Comparison

Serena VPN 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

Serena VPN

Features
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Serena VPN brings your VPN connection into a clear, calm interface on iPhone and iPad. Choose an available location, start or stop the connection and check its status from the main screen. A SIMPLE WAY TO CONNECT • Browse locations by country name and flag. • Search the location list and choose a server. • Start and stop your VPN connection from one screen. • View connection status and session information. • Choose English, Italian or Russian in Settings. • Open support and the privacy policy directly from the app. Serena VPN uses Apple's Network Extension framework to route device traffic through the selected VPN server. iOS or iPadOS asks for permission before adding the VPN configuration. An internet connection and an available, compatible server are required. Connection quality and server availability depend on your network and the service provider. The app does not require an account and has no advertising, in-app purchases or subscriptions. A randomly generated installation identifier is sent to the server-list provider for service functionality. Please read the privacy policy for details about data handling before connecting. Privacy policy: https://serenavpn.app/privacy/ Support: https://serenavpn.app/support

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 • Import of supported TCP, XHTTP, gRPC and Hysteria2 configurations • Provider announcements in import preview and subscription cards • Optional provider logos, colours, account and support links • In-app renewal reminders and subscription auto-refresh • Server filtering by Wi-Fi or mobile network when configured by the provider • 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; the app sends a stable, provider-specific identifier (HWID) for device authorization. See the privacy policy for details. Requires iOS 18 or later. Support: app@4net.ge Website: https://bundo.su/4net

Screenshots

Serena VPN4 screens
4net Proxy VPN4 screens

Verdict

The call

Serena VPN and 4net Proxy VPN are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Serena VPN versus 4net Proxy VPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSerena VPN4net Proxy VPN
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGABRY GAMES SRL4net

In-app purchases

None

Serena VPN

No in-app purchases

None

4net Proxy VPN

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Serena VPN free?
Serena VPN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 4net Proxy VPN free?
4net Proxy VPN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Serena VPN or 4net Proxy VPN have ads?
Neither Serena VPN nor 4net Proxy VPN shows ads.

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