# G1 Pro vs Passepartout, VPN Client

The clearest difference is rating: Passepartout, VPN Client at 4.8 against G1 Pro's 3.3. Passepartout, VPN Client also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 28 months) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 3). G1 Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Passepartout, VPN Client sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. G1 Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Passepartout, VPN Client holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Passepartout, VPN Client has 1.2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

G1 Pro ships an update every 28 months, Passepartout, VPN Client weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | G1 Pro | Passepartout, VPN Client |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/g1-pro/id858263091/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passepartout-vpn-client/id1433648537/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 71.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 28 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [M S Dehkordi](https://appshunter.io/developer/791605265) | [Algoritmico Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/992846121) |

## What reviewers say

### G1 Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/g1-pro/id858263091)

This utility app automates sending predefined SMS messages to compatible GSM switches like G1 Pro. It simplifies the process by filling in the SMS content for you, eliminating manual typing. Save the SIM card number of your GSM switch in the settings for easy access.

**Highlights:** Predefined SMS sending, GSM switch compatibility, Automated SMS content, SIM card number saving, User feedback integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Passepartout, VPN Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passepartout-vpn-client/id1433648537)

Protect your online privacy with this VPN client supporting OpenVPN and WireGuard protocols. It offers advanced features like on-demand rules, secure DNS, and profile sharing, with additional functionalities available via in-app purchase.

**Highlights:** OpenVPN and WireGuard protocol support, OpenVPN obfuscation, Shortcuts automation, On-demand rules, iCloud profile sharing, Secure DNS (DoH/DoT)

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tiny donation | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small donation | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium donation | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big donation | $9.99 | one-time |
| Huge donation | $24.99 | one-time |
| Core (iOS) | $24.99 | one-time |
| Core (macOS) | $24.99 | one-time |
| Apple TV | $24.99 | one-time |
| Core (iOS/macOS) | $44.99 | one-time |
| Forever | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient and lightweight
- 🔒 Secure OpenVPN connectivity
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 🔋 Low battery consumption
- 💡 Automatic VPN connection based on network

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Profiles/configurations being deleted after updates
- 🐛 Connectivity issues, especially with OpenVPN
- 💰 Paid features required for basic functionality
- 🐛 Unreliable kill switch/network protection

**Reported bugs**

- Profiles not saving or loading correctly
- Connectivity issues when transitioning between cellular and Wi-Fi
- Unexpected behavior when using iCloud sync

**Requested features**

- Support for more VPN protocols (e.g. WireGuard)
- Ability to manually configure VPN settings (e.g. MTU, ciphers)
- Improved Apple TV integration and support
- Split-tunneling functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is G1 Pro free?

G1 Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Passepartout, VPN Client free?

Passepartout, VPN Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, G1 Pro or Passepartout, VPN Client?

Passepartout, VPN Client is rated higher. G1 Pro averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Passepartout, VPN Client averages 4.8 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do G1 Pro or Passepartout, VPN Client have ads?

Neither G1 Pro nor Passepartout, VPN Client shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, G1 Pro or Passepartout, VPN Client?

G1 Pro ships an update every 28 months, and Passepartout, VPN Client weekly. Most recently, G1 Pro was updated on November 1, 2026 and Passepartout, VPN Client on November 13, 2026.

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