SHARD vs 4net Proxy VPN
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
SHARD
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SHARD: Acoustic Sentience & Spatial Aesthetics Enter a realm of high-fidelity immersion where artificial intelligence and spatial computing converge. SHARD is an avant-garde cognitive artifactβa digital monolith of liquid obsidian glass that lives in your physical space through Augmented Reality. SHARD does not rely on static content. It is a dynamic, live-processing utility powered by a secure cloud infrastructure. Every interaction utilizes active server connections to stream real-time LLM cognitive processing and high-fidelity acoustic voice synthesis directly to your device. CORE FEATURES: β’ Neural Core: Communicate with a live, highly-customized AI intelligence. β’ Spatial AR: Project your AI's neural echoes directly into your room using ARKit. β’ Memory Vault: Seamlessly encrypt and sync your AI interactions to your personal iCloud via Apple's native CloudKit ecosystem. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS: Because SHARD requires continuous, 24/7 cloud computing to dynamically generate AI logic and vocal synthesis on the fly, an active subscription is required to cover ongoing server costs. Unlock full access with a 3-day free trial, then $19.99/month. A Lifetime Pro Aesthetic option is available for a one-time purchase of $49.99. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscriptions in your Account Settings. PREMIUM TIERS & SUBSCRIPTION TERMS SHARD offers two elite levels of access: Pro Aesthetic (Lifetime Purchase): A one-time purchase of $49.99 to permanently unlock the Black Obsidian state, Spatial Echoes (AR placement), and Neural Sync (HealthKit integration). Cognitive Sentience (Monthly Subscription): Access the live AI brain and physical voice synthesis for $19.99/month. Subscription Details: A 3-day free trial is provided for the Cognitive Sentience subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase or after the 3-day trial period concludes. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the cost of $19.99/month. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Privacy & Support Privacy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sjy0x3bEVOILyb30DkuopcDzyp2j_xleP70dRlZZxiw/edit?usp=sharing https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mVfLiEbTRHGsVOLG-KJ7jWqSABOgDSJs6hpykgQJtG0/edit?usp=sharing Support: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ps_OO9mWqBE4jgDlWwBzhWPbtVGHbKQ0Vok-9q_soWA/edit?usp=sharing
4net Proxy VPN
This app allows users to import and manage VPN subscriptions from various providers. It offers features like QR code import, server selection, and connection statistics to enhance your VPN experience.
- Import subscriptions via link, QR code, or file
- Manual server selection and connection
- TCP latency and HTTPS checks
- Xray JSON subscription import
- Connection statistics
- Custom routing and country bypass
- Optional ad blocking
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4net Proxy is a free VPN client for iPhone and iPad. Add a compatible subscription or configuration from your chosen provider or your own server, select a server manually, and connect. Features: β’ Import by link, QR code or supported file β’ Manual import preview and automatic import from supported deep links β’ Clipboard insertion when you choose Link, subject to iOS permission β’ Server selection directly on Home, with disconnect/reconnect when switching β’ TCP latency checks and optional HTTPS checks through the proxy β’ Supported Xray JSON subscription import; multi-endpoint nodes appear as one entry β’ Import of supported TCP, XHTTP, gRPC and Hysteria2 configurations β’ Formatted provider announcements with links and banners β’ Optional provider logos, colours, account and support links β’ In-app renewal reminders, optional local expiry notifications and subscription auto-refresh β’ Server filtering by Wi-Fi or mobile network when configured by the provider β’ Connection statistics β’ Custom routing, built-in service rules and country bypass options β’ Optional rule-based ad blocking β’ Russian and English, with system language selection and an in-app override β’ Optional service recommendations and support through the 4net Telegram channel 4net is a client, not a VPN service provider. It does not sell subscriptions, process payments or unlock paid app features. You can add your own configuration without opening Telegram. Provider availability and connection quality depend on the configuration and network you use. Subscription links and configurations are stored locally with encryption. When importing or refreshing, a request is sent to your provider; the app sends a stable, provider-specific identifier (HWID) for device authorization. See the privacy policy for details. Requires iOS 18 or later. Support: app@4net.ge Website: https://bundo.su/4net Pink appearance with a delicate butterfly background is available in Settings.
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Verdict
SHARD and 4net Proxy VPN are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | SHARD | 4net Proxy VPN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | β | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | β | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | β | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 β better | 18.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NICHOLAS ERWIN HEITKAMP | 4net |
In-app purchases
SHARD
No in-app purchases
4net Proxy VPN
No in-app purchases









