Shadowrocket vs Vibelet
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.
Vibelet
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Vibelet turns your iPhone or iPad into a remote control for AI assistant sessions running on your Mac. Connect to the Vibelet desktop connector on your computer over the local network or a configured secure endpoint, then create and manage desktop sessions from your mobile device. Key Features: 1. Quick Connect — Scan a QR code or manually enter your host address to pair with your Mac in seconds. 2. AI Session Control — Start new sessions, resume previous ones, and keep multiple assistant sessions organized. 3. Real-Time Chat — Send messages and receive AI responses with Markdown rendering for structured text, lists, links, and attachments. 4. Workspace Selection — Choose a working folder on your Mac before starting a session. 5. Attachments — Add images and videos when a task needs more context. 6. Review Controls — Review and approve or reject requests from your desktop assistant, keeping you in control. 7. Works on iPhone and iPad — Optimized layouts for both phone and tablet screens. How It Works: 1. Install and run the Vibelet desktop connector on your Mac. 2. Open the Vibelet app on your iPhone or iPad. 3. Scan the QR code or enter connection details. 4. Manage your desktop AI sessions from your couch, bed, or anywhere in your home. Vibelet requires a Mac running the Vibelet desktop connector. AI functionality requires your own compatible desktop assistant setup. The iOS app acts as a remote controller and does not download, install, or execute code on your iPhone or iPad. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://aino.md/legal/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Vibelet at Free against Shadowrocket's $2.99. Shadowrocket's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and chart position (#1 vs unranked). On update cadence and ads 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
Vibelet is free to download; Shadowrocket costs $2.99 up front. Vibelet sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Shadowrocket asks for nothing beyond the download.
Shadowrocket ships an update every 10 days, Vibelet fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Shadowrocket | Vibelet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.5 (12K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 57.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 12K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #1 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 108 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | Shadow Launch Technology Limited | 宜丙 林 |
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
Vibelet
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Shadowrocket
No in-app purchases
Vibelet
- Vibelet Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Vibelet Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Vibelet Pro Lifetime$9.99
