Comparison

TiYi vs ATV Connect

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

Head to head
About

TiYi

This app acts as a VPN client that allows you to import your existing VPN configurations from various sources. Connect to your authorized servers with a single tap, manage nodes, and choose your preferred routing modes. It offers a consistent experience across iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Highlights
  • Import subscription URLs
  • Supports various protocols (VMess, VLESS, Trojan, etc.)
  • One-tap connection
  • Node search and sorting
  • Latency testing
  • Multiple routing modes
  • iCloud sync for profiles
Features
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TiYi is a bring-your-own-config VPN client for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Import the subscriptions, share links, or files you already have, then connect in one tap. TiYi does not provide servers, plans, or paid nodes—you supply a remote configuration you are authorized to use. IMPORT • Subscription URLs with optional auto-update • Share links such as ss, VMess, VLESS, Trojan, and Hysteria2 • Clash configs, sing-box JSON, and WireGuard • OpenVPN (.ovpn) and IKEv2 • Clipboard and files; scan a QR code on iPhone • Open imports with the tiyi:// URL scheme CONNECT AND NODES • Connect or disconnect in one tap • Search nodes, sort by latency or name, group by region • Run latency tests and switch nodes quickly • Routing modes: Rule, Global, and Direct • Optionally include all networks • System HTTP proxy through the VPN tunnel ACROSS YOUR DEVICES • The same experience on iPhone, iPad, and Mac • Mac menu bar: connect, change routing, and switch profiles • Optional iCloud sync for profiles, with Wi-Fi-only if you prefer PRIVACY Profiles stay on device. If you enable iCloud sync, they sync only to your iCloud. TiYi does not operate nodes and does not sell connection data. Use only servers you own or are authorized to use, and follow the laws where you live.

About

ATV Connect

Wirelessly manage compatible devices from your iPhone or iPad. Control screens remotely, manage applications and files, and access advanced device information without needing a computer.

Highlights
  • Wireless device connection over Wi-Fi
  • Remote application management
  • File browsing and transfer
  • Real-time screen mirroring
  • Remote device control
  • System information access
Features
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Wirelessly connect and manage compatible devices directly from your iPhone or iPad. Connect devices over Wi-Fi, manage applications and files, control screens remotely, and access advanced device management features without a computer. Designed for developers, IT professionals, and advanced users who need convenient wireless device management from iOS. Key Features Wireless Device Connection • Connect compatible devices over Wi-Fi using network information or secure pairing • Automatically discover available devices on your local network • Quickly reconnect to previously used devices Device Management • Manage installed applications • Install supported packages from the Files app • Browse, transfer, and organize device files • Launch, stop, and manage applications remotely Remote Control & Screen Tools • View connected device screens in real time • Control compatible devices remotely • Capture and share screenshots Advanced Device Tools • Run remote operations on connected devices • View and export system information • Access detailed device information, including system version, hardware details, battery status, and connection status Compatibility Requires compatible devices with wireless connection features enabled. Devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Notes Some advanced operations require additional system permissions and may vary depending on device manufacturer, device model, and operating system version. Support: miaozhi.ai@gmail.com

Screenshots

TiYi4 screens
ATV Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: TiYi at free against ATV Connect's free with in-app purchases. TiYi also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TiYi ships an update every 4 days, ATV Connect every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
TiYi versus ATV Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTiYiATV Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWeigan Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.CHENGDU MIAOZHI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

Customer experience

TiYi

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ATV Connect

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

TiYi

No in-app purchases

None

ATV Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TiYi free?
TiYi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ATV Connect free?
ATV Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TiYi or ATV Connect have ads?
Neither TiYi nor ATV Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TiYi or ATV Connect?
TiYi ships an update every 4 days, and ATV Connect every 3 weeks. Most recently, TiYi was updated on October 11, 2026 and ATV Connect on October 21, 2026.

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