Shadowrocket vs Nextin
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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.
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.
- 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
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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.
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
Shadowrocket ships an update weekly, Nextin fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Shadowrocket | Nextin |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.5 (12K ratings) — better | 3.4 (625 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 57.5% of reviews — better | 32.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 12K — better | 625 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid — better | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | #1 — better | #125 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 137 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shadow Launch Technology Limited | NEXTIN INC |
Customer experience
Shadowrocket
Nextin
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
Shadowrocket
No in-app purchases
Nextin
- 1000 积分$1.99
- 3000 Coins$6.49
- 10000 积分$20.49







