose between speed and privacy. — MULTI-NODE ACCELERATION — Traditional VPNs send all your traffic through a single node. When that node is busy, you slow down — and there's nothing you can do. DPN runs each tunnel through multiple nodes in parallel. If one node gets congested, others pick up the slack instantly. The result: smoother streaming, more stable messaging, and a VPN that doesn't get in your way — even at peak hours on public Wi-Fi. — DEEPER FILTERING ENGINE — Browser ad blockers stop at the browser. Tracker extensions only catch what they're allowed to see. DPN does both — and more — at the network level. DPN's filter engine blocks: • Ads — comprehensive domain rules, network-level • Trackers — cross-app tracking shutdown • Threats — malicious IPs and harmful sites Because filtering happens at the deepest network layer, DPN reaches inside apps where browser blockers can't. One subscription, three protections. — EVERYDAY PROTECTION — Whether you're on hotel Wi-Fi, mobile data, or your home network, DPN keeps your connection private and your apps working as expected. Encrypted, smart, and always-on. — BUILT BY DEEPER NETWORK — DPN is built by Deeper Network — the team behind Deeper Connect, our privacy-focused network device. The same intelligent routing engine that powers our hardware now runs in your phone, fully self-contained. — WHY DPN — • App-Relocator: smart routing for popular apps — local stays direct at native speed • Multi-node acceleration for stability and speed • Deeper filtering: ads, trackers, threats blocked at the network level • Install on any device, with up to 5 connected simultaneously — unlimited bandwidth • Works with Deeper Connect for whole-home protection • One-tap connect, always-on by design — TRY DPN FREE — Start with a 14-day free trial. After the trial, choose: • Monthly Subscription: $3.99 • Yearly Subscription: $37.99 Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account. Privacy Policy: https://dpn.deeper.network/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://dpn.deeper.network/terms-of-use DPN — beyond VPN. Smarter, faster, made to stay on.
Tick2
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Protect your accounts with Tick2 – a fast, secure, and beautifully designed two-factor authenticator. Tick2 generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for all your accounts, adding a critical layer of security beyond just your password. Whether it's your email, social media, banking, or work accounts – Tick2 keeps them protected. Why Tick2? • Instant Setup – Scan a QR code or enter details manually. Import directly from Google Authenticator in seconds. • Secure by Design – Your secrets are stored in an encrypted database on your device. No account required. No data collection. Your codes never leave your device. • iCloud Sync – Seamlessly sync your accounts across all your Apple devices. Your data is encrypted with your personal password before it ever touches iCloud – not even Apple can read it. • Face ID & Touch ID – Add biometric protection so only you can view your codes. • Clean, Intuitive Interface – See your codes at a glance with a countdown timer. Tap to copy. Swipe to delete. It just works. • Dark Mode – Easy on the eyes, day or night. • Export & Backup – Export your accounts anytime. You're always in control of your data. Privacy First Tick2 is built with privacy at its core. There are no analytics, no tracking, and no accounts to create. Your authenticator secrets stay on your device, encrypted and secure. Take control of your digital security. Download Tick2 today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tick2 at none against DPN's 2. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. DPN sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Tick2 asks for nothing beyond the download.
DPN ships an update every 2 weeks, Tick2 monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DPN | Tick2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (11 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | 17.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 121 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Deeper Network Inc | Certificate Services LLC |
In-app purchases
DPN
- Monthly Subscription14 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription14 Days trial$37.991 Year
Tick2
No in-app purchases









