Shadowrocket vs LinkJoy
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.
LinkJoy
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LinkJoy is a Bluetooth based tool for remote control between devices. Exchange invitation codes to establish a secure connection. Then send control commands to the paired device using simple gestures like shake or swipe. This enables mutual interaction. Privacy and Security: Every connection requires mutual confirmation via invitation codes. Your device only accepts remote commands after explicit consent. Bluetooth is used solely for device communication. No personal data is collected. You can disconnect at any time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: LinkJoy at Free against Shadowrocket's $2.99. Shadowrocket's advantage is chart position (#1 vs unranked) and device support (5 vs 2). On ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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
LinkJoy is free to download; Shadowrocket costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Shadowrocket | LinkJoy |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #1 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 65 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 17+ |
| Developer | Shadow Launch Technology Limited | 永庚 唐 |
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
LinkJoy
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Shadowrocket
No in-app purchases
LinkJoy
No in-app purchases
