Comparison

Easy Connect SSH vs ShieldFlow

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

Head to head
About

Easy Connect SSH

Features
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SSH-VPN is a SSH-based secure access app for both everyday workflows and technical environments. With a visual interface, users can configure servers, control connections, and monitor runtime status without complex command-line setup. Key capabilities: - Encrypted SSH transport: Protects traffic with mature SSH security. - Dual connection modes: SOCKS5 local proxy mode and TUN system-level mode. - Rule-based routing: Split traffic by domain, suffix, keyword, IP-CIDR, and more. - Multi-profile management: Save and switch between multiple nodes and usage contexts. - Runtime observability: Real-time speed, traffic stats, active connections, and logs. Typical scenarios: - Secure remote access for distributed work - Cross-network debugging and QA validation - Fast node switching and operational monitoring - Safer connectivity in untrusted network environments SSH-VPN is designed to be lightweight, stable, and configurable, helping users manage secure connectivity efficiently across platforms. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ShieldFlow

Features
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Take back your focus. ShieldFlow blocks distracting apps using Apple's own Screen Time technology β€” so you can do your best work, build real habits, and reclaim your day. WHY SHIELDFLOW Phone addiction is real. The average person picks up their phone 96 times a day. ShieldFlow puts you back in control β€” without guilt, without complexity. FEATURES INSTANT APP BLOCKING Block any app in one tap. Selected apps show a shield screen instead of opening. Works with Apple's FamilyControls β€” the same technology Apple uses for Screen Time. FOCUS LOCK Pick a duration before you start and ShieldFlow makes it impossible to quit early. 25 minutes free. Unlock longer sessions with Pro. POMODORO MODE Built-in Pomodoro timer automatically blocks apps during work intervals and lifts them during breaks. No setup required. AUTOMATIC SCHEDULES Set recurring focus windows for work hours, study time, or bedtime. ShieldFlow blocks automatically β€” no manual tapping required. STREAKS & DAILY STATS Track your focus minutes, build streaks, and watch your progress with a beautiful weekly chart. Habits stick when you can see them. DAILY GOALS Set a daily focus goal from 30 minutes to 8 hours. Watch your progress bar fill up throughout the day. 100% PRIVATE ShieldFlow never sees which apps you block. Zero data leaves your device. No account required. No tracking. No ads. HOW IT WORKS 1. Enable Screen Time access (takes 5 seconds) 2. Choose which apps distract you most 3. Tap Start Focus β€” those apps are gone 4. End the session and see your stats grow FREE VS PRO Free includes: block up to 3 individual apps, Focus Lock up to 25 minutes, 1 automatic schedule, daily stats, and streak tracking. ShieldFlow Pro unlocks: block entire app categories (social, games, news β€” one tap blocks them all), unlimited individual app blocking, extended Focus Lock (50m, 90m, and custom), unlimited schedules, monthly insights, and priority support. Try Pro free for 7 days β€” no charge until the trial ends. Cancel anytime in iOS Settings. PRIVACY Your data never leaves your iPhone. ShieldFlow uses Apple's FamilyControls framework and never has access to which apps you block. No account needed. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Easy Connect SSH4 screens
ShieldFlow4 screens

Verdict

The call

Easy Connect SSH and ShieldFlow 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Easy Connect SSH sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and ShieldFlow sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Easy Connect SSH versus ShieldFlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEasy Connect SSHShieldFlow
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size20 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerζ˜Ÿζ±‡η››δΈ–(εŒ—δΊ¬)η§‘ζŠ€ζœ‰ι™ε…¬εΈAngela Freeman

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Easy Connect SSH

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$39.99
2 purchases

ShieldFlow

Subscriptions2
  • ShieldFlow Pro$6.991 Month
  • ShieldFlow Pro7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Easy Connect SSH free?
Easy Connect SSH is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShieldFlow free?
ShieldFlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Easy Connect SSH or ShieldFlow have ads?
Neither Easy Connect SSH nor ShieldFlow shows ads.

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