Comparison

归巢GUICHAO vs Raqoon VPN

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

Head to head
About

归巢GUICHAO

This tool optimizes network connections for users outside mainland China, providing fast and stable access to domestic Chinese content like streaming, music, and games. It features one-tap connection and intelligent route selection for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • Optimized access to Chinese streaming and media
  • Stable acceleration for Chinese game servers
  • Smooth live streaming and sports broadcasts
  • Intelligent smart route selection
  • One-tap connection for ease of use
  • Dedicated premium routes for low latency
Features
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GUICHAO — Connect to Familiar Chinese Content & Networks GUICHAO is a network acceleration tool designed specifically for overseas Chinese, international students, global business travelers, and tourists. Through intelligent route matching and network optimization, it resolves latency, buffering, and unstable connections when accessing China's domestic network from abroad. Whether streaming TV dramas, listening to domestic music, watching live sports events, or playing on Chinese game servers, GUICHAO automatically identifies the optimal route based on your current network conditions. Connect back home with a single tap—no complicated configuration required—staying seamlessly connected to domestic digital life wherever you are. Key Features [Audio & Video Entertainment] Optimizes connections to Chinese streaming, music, and media platforms. Minimizes loading times and buffering for a smooth watching and listening experience. [Chinese Server Gaming] Dedicated routing optimized for Chinese game servers. Significantly lowers ping, prevents connection drops, and delivers a stable, responsive gaming experience. [Sports & Live Streaming] Provides stable support for sports broadcasts and live streaming events. Smart network routing ensures high-definition, stutter-free playback. [Smart Route Selection] Intelligently matches the best return route based on your geographic location and real-time network environment, eliminating manual node switching. [One-Tap Connection] Clean, intuitive interface. No complex proxy setups—start acceleration with a single tap. [Dedicated Premium Routes] Built on high-quality dedicated nodes and ongoing technical optimization to provide overseas users with stable, low-latency connectivity back to China. Target Audience Overseas Chinese and expatriates International students studying abroad Cross-border business travelers, remote workers, and tourists Users requiring fast, reliable access to domestic Chinese media, music, live streaming, and gaming platforms Important Notice GUICHAO is an acceleration service tailored exclusively for users residing outside mainland China. It does not provide network routing services for users physically located within mainland China. Subscription Details Subscription Periods: 30 Days (Monthly Pass) 365 Days (Annual Pass) Lifetime Pass Subscription Terms: Payment: Payment will be charged to your iTunes / Apple Account upon confirmation of purchase. Auto-Renewal: Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Cancellation: To cancel a renewal, manage your subscription at least 24 hours before the period ends: Go to device Settings → Tap your Apple ID at the top → Select Subscriptions → Tap this app and turn off Cancel Subscription / Auto-Renewal. Privacy Policy: https://guichao.win/privacyA.html Terms of Service: https://guichao.win/iOSAgreement.html

About

Raqoon VPN

This app provides a stable, secure, and modern VPN experience across your Apple devices. It offers effortless everyday connectivity with a clean interface and smart reconnection technology for minimal setup and a smooth user experience.

Highlights
  • One-tap VPN connection
  • Automatic reconnection
  • Stable and optimized connectivity
  • Support for multiple protocols
  • Clean and modern interface
  • Ad-free experience
Features
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Raqoon is a modern VPN app for iPhone, Mac, and Apple TV, designed for stable, secure, and effortless everyday connectivity. Built with a clean and intuitive interface, Raqoon focuses on reliability and simplicity — helping you stay connected with minimal setup and a smooth user experience. Smart reconnection technology helps maintain a stable connection when switching between networks. Features: • One-tap VPN connection • Automatic reconnection after network interruptions • Stable and optimized connectivity • Support for multiple connection protocols • Clean and modern interface • Completely ad-free experience • Available on iPhone, Mac, and Apple TV Whether you are at home, traveling, watching on Apple TV, or using public Wi-Fi networks, Raqoon helps keep your connection stable and easy to manage across your Apple devices. Privacy Policy: https://www.raqoon.app/privacy Terms of Service: https://www.raqoon.app/terms

Screenshots

归巢GUICHAO4 screens
Raqoon VPN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Raqoon VPN at 4 against 归巢GUICHAO's 2. 归巢GUICHAO's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. 归巢GUICHAO sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Raqoon VPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for 归巢GUICHAO against 5.0 for Raqoon VPN. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

归巢GUICHAO ships an update every 5 days, Raqoon VPN every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
归巢GUICHAO versus Raqoon VPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter归巢GUICHAORaqoon VPN
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size156 MB183 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperHK Guichao Technology Co., LimitedQat Bilisim

Customer experience

归巢GUICHAO

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Raqoon VPN

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

归巢GUICHAO

Subscriptions3
  • 连续周卡$0.997 Days
  • VIP连续季卡$11.993 Months
  • SVIP连续季卡$14.993 Months
One-time7
  • SVIP单月卡$6.99
  • VIP单月卡$6.99
  • VIP周年庆季卡$14.99
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  • SVIP周年庆季卡$22.99
  • VIP周年庆年卡$39.99
  • SVIP周年庆年卡$59.99
  • SVIP终身会员$129.99
3 purchases

Raqoon VPN

Subscriptions3
  • Raqoon VPN – Fast & Stable Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Raqoon VPN – Semiannual3 Days trial$29.996 Months
  • Raqoon VPN – Fast & Stable Annual$49.991 Year

Questions

Is 归巢GUICHAO free?
归巢GUICHAO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Raqoon VPN free?
Raqoon VPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 归巢GUICHAO or Raqoon VPN?
归巢GUICHAO and Raqoon VPN are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do 归巢GUICHAO or Raqoon VPN have ads?
Neither 归巢GUICHAO nor Raqoon VPN shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 归巢GUICHAO or Raqoon VPN?
归巢GUICHAO ships an update every 5 days, and Raqoon VPN every 4 days. Most recently, 归巢GUICHAO was updated on October 31, 2026 and Raqoon VPN on October 31, 2026.

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