# BetterVPN Client vs 9F VPN

The clearest difference is rating: BetterVPN Client at 5.0 against 9F VPN's 3.0. BetterVPN Client also leads on device support (4 vs 1). 9F VPN's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BetterVPN Client sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month and 9F VPN sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BetterVPN Client holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively.

BetterVPN Client ships an update weekly, 9F VPN every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BetterVPN Client | 9F VPN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bettervpn-client/id6774006793/reviews)** | [3.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/9f-vpn-fast-secure-proxy/id6774030251/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **4** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 47 MB | 121 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BetterLink, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6774006795) | [9F Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6774030253) |

## What reviewers say

### BetterVPN Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bettervpn-client/id6774006793)

Secure your online activity with an encrypted connection across your Apple devices. Protect your privacy on public Wi-Fi and bypass network restrictions with advanced features like a kill switch and split tunneling.

**Highlights:** AES-256 encryption, Kill switch, Split tunneling, Per-website/IP routing, Global server network, One subscription for all Apple devices

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dedicated IP Monthly | $3.49 | per month |
| Standard VPN Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Standard VPN Monthly + IP 50% | $6.49 | per month |
| Standard VPN Monthly + IP 40% | $7.09 | per month |
| Standard VPN Monthly + IP 30% | $7.69 | per month |
| Standard VPN Monthly + IP 20% | $8.29 | per month |
| Dedicated Server Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Dedicated IP Yearly | $41.99 | per year |
| Standard VPN Yearly | $41.99 | per year |
| Standard VPN Yearly + IP 50% | $62.99 | per year |
| Standard VPN Yearly + IP 40% | $67.99 | per year |
| Standard VPN Yearly + IP 30% | $71.99 | per year |
| Standard VPN Yearly + IP 20% | $75.99 | per year |
| Standard VPN Yearly + IP 10% | $79.99 | per year |
| Dedicated Server Yearly | $169.99 | per year |


### 9F VPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/9f-vpn-fast-secure-proxy/id6774030251)

Experience ultra-fast, secure, and private internet access globally and in Southeast Asia. Enjoy buffer-free streaming, low-ping gaming, and robust Wi-Fi protection with advanced stealth protocols. Connect up to 5 devices simultaneously with a strict zero-logs policy.

**Highlights:** Ultra-fast dedicated backbone, Instant 4K/8K streaming, Advanced REALITY stealth protocol, Low-ping gaming optimization, Connect up to 5 devices, Strict zero-logs commitment

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Premium | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BetterVPN Client free?

BetterVPN Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is 9F VPN free?

9F VPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BetterVPN Client or 9F VPN?

BetterVPN Client is rated higher. BetterVPN Client averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while 9F VPN averages 3.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do BetterVPN Client or 9F VPN have ads?

Neither BetterVPN Client nor 9F VPN shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BetterVPN Client or 9F VPN?

BetterVPN Client ships an update weekly, and 9F VPN every 5 days. Most recently, BetterVPN Client was updated on October 24, 2026 and 9F VPN on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*