Comparison

Shadowrocket vs Nextin

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

Head to head
About

Shadowrocket

This utility client captures and redirects all device traffic to a proxy server. It records requests, allows rule-based configuration, and measures network performance. It also supports ad blocking, local DNS mapping, and advanced proxy features.

Highlights
  • Capture and redirect all device traffic
  • Record HTTP, HTTPS, and DNS requests
  • Configure rules by domain, IP, and GeoIP
  • Measure traffic usage and network speed
  • Import rule files from URL or iCloud
  • Block ads by domain and user agent
  • Local DNS Mapping
Features
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Rule based proxy utility client for iPhone/iPad. - Capture all HTTP/HTTPS/TCP traffic from any applications on your device, and redirect to the proxy server. - Record and display HTTP, HTTPS, DNS requests from your iOS devices. - Configure rules using domain match, domain suffix, domain keyword, CIDR IP range, and/or GeoIP lookup. - Measure traffic usage and network speed on WiFi, cellular, direct and proxy connections. - Import rule files from URL or iCloud Drive. - Block ads by domain, user agent rules. - Local DNS Mapping. - Work on cellular networks. - Decrypt HTTPS traffic. - Perform URL rewrite. - Fully IPv6 supports. - Script filter supports. - Multi-level forward proxy. - Support kcptun, cloak, gost, v2ray plugins. - Support DNS over HTTPS, DNS over TLS, DNS over QUIC.

About

Nextin

This tool simplifies network connection setup by automatically obtaining configurations from service providers. It supports a wide range of modern protocols and features an intuitive interface for a smooth user experience. Built-in routing rules intelligently manage traffic without manual intervention.

Highlights
  • Automatic configuration import
  • Supports VLESS, Trojan, VMess, Shadowsocks, Hysteria, TUIC
  • Clash Meta core powered
  • Intuitive SwiftUI interface
  • Built-in traffic routing rules
  • In-app support access
Features
Currently charting
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Nextin is a subscription-based configuration and connection tool designed to simplify the setup process and improve everyday usability. Users can quickly obtain a complete configuration by entering a service provider’s site identifier, or by importing a subscription URL directly, eliminating the need for any manual configuration. The app is powered by the Clash Meta core, offering strong compatibility and stable performance. It supports a wide range of modern network protocols, including: • VLESS / VLESS XTLS / Reality • Anytls • Trojan / Trojan XTLS • VMess • Shadowsocks • ShadowsocksR • Hysteria / Hysteria2 • TUIC • Masque With its advanced core and protocol support, Nextin delivers efficient connections and reliable performance across different network environments. Built with native SwiftUI, Nextin features a clean, intuitive interface and smooth interactions, ensuring a seamless user experience. The app includes a comprehensive set of built-in traffic routing rules, which intelligently handle traffic based on network conditions and usage scenarios, without requiring manual intervention. Nextin also integrates in-app support access, allowing users to directly contact their chosen service provider for assistance and inquiries, making the overall experience more convenient and streamlined. Nextin is designed to reduce complexity, enabling users to complete configuration effortlessly and enjoy a stable, smooth, and reliable experience.

Screenshots

Shadowrocket4 screens
Nextin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Nextin at Free against Shadowrocket's $2.99. Shadowrocket's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 3.4) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads and device support 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

Nextin is free to download; Shadowrocket costs $2.99 up front. Nextin sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Shadowrocket asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shadowrocket holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shadowrocket has 12K ratings behind it against 625, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Shadowrocket's written reviews are positive against 32% of Nextin's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shadowrocket ships an update weekly, Nextin fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Shadowrocket versus Nextin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShadowrocketNextin
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (12K ratings) — better3.4 (625 ratings)
Positive reviews57.5% of reviews — better32.1% of reviews
Number of ratings12K — better625
Update frequencyWeekly — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid — betterSubscription
Best chart rank#1 — better#125
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB137 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShadow Launch Technology LimitedNEXTIN INC

Customer experience

Shadowrocket

All ratings11,998 ratings
Positive86.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative9.9%
Written reviews1,416 reviews
Positive57.5%
Neutral10.0%
Negative32.5%

Nextin

All ratings625 ratings
Positive58.4%
Neutral5.4%
Negative36.2%
Written reviews140 reviews
Positive32.1%
Neutral6.4%
Negative61.4%

Bugs and requests

Shadowrocket

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS versions
  • Unreliable server connections leading to timeouts
  • Subscription management and customer support issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add support for more protocols (e.g. SSTP, L2TP)
  • Implement auto-connect and load balancing features
  • Develop a native macOS version

Nextin

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Shadowrocket

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Nextin

One-time3
  • 1000 积分$1.99
  • 3000 Coins$6.49
  • 10000 积分$20.49

Questions

Is Shadowrocket free?
Shadowrocket costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nextin free?
Nextin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Shadowrocket or Nextin?
Shadowrocket is rated higher. Shadowrocket averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Nextin averages 3.4 from 625 ratings.
Do Shadowrocket or Nextin have ads?
Neither Shadowrocket nor Nextin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shadowrocket or Nextin?
Shadowrocket ships an update weekly, and Nextin fortnightly. Most recently, Shadowrocket was updated on September 24, 2026 and Nextin on September 22, 2026.
Which is more popular, Shadowrocket or Nextin?
Shadowrocket currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Nextin at #125. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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