Sham vs LinkItVPN
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Sham
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ShamVPN is a secure connection client designed to provide a stable and convenient network connection through a simple, focused interface. The app supports multiple connection profiles and configurations, allowing you to manage available connections and switch between them easily. Key features: ⢠Secure connection handling ⢠Multiple connection profiles and configurations ⢠Connection status notifications ⢠Background connection support where available ⢠Simple and practical interface ⢠Easy connection management ShamVPN is designed for users who want a straightforward connection client with configurable profiles and a reliable day-to-day experience.
LinkItVPN
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LinkItVPN is a VPN client designed for simple, reliable network connections. Use Auto mode to select an available LinkItVPN node, or choose Manual mode to browse countries and nodes yourself. LinkItVPN uses Apple's Network Extension framework and a Packet Tunnel Provider to manage the VPN connection requested by the user. Features: - Auto and Manual connection modes - Country and node selection - Clear connection status and disconnect control - Account sign-in, registration, and in-app account deletion - Native iPhone interface An active LinkItVPN account and an internet connection are required. Node availability and connection performance may vary by network and region. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sham at none against LinkItVPN's 3. LinkItVPN's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. LinkItVPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Sham asks for nothing beyond the download.
Sham ships an update every 3 weeks, LinkItVPN every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sham | LinkItVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 5 days ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No ā better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TechnologyTouch | Unitedbiz Software Inc. |
In-app purchases
Sham
No in-app purchases
LinkItVPN
- LinkItVPN Monthly$6.991 Month
- LinkItVPN 6-Month$29.996 Months
- LinkItVPN Yearly$59.991 Year







