# ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN vs Oriole

ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN and Oriole both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN's written reviews are positive against 43% of Oriole's. ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN also leads on ratings volume (419K vs 221) and chart position (#9 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Oriole sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN against 4.6 for Oriole. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN has 419K ratings behind it against 221, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN's written reviews are positive against 43% of Oriole's.

ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN ships an update every 6 days, Oriole weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN | Oriole |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (419K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/expressvpn-secure-and-fast-vpn/id886492891/reviews)** | [4.6 (221 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oriole-network-proxy/id1245170216/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **419K** | 221 |
| Positive reviews | **86.2% of reviews** | 42.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#9** | — |
| Size | 155 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Express VPN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687252195) | [磊 郭](https://appshunter.io/developer/1201234070) |

## What reviewers say

### ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/expressvpn-secure-and-fast-vpn/id886492891)

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Grossing · Utilities, #21 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Secure your online activity with a premium VPN service offering ultra-fast connections and uncompromised privacy. Access a global network of servers, enjoy unlimited bandwidth for streaming and gaming, and protect your data with advanced encryption. Includes a built-in password manager and 24/7 customer support.

**Highlights:** Ultra-fast connections, Global server network, Strict no-logs policy, Advanced encryption, Built-in password manager, Unlimited bandwidth, Threat Manager

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1-Week Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1-Month Plan (Basic) | $11.99 | per month |
| 1-month subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| 1-Month Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| 1-Month Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| 1-Month Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| 12-Month Plan (Basic) | $49.99 | per year |
| 12-Month Plan (Basic) | $49.99 | per year |
| 12-month plan | $49.99 | per year |
| 6-Month Subscription | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| 12-Month Subscription | $79.99 | per year |
| 12-Month Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| 12-Month Subscription | $116.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and stable connection
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Versatile for streaming, gaming, and browsing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues, especially in China
- 🔋 High data consumption
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and security
- 💰 Expensive compared to alternatives

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Inability to connect or stay connected
- Issues with WiFi and cellular data switching

**Requested features**

- Automatic server selection and reconnection
- More server locations, especially in Asia
- Better compatibility with mobile devices
- Improved customer support response times


### Oriole

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oriole-network-proxy/id1245170216)

This utility app provides secure network proxying using Shadowsocks, HTTP(S), and Socks5 protocols. It helps protect user data by routing traffic through a trusted server. Offers monthly and yearly premium subscriptions for enhanced features.

**Highlights:** Shadowsocks proxy, HTTP(S) proxy, Socks5 proxy, Secure data protection, Trusted server routing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium a month | $1.99 | per month |
| Three day free trial | $1.99 | per month |
| Season with three day trial | $4.49 | per 3 months |
| Premium a year | $13.99 | per year |
| Oriole Pro | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN free?

ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Oriole free?

Oriole is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN or Oriole?

ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN is rated higher. ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN averages 4.7 out of 5 from 419K ratings, while Oriole averages 4.6 from 221 ratings.

### Do ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN or Oriole have ads?

Neither ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN nor Oriole shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN or Oriole?

ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN ships an update every 6 days, and Oriole weekly. Most recently, ExpressVPN · Secure & Fast VPN was updated on September 26, 2026 and Oriole on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*