Comparison

NetGuard vs Netguard

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

Head to head
About

NetGuard

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NetGuard is a zero-trust local firewall for iPhone and iPad built with Apple NetworkExtension technology. All network connections are blocked by default. Only domains and services you explicitly whitelist are allowed to communicate. Take full control over your device’s network activity with private on-device packet filtering and domain-based access rules. Features • Block all outbound network traffic by default • Whitelist trusted domains and services • Real-time connection monitoring • On-device packet filtering using Apple NetworkExtension • Zero-trust network protection model • Lightweight and privacy-focused • No cloud processing or external VPN servers • Simple and secure rule management NetGuard helps you decide which apps and domains can access the internet — giving you a safer and more private networking experience.

About

Netguard

Features
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Netguard is a phishing-URL detector built around a simple promise: local-first, zero-cloud. Every analysis runs offline on your device — we don't collect or upload your URLs or browsing history. Got a suspicious link in a text, message, or email? Paste it or share it to Netguard and instantly see: • A risk level (Safe / Suspicious / Dangerous) and a 0–100 score • Itemized signals: typosquatting, look-alike (homoglyph) spoofing, brand impersonation, subdomain tricks, suspicious keywords • A plain-language explanation (on Apple Intelligence-capable devices, generated by an on-device model — fully offline) LOCAL-FIRST, PRIVACY-FIRST Unlike tools that send your browsing to the cloud, Netguard analyzes entirely offline by default. Your links stay on your device. CHECK FROM ANYWHERE • Share Extension: share any link to Netguard from any app • Siri & Shortcuts: "Check a URL with Netguard" • History: revisit links you've checked FREE vs PRO Free: 10 checks per day, last 20 history entries, fully offline. Netguard Pro: unlimited checks, full history, and early access to upcoming features. Subscription: NT$90/month or NT$690/year (includes a 7-day free trial). Subscriptions auto-renew; cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. LEGAL Terms of Use (EULA): https://lawliet0813.github.io/netguard-legal/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://lawliet0813.github.io/netguard-legal/privacy.html

Screenshots

NetGuard4 screens
Netguard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NetGuard at none against Netguard's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Netguard sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. NetGuard asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
NetGuard versus Netguard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetGuardNetguard
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DevelopermohYANRU CHEN

In-app purchases

None

NetGuard

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Netguard

Subscriptions2
  • Pro 月費$2.991 Month
  • Pro å¹´è²»$19.991 Year

Questions

Is NetGuard free?
NetGuard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Netguard free?
Netguard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NetGuard or Netguard have ads?
Neither NetGuard nor Netguard shows ads.

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