Comparison

ShieldWave VPN vs NetWise

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

Head to head
About

ShieldWave VPN

Secure your internet connection with this VPN service. It offers fast, private browsing with military-grade encryption and a no-log policy. Choose between smart routing for local and international traffic or global mode for complete protection.

Highlights
  • One-tap connection
  • Smart and Global routing modes
  • Military-grade encryption
  • No-log policy
  • 17,000+ servers in 76 countries
  • Multi-device support (Pro)
Features
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ShieldWave is a fast, simple VPN. Tap once to connect, see for yourself that it works, and keep your browsing private on any network. NEW: MADE FOR IPHONE DUO ▸ Ready on day one for both displays of iPhone Duo. ▸ Open it in landscape and Home and Servers sit side by side — pick a location and connect without switching screens. ▸ Closed, turned or in Split View, the tab bar and buttons sit along the side of the screen, where iOS puts its own controls. ▸ iPad in landscape gets the same side-by-side layout. WHY SHIELDWAVE ▸ One tap to connect — the home screen shows whether you're protected, where you exit and how long you've been connected. ▸ Pick the fastest server — latency is measured from your own device, so the list reflects your network, not a brochure. ▸ Check that it works — tap IP to see your exit address and whether popular sites are reachable, without leaving the app. ▸ No logs — we don't record your browsing, your DNS queries or the sites you visit. ▸ Any network — public Wi-Fi, mobile data and hotspots. ▸ 16 languages, including Persian, Arabic, Russian, Turkish and Chinese. FREE PLAN • 15 GB every month, renewed on the 1st — no card needed • Watch a short ad for an extra 1 GB • After 15 GB you stay connected at a reduced speed • Servers in the United States, Japan, Singapore and the United Kingdom SHIELDWAVE PRO • Unlimited data • Every server region • Up to 6 devices • No ads • Priority support SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS • ShieldWave Pro is offered as a monthly or an annual auto-renewing subscription. Prices are shown in the app in your local currency. • Payment is charged to your Apple Account when you confirm the purchase. • The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. • If a free trial is offered, any unused part of it ends when you buy a subscription. • Manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://shieldwave.uk/privacy Terms of Use: https://shieldwave.uk/terms

About

NetWise

Features
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NetWise helps you understand and improve your everyday internet experience with simple tools for connection testing, cleaner browsing, and online privacy education. Check your internet speed, manage ad and tracker blocking for Safari, and learn practical tips for safer online habits — all in one clean and easy-to-use app. Key Features: • Internet Speed Test Measure your download speed, upload speed, and ping with a simple visual test. Save your latest result and quickly understand your connection quality. • Ad Blocker for Safari Use Safari content blocking tools to reduce ads and trackers while browsing. Manage ad and tracker filters directly from the app. • Privacy Guide Explore helpful articles about online privacy, public Wi-Fi safety, IP address privacy, tracking reduction, strong passwords, and phishing awareness. • Simple Settings Access support, restore purchases, share the app, and manage basic app information in one place. NetWise is designed to provide clear internet utility tools and practical privacy education without complicated setup or confusing technical language. Whether you want to test your connection, reduce browsing distractions, or learn safer online habits, NetWise gives you simple tools to stay informed and browse smarter.

Screenshots

ShieldWave VPN4 screens
NetWise4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NetWise at none against ShieldWave VPN's 2. On price, ads, device support 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. ShieldWave VPN sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. NetWise asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
ShieldWave VPN versus NetWise: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShieldWave VPNNetWise
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB11 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperINNOFUN DIGITALBarguzin Performance Marketing LP

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ShieldWave VPN

Subscriptions2
  • ShieldWave Pro — Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • ShieldWave Pro — Annual$24.991 Year
None

NetWise

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ShieldWave VPN free?
ShieldWave VPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NetWise free?
NetWise is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ShieldWave VPN or NetWise have ads?
Neither ShieldWave VPN nor NetWise shows ads.

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