Comparison

Nextin vs CoolMonitor

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

Head to head
About

Nextin

This tool simplifies network connection setup by automatically obtaining configurations from service providers. It supports a wide range of modern protocols and features an intuitive interface for a smooth user experience. Built-in routing rules intelligently manage traffic without manual intervention.

Highlights
  • Automatic configuration import
  • Supports VLESS, Trojan, VMess, Shadowsocks, Hysteria, TUIC
  • Clash Meta core powered
  • Intuitive SwiftUI interface
  • Built-in traffic routing rules
  • In-app support access
Features
Currently charting
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Nextin is a subscription-based configuration and connection tool designed to simplify the setup process and improve everyday usability. Users can quickly obtain a complete configuration by entering a service provider’s site identifier, or by importing a subscription URL directly, eliminating the need for any manual configuration. The app is powered by the Clash Meta core, offering strong compatibility and stable performance. It supports a wide range of modern network protocols, including: • VLESS / VLESS XTLS / Reality • Anytls • Trojan / Trojan XTLS • VMess • Shadowsocks • ShadowsocksR • Hysteria / Hysteria2 • TUIC • Masque With its advanced core and protocol support, Nextin delivers efficient connections and reliable performance across different network environments. Built with native SwiftUI, Nextin features a clean, intuitive interface and smooth interactions, ensuring a seamless user experience. The app includes a comprehensive set of built-in traffic routing rules, which intelligently handle traffic based on network conditions and usage scenarios, without requiring manual intervention. Nextin also integrates in-app support access, allowing users to directly contact their chosen service provider for assistance and inquiries, making the overall experience more convenient and streamlined. Nextin is designed to reduce complexity, enabling users to complete configuration effortlessly and enjoy a stable, smooth, and reliable experience.

About

CoolMonitor

Features
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CoolMonitor helps you grasp the status of your device at a glance. CPU usage, screen refresh rate, network activity, storage and heat status are all concentrated in a clear panel. After enabling the charging detection, the charging power can be continuously observed. The results are only saved on the device itself, making it convenient to compare different charging processes. Key data can also be viewed at any time through native floating display, real-time activities, dynamic island and home screen widgets. Core functions View CPU usage, screen refresh rate, network activity, storage and heat status • Observe charging power • Review the charging history saved on this device • Continuously view key indicators through native system display • Rich and diverse custom display methods. And switch between Simplified Chinese, English and Traditional Chinese at any time. Privacy policy: https://zhangthree.cn/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA) : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Nextin4 screens
CoolMonitor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CoolMonitor at none against Nextin's 3. Nextin's advantage is chart position (#99 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Nextin sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. CoolMonitor asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nextin ships an update fortnightly, CoolMonitor every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Nextin versus CoolMonitor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNextinCoolMonitor
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (936 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings936 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
Best chart rank#99 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size151 MB12 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperNEXTIN INCZhangsan Software Co., Ltd., Enshi Prefecture, Hubei Province

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Nextin

One-time3
  • 1000 积分$1.99
  • 3000 Coins$6.49
  • 10000 积分$20.49
None

CoolMonitor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Nextin free?
Nextin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CoolMonitor free?
CoolMonitor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Nextin or CoolMonitor have ads?
Neither Nextin nor CoolMonitor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Nextin or CoolMonitor?
Nextin ships an update fortnightly, and CoolMonitor every 3 weeks. Most recently, Nextin was updated on October 31, 2026 and CoolMonitor on October 29, 2026.

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