Comparison

Xlarva vs SMProxy

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Xlarva

This app offers a secure and private VPN solution using WireGuard technology. It provides advanced features like traffic obfuscation, custom DNS, and on-demand connections. Seamlessly sync configurations across Apple devices and automate workflows with Shortcuts integration.

Highlights
  • WireGuard & AmneziaWG 2.0
  • Traffic Obfuscation (WebSocket, MASQUE)
  • iCloud Synchronization
  • Custom DNS (DoH/DoT)
  • On-Demand Connection
  • Gateway SOCKS5 proxy server
  • Shortcuts Integration
Features
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Xlarva - WireGuard VPN Client Experience the next generation of VPN technology with Xlarva, a sophisticated WireGuard-based VPN solution designed for privacy-conscious users across all Apple platforms. CORE FEATURES • WireGuard & AmneziaWG 2.0: Industry-leading performance with state-of-the-art cryptography • Traffic Obfuscation: Advanced WebSocket and MASQUE (HTTP/3) tunneling to bypass restrictions and make network more stable • iCloud Synchronization: Seamlessly sync VPN configurations across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV • Custom DNS: Support for DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT) • Advanced Routing: Fine-grained control over network routes with include/exclude rules • Traffic Splitting: Decide by domain what goes through the tunnel and what connects directly, with the same rules applying to HTTP, TLS and QUIC (iOS 18 / macOS 15 / tvOS 18) • On-Demand Connection: Intelligent auto-connect based on network conditions • Proxy Configuration: Built-in support for HTTP/HTTPS/PAC proxy settings • Dynamic DNS: Automatic endpoint resolution with secure DNS lookup • Shortcuts Integration: Start, stop, switch configurations and read VPN status from Apple Shortcuts for fully automated workflows • Gateway: Built-in SOCKS5 proxy server to share VPN connection with other devices on your local network • Self-Hosted Deployment: Set up a WireGuard server on your own VPS over SSH, then run it from iPhone, iPad or Mac — monitor it live, manage WireGuard peers, run custom scripts, and open a terminal on it without leaving the app WHY CHOOSE Xlarva? Privacy First Your VPN configurations are stored locally and synced via your private iCloud account. We never see or store your data. Cross-Platform One subscription works on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV. Configure once, use everywhere. Advanced Obfuscation WebSocket and MASQUE (HTTP/3 over QUIC, RFC 9298) tunneling disguises VPN traffic as regular HTTPS, helping bypass deep packet inspection and improve stability on restrictive networks. MASQUE preserves UDP semantics for better performance on lossy networks (requires iOS 17 / macOS 14 / tvOS 17 or later). PRO FEATURES • Unlimited VPN configurations • Traffic obfuscation with WebSocket and MASQUE (HTTP/3) tunneling • Advanced routing and split tunneling • Custom DNS with DoH/DoT support • On-demand connection rules • Dynamic DNS resolution • Proxy configuration support • Full Shortcuts integration • Gateway SOCKS5 proxy server • Priority support and continuous updates • Universal purchase - buy once, use on all your Apple devices PERFECT FOR • Privacy-conscious individuals • Remote workers and digital nomads • Developers and IT professionals • Power users leveraging Shortcuts automation • Users who want full control over their network configuration • Anyone seeking true privacy and security SECURITY & PRIVACY • Open-source WireGuard protocol • End-to-end encrypted tunnels • No logging, no tracking • Local-first architecture • iCloud sync (encrypted) NOTICE Xlarva is a VPN client and does not provide VPN servers. You need to set up your own WireGuard server or obtain a configuration from a third-party VPN provider that supports the WireGuard protocol. Start your journey to true online privacy today with Xlarva.

About

SMProxy

This app allows you to connect to your own VPN configurations across all your Apple devices. It supports various modern protocols and offers smart routing for selective tunneling. Enjoy DNS protection and manage your server lists efficiently.

Highlights
  • Import configurations via link, QR, or manual entry
  • Supports VLESS, Reality, WireGuard, VMess, Trojan, Shadowsocks, Socks
  • Smart routing with domain, IP, and subnet exclusions
  • DNS protection with DNS-over-HTTPS
  • Automatic server list updates
  • Cross-device compatibility (iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV)
Features
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SMProxy is a client for connecting with your own configuration. One app across all your Apple devices: iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV. Your settings and server lists carry over, and the interface is the same everywhere. The app provides no VPN servers, contains no built-in connection and sells nothing. To get started, add a configuration you already have: paste a link, scan a QR code or enter the details by hand. Modern protocols are supported: VLESS, Reality, WireGuard, AmneziaWG, Hysteria, TUIC v5, VMess, Trojan, Shadowsocks and Socks. Smart routing Not all traffic needs the tunnel. You can set exclusions by domain, IP and subnet (CIDR) — so your banking app or local network goes direct, for example. Routing rules from your configuration apply automatically, and the bundled geoip and geosite databases let them take effect instantly. DNS protection DNS queries are kept inside the tunnel so they cannot leak around it. You can also enable DNS-over-HTTPS and point it at any resolver you like. Server lists under control Automatic server-list refresh with an interval you choose, refresh on app launch, and a button to refresh everything at once. Server groups can be collapsed when the list gets long. Features • Import a configuration by link, QR code or manually • Pick a server manually or automatically, with latency testing • Exclusions by domain, IP and subnet • DNS leak protection and DNS-over-HTTPS • TLS fragmentation for difficult networks • Local SOCKS and HTTP proxy for other apps • Light and dark themes • Daily traffic statistics • Auto-connect on launch • Runs on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV Privacy The app keeps no logs of your activity and shares no data with third parties. Your configuration stays on your device only. Website: https://smproxy.io

Screenshots

Xlarva4 screens
SMProxy3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SMProxy at 75% against Xlarva's 0%. SMProxy also leads on rating (3.7 vs 1.7) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, ratings volume, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Xlarva sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. SMProxy asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SMProxy holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Xlarva's written reviews are positive against 75% of SMProxy's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Xlarva ships an update weekly, SMProxy daily. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Xlarva versus SMProxy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXlarvaSMProxy
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.7 (6 ratings)3.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6 — better3
Update frequencyWeeklyDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TViPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFERN EAST LIMITEDRB Media fzc llc

Customer experience

Xlarva

All ratings6 ratings
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

SMProxy

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Xlarva

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro Membership$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro Membership7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Pro Upgrade$34.99
  • Lifetime Pro$49.99
None

SMProxy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Xlarva free?
Xlarva is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SMProxy free?
SMProxy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Xlarva or SMProxy?
SMProxy is rated higher. Xlarva averages 1.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while SMProxy averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Xlarva or SMProxy have ads?
Neither Xlarva nor SMProxy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Xlarva or SMProxy?
Xlarva ships an update weekly, and SMProxy daily. Most recently, Xlarva was updated on October 24, 2026 and SMProxy on October 25, 2026.

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