Comparison

Xlarva vs Switchworks

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

Switchworks

Features
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Switchworks controls Tasmota devices locally – with an MQTT broker or without one: the network scan finds your devices even without a broker. One purchase covers iPhone, iPad and Mac. With your own MQTT broker, Switchworks shows all your Tasmota devices on a clear dashboard. Other compatible devices with a local HTTP API are found on the network and controlled directly – no cloud, no account, no tracking. DASHBOARD • Groups and favorites, outputs switch right on the tile • Clear online/offline status, devices you can hide TASMOTA • Switches, shutters with position, dimmer and color • Sensors with history charts (24 h / 3 days / 7 days) • Console, rules, timers, module and GPIO configuration, templates • Configuration backup for every device with comparison and restore, also automatic • Firmware check against the current Tasmota release, upgrade multiple devices at once • Send bulk commands to multiple devices NETWORK & MQTT • Network scan finds Tasmota and other compatible devices even without a broker • MQTT explorer with topic tree, live values, publish and deleting of retained messages ALSO FOR THE MAC • Sidebar, menu bar switches, Quick Switch with Cmd+K, tools in their own windows Requirements: Tasmota devices on your own network. To list devices via MQTT you need a broker on your network (e.g. Mosquitto) and discovery enabled (SetOption19 0). Other compatible devices are reached over HTTP independently of the broker. Switchworks is an independent project and is not affiliated with the Tasmota project or any device manufacturer.

Screenshots

Xlarva4 screens
Switchworks3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Switchworks at every 2 days against Xlarva's weekly. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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 and Switchworks sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Xlarva ships an update weekly, Switchworks every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Xlarva versus Switchworks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXlarvaSwitchworks
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.7 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFERN EAST LIMITEDChristian Bumberger

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
1 purchases

Switchworks

One-time1
  • Switchworks Pro$8.99

Questions

Is Xlarva free?
Xlarva is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Switchworks free?
Switchworks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Xlarva or Switchworks have ads?
Neither Xlarva nor Switchworks shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Xlarva or Switchworks?
Xlarva ships an update weekly, and Switchworks every 2 days. Most recently, Xlarva was updated on October 24, 2026 and Switchworks on October 24, 2026.

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