Comparison

HomeFront Security vs SecureSurfX

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

Head to head
About

HomeFront Security

This app assesses your iPhone's security posture, monitors network exposure, and filters DNS queries locally. It checks device configurations, alerts you to data breaches, and audits app permissions without sending your data off-device.

Highlights
  • Security posture assessment
  • On-device DNS content filtering
  • Data breach awareness
  • Safari web shield
  • Privacy audit
  • Phishing check
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HomeFront is a health monitor for your iPhone. It checks your device configuration, monitors your network exposure, and scores your security posture — all without sending a byte of your data anywhere. SECURITY SCORE — REAL ASSESSMENT, NOT THEATER HomeFront checks what actually matters: Is your passcode set? Is Find My enabled? Is your iOS version current? Are app permissions reasonable? Each check is weighted by severity. Your score reflects reality — not a fake number designed to scare you into upgrading. DNS CONTENT FILTERING — ON-DEVICE PROTECTION HomeFront filters DNS queries on your device using Apple's Network Extension framework. Known problematic domains are blocked before they load. No traffic leaves your device — the filter runs locally at 127.0.0.1. This is not a VPN. Your browsing stays private. The reference database is sourced from open community intelligence feeds and updates automatically. BREACH AWARENESS Check if your passwords or email addresses have appeared in known data breaches. Password checking uses the Have I Been Pwned k-anonymity protocol — only a partial hash prefix is sent, never your actual password. The same privacy-preserving approach used by 1Password and Firefox Monitor. SAFARI WEB SHIELD A native Safari content blocker that filters ads, trackers, and known problematic URLs. Uses Apple's Content Blocker API — the extension cannot access your browsing history or page content. PRIVACY AUDIT See which apps have access to your camera, microphone, location, contacts, and photos. HomeFront flags permissions that look excessive and explains why they matter. PHISHING CHECK Learn to spot fake emails and suspicious messages. Report them directly from the app. WHAT WE DON'T DO We don't show fake alerts. We don't bundle a VPN you didn't ask for. We don't phone home with telemetry. We don't require an account. We don't slow your device down. Everything runs locally. Your data stays on your iPhone. BUILT FOR EVERYONE HomeFront is fully accessible with VoiceOver. Every score, every status indicator, every action has a descriptive label. Screen reader users get the same experience — security score announced as "87 out of 100, grade B," check results read as passed or action needed, and every button describes what it does before you tap it. No accessibility afterthought. Built in from the start. BUILT BY AN INDEPENDENT DEVELOPER HomeFront is built by one person who got tired of tools that collect more data than they protect. No venture capital. No growth metrics. No dark patterns. Just a tool that does what it says. Privacy Policy: https://gethomefront.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

SecureSurfX

Features
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SecureSurfX is a secure connection application designed to improve your browsing experience through a local VPN-based routing system. It helps protect your data while using public or private networks and ensures a more stable and optimized internet connection. Key Features: • Secure Connection Routing: Your internet traffic is routed through a secure local VPN server to enhance privacy during browsing. • Stable Network Experience: Optimized routing helps reduce interruptions and improves connection stability. • Simple One-Tap Connect: Easily activate the secure connection with a single tap. • Lightweight Design: Runs efficiently in the background with minimal impact on performance and battery. • User-Focused Privacy: Designed to reduce exposure of sensitive data while using networks you do not fully trust. SecureSurfX is ideal for users who want a more secure browsing experience while traveling, using public Wi-Fi, or accessing everyday internet services. --- SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: SecureSurfX requires an active auto-renewing subscription to access the VPN services. We offer Weekly, Monthly, and Yearly premium plans. New users can enjoy a free 2-Hour Trial to test the service before subscribing. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://securesurfx.rtvglobal.com/privacy

Screenshots

SecureSurfX3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: HomeFront Security at every 3 weeks against SecureSurfX's every 2 months. SecureSurfX's advantage is device support. On price, in-app purchases 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. HomeFront Security sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and SecureSurfX sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HomeFront Security ships an update every 3 weeks, SecureSurfX every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
HomeFront Security versus SecureSurfX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomeFront SecuritySecureSurfX
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
Ads—No
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
Devices—iPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTyler DunnSOYKAN MEDYA ANONIM SIRKETI

In-app purchases

6 purchases

HomeFront Security

Subscriptions6
  • Pro Personal Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Pro Family Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Pro Personal Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Pro Business Monthly7 Days trial$49.991 Month
  • Pro Family Annual7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • Pro Business Annual7 Days trial$499.991 Year
3 purchases

SecureSurfX

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Plan$1.997 Days
  • Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is HomeFront Security free?
HomeFront Security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SecureSurfX free?
SecureSurfX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which is updated more often, HomeFront Security or SecureSurfX?
HomeFront Security ships an update every 3 weeks, and SecureSurfX every 2 months. Most recently, HomeFront Security was updated on October 5, 2026 and SecureSurfX on October 6, 2026.

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