Pixel vs Nimbus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pixel
This client app enables secure and fast connections using advanced protocols like VLESS, VMess, and WireGuard. It offers enhanced privacy and security with strong encryption, featuring a simple interface for one-tap connections. Users need a configuration key from a VPN provider or their own server to use the service.
- Supports VLESS, VMess, Shadowsocks, WireGuard, Trojan
- Ultra-fast connections with low latency
- Enhanced privacy with strong encryption
- Simple one-tap connect/disconnect
- Intuitive and clean interface
- No personal data collection
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Pixel Proxy — advanced VPN client for modern protocols IMPORTANT NOTICE Pixel Proxy is a client app. We do not sell VPN service, accounts, or servers. Beware of scammers offering “official Pixel Proxy VPN” subscriptions — they are not affiliated with us. To use the app, you need a configuration/access key from your VPN/proxy provider or your own server. You are responsible for complying with local laws and regulations when using Pixel Proxy. ULTRA-FAST CONNECTIONS Pixel Proxy supports cutting-edge connection types such as VLESS, VMess, Shadowsocks, WireGuard, Trojan, and more. Enjoy smooth browsing, HD streaming, and quick downloads with consistently high speeds and low latency. ENHANCED PRIVACY & SECURITY Built on the latest X-ray protocol family, Pixel Proxy helps protect your traffic with strong encryption. SIMPLE AND INTUITIVE Connect or disconnect with just one tap. The clean interface makes setup effortless, so you can get online securely in seconds. HOW TO GET STARTED 1) Get your access key / configuration link from any VPN provider (or your own server). 2) Paste it into the app (or open the link) and connect. PRIVACY & TERMS Pixel Proxy does not collect personal data and does not track your traffic. Your configurations stay on your device. Privacy Policy: https://casper-vpn.com/pp-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://casper-vpn.com/pp-terms-of-use Need help? support@khrabryi.dev
Nimbus
This app provides a secure and private way to store your files by allowing you to deploy your own cloud storage solution. Connect via the client on your iOS or macOS devices to access your data exclusively.
- Deploy your own cloud server
- Full control over your data
- Connect via iOS and macOS client
- Secure file storage
- Exclusive access to your files
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A unique client for iOS and macOS for your own cloud file storage. Don't trust anyone and want full control over your cloud? — Say no more! Just deploy the ready-made script on your own server or hosting and connect to it through our client. Everything is easy and simple. Your files are always at hand and exclusively at your disposal!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Nimbus at none against Pixel's shown. Nimbus also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 weeks) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, review sentiment, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Pixel ships an update every 2 weeks, Nimbus daily. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pixel | Nimbus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Daily — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, Mac | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 189 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Khrabryi | Valentin Buyanov |
Customer experience
Pixel
Nimbus
In-app purchases
Pixel
No in-app purchases
Nimbus
No in-app purchases
