Comparison

9F VPN vs ForthVPN

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

Head to head
About

9F VPN

This app provides a secure and fast VPN service for browsing, streaming, and gaming. It offers features like IP address masking, public Wi-Fi protection, and one-tap server connections. A free plan is available with daily data limits, and a VIP subscription unlocks unlimited data and premium server access.

Highlights
  • Hide IP address
  • Secure public Wi-Fi
  • One-tap server connection
  • Free plan with daily data
  • VIP plan with unlimited data
  • REALITY protocol encryption
  • Multiple server locations
Features
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9F VPN is a fast, secure VPN for gaming, streaming and everyday browsing. Hide your IP address, keep public Wi-Fi private and connect with one tap to servers in Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong, Thailand, the United States and Germany. No account is needed to start. If you like, sign in with Apple, Google, Telegram or an email code to use the same account on your other devices. App languages: English, 简体中文 (Simplified Chinese), 繁體中文 (Traditional Chinese), ไทย (Thai) and Burmese. FREE PLAN • 2 GB of high-speed data every day on our United States and Germany servers • When it runs out, Slow Mode keeps you online instead of cutting you off • Today's usage is shown live on the home screen, and high speed comes back every day VIP • Every premium region: Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong, Thailand and the United States • Hysteria2 high-speed lines for smooth HD video and low-ping gaming • No daily data limit • Use VIP on up to 5 phones and tablets with one account PRIVACY FIRST • Your traffic is encrypted with the REALITY protocol • We don't keep logs of the websites you visit or your DNS queries • We keep only what the service needs, such as a random device ID, your approximate region, daily data totals and subscription status. We never store your IP address or sell your data SMART AND RELIABLE • Modes for everyday browsing, HD video, gaming and maximum privacy • Automatically switches to a backup route if a line drops or won't connect • Optimized for networks in Southeast Asia, including Myanmar and Thailand SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION • 9F VPN VIP is offered as monthly and annual auto-renewing subscriptions. Prices are shown in the app and may vary by country. • Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. • Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. • You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your Apple ID settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://9fvpn.com/privacy/ Terms of Service: https://9fvpn.com/terms/ Support: support@9fvpn.com

About

ForthVPN

Features
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ForthVPN provides a secure, high-speed tunnel for professionals to access their corporate data and global services without lag. Our massive server network ensures your connection remains unhindered by network congestion or unstable public hotspots. Auto-Renewal Details: Upon purchase confirmation, payment will be charged to your Apple ID account. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your App Store Account Settings after purchase. If a free trial is offered, any unused portion will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription. Related Terms: Terms of Service: https://www.forthvpn.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.forthvpn.com/privacy Contact Us: support@forthvpn.com

Screenshots

9F VPN4 screens
ForthVPN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ForthVPN at 5.0 against 9F VPN's 3.4. 9F VPN's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly). On price, ratings volume, 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. 9F VPN sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and ForthVPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ForthVPN holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

9F VPN ships an update every 2 days, ForthVPN monthly. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
9F VPN versus ForthVPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter9F VPNForthVPN
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (5 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size108 MB165 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer9F Technologies LLCSOON BODYWERKZ AUTO PTE. LTD.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

9F VPN

Subscriptions4
  • 1 Month Premium$2.991 Month
  • 1-Month VIP7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • 1 Year Premium$19.991 Year
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  • 1-Year VIP1 Year trial$39.991 Year
3 purchases

ForthVPN

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • 3 Months3 Days trial$20.993 Months
  • 12 Months7 Days trial$53.991 Year

Questions

Is 9F VPN free?
9F VPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ForthVPN free?
ForthVPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 9F VPN or ForthVPN?
ForthVPN is rated higher. 9F VPN averages 3.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while ForthVPN averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do 9F VPN or ForthVPN have ads?
Neither 9F VPN nor ForthVPN shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 9F VPN or ForthVPN?
9F VPN ships an update every 2 days, and ForthVPN monthly. Most recently, 9F VPN was updated on November 13, 2026 and ForthVPN on November 13, 2026.

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