Comparison

HexVPN vs BlackSwan

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

Head to head
About

HexVPN

This app provides a secure and private internet connection with AI-powered threat blocking. It uses RAM-only servers and advanced encryption for robust protection. Enjoy fast speeds and privacy-friendly features with a single, all-inclusive plan.

Highlights
  • AI-powered threat protection
  • RAM-only servers
  • HexGuard encryption
  • 30+ global POPs
  • Up to 10 devices per account
  • No third-party analytics
  • One-time email sign-in
Features
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HexVPN is a privacy-focused VPN with no logs, AI-powered threat blocking, and one price for everything we ship. WHAT MAKES HEXVPN DIFFERENT • AI-powered threat protection — blocks phishing, malware, trackers, and ads at the tunnel layer, before any of it reaches your device • RAM-only servers — no disks, no persistent storage • HexGuard encryption — ChaCha20-Poly1305 + Curve25519 with perfect forward secrecy • 30+ POPs across 4 continents on dedicated hardware in privacy-friendly jurisdictions • Up to 10 devices on a single account • No third-party analytics, attribution, or fingerprinting SDKs in our app ONE PLAN. EVERYTHING IN IT. • $9.99/month • $2.99/month billed annually (save 70%) • 30-day money-back guarantee on your first subscription NO PASSWORDS One-time email sign-in codes. Nothing to forget, lose, or get phished. FAST WireGuard-class performance — gigabit under real conditions. We benchmark every server and route around hot spots automatically. TRUSTWORTHY Bootstrapped. No VCs, no acquirers, no incentive to monetize you — we answer only to the people paying for the tunnel. WHAT WE DON'T LOG Your IP. Sites you visit. DNS queries. Timestamps. Bandwidth. Fingerprints. Apps. Location. Hardware. None of it. LEARN MORE • Trust Center: hexvpn.co/trust • Privacy Policy: hexvpn.co/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

BlackSwan

This app provides fast, secure, and private internet access with encrypted connections. It protects your online activity on public Wi-Fi and mobile data, offering a simple one-tap connection for instant security.

Highlights
  • Strong privacy protection
  • Fast VPN servers
  • One-tap connection
  • Public Wi-Fi security
  • Premium subscription options
  • Daily free VPN access
Features
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BlackSwan VPN - Fast, Secure & Private Internet Access BlackSwan VPN helps you browse the internet securely with fast, encrypted connections designed to protect your privacy wherever you go. Whether you're using public Wi-Fi, mobile data, or your home network, BlackSwan VPN keeps your connection secure and your online activity protected. Features • Strong Privacy Protection – Secure your internet connection with advanced encryption. • Fast VPN Servers – Connect to reliable servers for smooth browsing and online activities. • One-Tap Connection – Start protecting your connection instantly with a simple tap. • Public Wi-Fi Security – Protect your data when using airports, hotels, cafés, and other public networks. • Premium Subscription – Upgrade through in-app purchases to unlock unlimited data and an enhanced VPN experience. Why BlackSwan VPN? • Fast and reliable connections • Secure encrypted network • Easy-to-use interface • Daily free VPN access • Premium plans available Download BlackSwan VPN today and enjoy a safer, more private internet experience. BlackSwan Unlimited (auto-renewable subscription) • Monthly and annual plans — unlimited data, full speed, on all servers. • The price is shown in the app and charged to your Apple ID at purchase. • Your subscription auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. • Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Privacy Policy: https://vpnblackswan.com/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://vpnblackswan.com/terms

Screenshots

HexVPN4 screens
BlackSwan4 screens

Verdict

The call

HexVPN and BlackSwan are too close to call on the numbers: across 8 compared parameters — price, rating, ratings volume and ads among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. HexVPN sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and BlackSwan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 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 HexVPN against 5.0 for BlackSwan. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
HexVPN versus BlackSwan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHexVPNBlackSwan
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB92 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHexVPNNinja Swan LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

HexVPN

Subscriptions2
  • HexVPN Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • HexVPN Pro Yearly$17.991 Year
2 purchases

BlackSwan

Subscriptions2
  • BlackSwan Unlimited Monthly$10.001 Month
  • BlackSwan Unlimited Annual$100.001 Year

Questions

Is HexVPN free?
HexVPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BlackSwan free?
BlackSwan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, HexVPN or BlackSwan?
HexVPN and BlackSwan are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do HexVPN or BlackSwan have ads?
Neither HexVPN nor BlackSwan shows ads.

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