Comparison

Proxy Switchboard vs 4net Proxy VPN

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

Head to head
About

Proxy Switchboard

This app transforms your personal servers into a smart, rule-based proxy for your mobile devices. It allows you to route all your connections precisely where you want them, supporting various protocols and offering detailed traffic insights. Manage your network traffic with advanced features and share configurations easily.

Highlights
  • Rule-based connection routing
  • Support for SSH, SOCKS5, Shadowsocks, WireGuard, Tor
  • Live traffic statistics
  • HTTPS inspection with on-device logs
  • One-tap presets and route tester
  • Share proxy setups over Wi-Fi
  • Home Screen widget
Features
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Proxy Switchboard turns your own servers into a smart, rule-based proxy for your iPhone and iPad. Bring your own SSH server, SOCKS5/HTTP proxy, Shadowsocks, WireGuard peer or Tor — the app routes every connection exactly where you want it. YOUR SERVERS, YOUR RULES • Route by hostname: send *.example.com through one proxy, everything else direct • Three modes: route everything, rules-only, or direct • Exclusions for hosts that should always bypass the tunnel • One-tap presets for popular services • Built-in route tester shows exactly which rule and proxy a hostname will use ALL YOUR PROTOCOLS • SSH tunnels (password or private key, with a built-in SSH terminal) • SOCKS5, HTTP and HTTPS proxies • Shadowsocks, WireGuard and Tor • Proxy groups with round-robin or lowest-latency failover • Import servers by QR code, link or subscription URL — auto-refreshed SEE YOUR TRAFFIC • Live per-proxy and per-destination traffic stats • Long-press any hostname to copy it or turn it into a rule • HTTPS inspection (MITM) with on-device request/response logs — your data never leaves your phone • MCP for AI debugging support SHARE & CONTROL • Share your proxy setup over Wi-Fi with other devices on your network • Optional browser-based settings editor • Home Screen widget with one-tap connect and live status • Connect on demand, per-Wi-Fi network rules PRIVATE BY DESIGN No accounts. No data collection. No bundled servers. The app is a client for infrastructure you already own and trust — everything runs on your device. The free version includes 2 proxies and 10 rules. Proxy Switchboard Pro (one-time purchase, no subscription) unlocks unlimited proxies, unlimited rules and full HTTPS inspection capture. Requires servers/proxies you provide. Also available for Mac, with config files that work across both.

About

4net Proxy VPN

Features
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4net Proxy is a free VPN client for iPhone and iPad. Add a compatible subscription or configuration from your chosen provider or your own server, select a server manually, and connect. Features: • Import by link, QR code or supported file • Import preview and confirmation before saving • Clipboard insertion when you choose Link, subject to iOS permission • Server selection directly on Home, with disconnect/reconnect when switching • TCP latency checks and optional HTTPS checks through the proxy • Supported Xray JSON subscription import; multi-endpoint nodes appear as one entry • Connection statistics • Custom routing, built-in service rules and country bypass options • Optional rule-based ad blocking • Russian and English, with system language selection and an in-app override • Optional service recommendations and support through the 4net Telegram channel 4net is a client, not a VPN service provider. It does not sell subscriptions, process payments or unlock paid app features. You can add your own configuration without opening Telegram. Provider availability and connection quality depend on the configuration and network you use. Subscription links and configurations are stored locally with encryption. When importing or refreshing, a request is sent to your provider; a compatible provider may require an app/device identifier. See the privacy policy for details. Requires iOS 18 or later. Support: app@4net.ge Website: https://bundo.su/4net

Screenshots

Proxy Switchboard3 screens
4net Proxy VPN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 4net Proxy VPN at none against Proxy Switchboard's 1. Proxy Switchboard's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 4 days) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support 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. Proxy Switchboard sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 4net Proxy VPN asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Proxy Switchboard ships an update daily, 4net Proxy VPN every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Proxy Switchboard versus 4net Proxy VPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProxy Switchboard4net Proxy VPN
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSENPRINTS LLC4net

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Proxy Switchboard

One-time1
  • Proxy Switchboard Pro$7.99
None

4net Proxy VPN

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Proxy Switchboard free?
Proxy Switchboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 4net Proxy VPN free?
4net Proxy VPN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Proxy Switchboard or 4net Proxy VPN have ads?
Neither Proxy Switchboard nor 4net Proxy VPN shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Proxy Switchboard or 4net Proxy VPN?
Proxy Switchboard ships an update daily, and 4net Proxy VPN every 4 days. Most recently, Proxy Switchboard was updated on September 20, 2026 and 4net Proxy VPN on October 15, 2026.

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