Comparison

Lama Client vs StableRoute VPN

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

Head to head
About

Lama Client

Features
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Lama Client is a VPN client for your own access keys. Add one key or several, and the llama keeps the connection going. IMPORTANT: you need an access key from your provider — a vless://, vmess://, trojan:// or ss:// link, or a subscription URL. The app does not sell or provide VPN servers. SEVERAL KEYS, ONE QUEUE Keys from different providers live in one list, in the order you choose. Turn on Autopilot, and if the active key drops or the internet stops working through it, the llama connects the next one. You don't have to tap anything. AUTOPILOT • Turns the VPN on by itself on unfamiliar Wi-Fi and on cellular • Trusted networks: no VPN at home or at work • Regularly checks that the connection through the key is alive, and switches keys if it isn't EASY TO ADD A KEY Paste a link from the clipboard, scan a QR code, or load every key from your provider's subscription. Each key shows its latency, and the list can be sorted by speed. Keep a note on a key — for example, when it expires. ROUTES Pick sites that should open directly, outside the VPN — your bank, for example. Or the other way round: send only selected sites through the key. THE LLAMA The llama dozes while the VPN is off and stands guard once you're connected. A Home Screen widget turns the VPN on and off without opening the app, and a Live Activity shows the status on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island. PRIVACY • No account, no registration, no ads • No analytics or third-party trackers • Keys are stored in the iPhone's encrypted Keychain and never leave the device • We run no servers of our own: traffic goes to your provider's server Protocols: VLESS, VMess, Trojan, Shadowsocks; TLS and Reality; TCP, WebSocket, gRPC, HTTP/2, HTTPUpgrade and XHTTP transports. The connection uses Apple's system VPN mechanism. On first connection iOS asks permission to add a VPN configuration. Requires an iPhone with iOS 17 or later.

About

StableRoute VPN

Features
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Unstable single-node connection? StableRoute combines the multiple VPN nodes you already have to provide a more reliable connection. UNSTABLE CONNECTION, AUTOMATIC NODE SWITCHING If the current connection node becomes unstable, StableRoute automatically switches to a higher-quality node. While connected, we continuously monitor node connection quality. SMART ROUTE SELECTION After you import compatible nodes or a subscription, Smart chooses a better starting route from your current pool. If you prefer full control, you can connect through a specific node at any time. CLEAR, LOCAL, AND IN YOUR CONTROL • See the active node and connection state at a glance. • Organize multiple node pools and choose which pool is active. • Import compatible configurations by URL, QR code, text, or local file. • Keep node configuration and diagnostics on your device. • Review recovery activity when StableRoute changes routes. StableRoute does not provide VPN servers or node subscriptions. You need to import compatible connection details from a provider you trust. Download and try StableRoute free for 60 minutes of successful VPN connection time. A single in-app purchase unlocks StableRoute Plus permanently. No subscription and no automatic renewal.

Screenshots

Lama Client4 screens
StableRoute VPN3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lama Client at none against StableRoute VPN's 1. 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

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

Both are free to download. StableRoute VPN sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Lama Client asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Lama Client versus StableRoute VPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLama ClientStableRoute VPN
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Daily
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFreedomLLCBeijing FlyToken Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

Lama Client

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

StableRoute VPN

One-time1
  • StableRoute Plus Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Lama Client free?
Lama Client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is StableRoute VPN free?
StableRoute VPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Lama Client or StableRoute VPN have ads?
Neither Lama Client nor StableRoute VPN shows ads.

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