Best Shadowsocks Apps

198+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 198+ shadowsocks apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Shadowsocks Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1ShadowrocketShadowrocket$2.994.5★ (12K)NoNoAug 2026
2V2Box - V2ray ClientV2Box - V2ray ClientFree4.7★ (98K)YesNoAug 2026
3ShadowX VPN: Secure Faster VPNShadowX VPN: Secure Faster VPNFree4.5★ (27K)YesYesAug 2026
4Shadowsocks by IcegateShadowsocks by IcegateFree4.7★ (3)NoNoJul 2026
5PotatsoPotatsoFree4.4★ (6.1K)YesYesAug 2026
6Happ - Proxy UtilityHapp - Proxy UtilityFree4.6★ (12K)NoNoAug 2026
7Outline AppOutline AppFree4.2★ (1.5K)NoNoAug 2026
8StreisandStreisandFree4.4★ (2.1K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Shadowsocks

Shadowrocket#1

Shadowrocket by Shadow Launch Technology Limited

Rule based proxy utility
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.5😐(12K ratings)
$2.99
#1in Utilities
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent VPN performance
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🔒 Robust security features
  • 💡 Useful customization options

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues after updates
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🤔 Confusing setup process for some users
V2Box - V2ray Client#2

V2Box - V2ray Client by techlaim

V2ray / vmess/trojan / v2rayng
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.7😐(98K ratings)
FreeAds
#89in Utilities
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This app acts as a VPN internet network proxy, supporting a wide range of proxy protocols including Shadowsocks, V2ray, and Trojan. It offers advanced features like Reality support, multiple encryption options, and enhanced privacy protection without requiring login or registration.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🔒 Secure connection
  • 👍 Convenient features
  • 🚀 Reliable performance

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and crashes
  • 🔋 High battery usage
  • 📺 Annoying ads
ShadowX VPN: Secure Faster VPN#3

ShadowX VPN: Secure Faster VPN by Two Bytes LLC

Stable Unlimited VPN Proxy
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.5😊(27K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This application provides a secure and fast internet connection, protecting your privacy while browsing. It offers unlimited proxy access with a simple one-tap connection and a strict no-log policy. Enjoy free and unrestricted internet access without registration or credit card requirements.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and stable connection
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🔒 Secure and reliable
  • 💰 Free to use

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections
  • ⏱️ Slow connection speeds
  • 📢 Intrusive ads

More Shadowsocks apps to explore

4
Shadowsocks by Icegate
Shadowsocks by Icegate
Shadowsocks by Icegate
Client for Shadowsocks
Free

This app provides a secure and private proxy connection for unrestricted internet access. It offers fast performance, enhanced privacy through encryption, and a simple one-tap connection process. The client is battery efficient and supports multiple protocols.

Fast performanceEnhanced privacyOne-tap connection
🔧 Utilities
(3)
free
5
Potatso
Potatso
Potatso
Proxy/VPN Tool, Shadowsocks
Free

This powerful network tool enhances your mobile experience by creating a clean network environment. It supports various proxy protocols and offers smart routing rules to optimize data usage and speed, making it suitable for both new and experienced users.

Supports Shadowsocks, ShadowsocksR, Socks, HTTP(s) proxySeamless background operationWorks on cellular data and Wi-Fi
🔧 Utilities
(6.1K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Happ - Proxy Utility
Happ - Proxy Utility
Happ - Proxy Utility
New level of security by Xray
Free

This app simplifies the use of proxy and VPN servers with a user-friendly interface. It supports multiple protocol types and allows for rule-based proxy configuration. Your network activity remains private as the app does not collect or transmit your data.

Rule-based proxy configurationSupport for multiple protocol typesHidden and encrypted subscriptions
🔧 Utilities
(12K)
free
7
Outline App
Outline App
Outline App
by Outline Foundation
Free

Create and manage your own virtual private network (VPN) server for secure and private internet access. Share access with friends or colleagues by sending them an invitation directly from the manager. Enjoy fast, reliable, and encrypted connections to the open internet.

Set up your own VPN serverSecurely access the open internetKeep communications private
🔧 Utilities
(1.5K)
free
8
Streisand
Streisand
Streisand
Flexible Proxy Client
Free

This application provides a flexible client for managing proxy servers with a user-friendly interface. It supports a wide range of protocols and offers advanced features like rule-based setup and custom DNS. Your network activity data remains private on your device.

Rule-based proxy setupCompatibility with various protocolsCustom DNS support
🔧 Utilities
(2.1K)
free
9
Wrabbit Proxy
Wrabbit Proxy
Wrabbit Proxy
Fast VPN & proxy client
Free

This app allows you to connect to your own VPN and proxy servers using various protocols like VLESS, Trojan, and Shadowsocks. Easily import server configurations via links or QR codes and utilize smart routing for optimized traffic flow. It offers a clean interface with traffic statistics and connection logs.

Connect to VLESS, Trojan, Shadowsocks, Hysteria2Import server configurations via link or QR codeAuto mode selects fastest server
🔧 Utilities
(0)
free
10
VPN cat: Fast Secure Unlimited
VPN cat: Fast Secure Unlimited
VPN cat: Fast Secure Unlimited
Zero-log, No need registration
Free

This app offers a fast, secure, and private internet connection with a zero-log policy. It protects your data on public Wi-Fi, masks your IP address, and allows access to global content. A free tier is available with optional premium upgrades for enhanced speed.

Fast and secure VPN connectionZero-log privacy policyIP address masking
🔧 Utilities
(47K)
free with in-app purchases
11
XRay Connect
XRay Connect
XRay Connect
Client shadowsocks & vless key
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
12
Hammer Proxy
Hammer Proxy
Hammer Proxy
Your servers, your privacy
Free

This app allows users to route their internet traffic through custom servers using a secure, modern tunnel. It offers advanced protocol support and features like smart ping and split routing for enhanced control and privacy. Users can manage multiple server profiles and connect with a single tap.

Bring your own serversConnect with one tapBuilt on Xray
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
13
Fair VPN
Fair VPN
Fair VPN
For v2ray, shadowsocks, trojan
Free

A free VPN client supporting advanced protocols like v2ray, shadowsocks, and trojan. It allows users to add configurations via link or QR code, test server latency, and browse content from sponsors.

Supports v2ray, shadowsocks, trojan protocolsAdd VPN config by link or QR codeTest and sort VPN latency
🔧 Utilities
(1.4K)
free
14
Karing
Karing
Karing
Clash-compat proxy utility
Free

This utility app enhances network proxy management by offering compatibility with various protocols like Clash, V2ray, and Shadowsocks. It automatically selects efficient nodes based on routing rules and supports custom configurations, making advanced proxy management accessible.

Clash, V2ray, Shadowsocks compatibilityAutomatic efficient node selectionCustomizable routing rules
🔧 Utilities
(657)
free
15
Jamjams
Jamjams
Jamjams
Shadowsocks and VMess Client
Free

This network utility connects your device to Shadowsocks and VMess proxy servers. It offers easy server management, connection quality monitoring, and smart routing options for TCP and UDP traffic.

Shadowsocks and VMess protocol supportManual and subscription server setupReal-time speed graph
🔧 Utilities
(26)
free
16
Shadewsocks-手机国际网络优化
Shadewsocks-手机国际网络优化
Shadewsocks-手机国际网络优化
by 朝广 李
Free

Instantly get accurate internet speed test results. The app intelligently selects the best global nodes to precisely diagnose your network status.

Fast internet speed testsAccurate network status diagnosisGlobal testing nodes
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
free
17
V2Lite VPN - Super VPN Proxy
V2Lite VPN - Super VPN Proxy
V2Lite VPN - Super VPN Proxy
SingBox, Clash, XRay, V2Ray
Free

This free VPN application offers robust online privacy and security through a wide range of protocols and global server nodes. It encrypts your internet connection, provides unlimited bandwidth, and allows access to worldwide content.

Multi-protocol support (v2ray, VMess, Trojan, etc.)Online privacy and security encryptionGlobal server nodes for content access
🛠️ Developer Tools
(3.8K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Shadowscale
Shadowscale
Shadowscale
by Wanwire LLC
Free

This VPN client simplifies secure internet access by allowing users to import configurations via QR codes or manual URL entry. It provides a straightforward way to set up and manage your VPN connection for enhanced online privacy and security.

VPN clientQR code configuration importManual URL configuration
🔧 Utilities
(20)
free
19
Secure VPN Unlimited PapayaVPN
Secure VPN Unlimited PapayaVPN
Secure VPN Unlimited PapayaVPN
Fast Proxy VPN box v2ray
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
20
Cyberocket - SS Proxy Client
Cyberocket - SS Proxy Client
Cyberocket - SS Proxy Client
SS Proxy Client
Free

This application acts as a Shadowsocks client, capturing and redirecting all HTTP/HTTPS/TCP traffic from your device to a proxy server. It operates efficiently in the background and supports both cellular and Wi-Fi connections.

Shadowsocks supportCaptures HTTP/HTTPS/TCP trafficRedirects traffic to proxy server
🔧 Utilities
(2)
free

FAQ about Shadowsocks

What are the best shadowsocks apps for iPhone?
Shadowrocket tops our shadowsocks apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 12K App Store ratings, and it's priced at $2.99.
Yes — 19 of the top shadowsocks apps we rank are free to download, including V2Box - V2ray Client and ShadowX VPN: Secure Faster VPN.
Shadowrocket has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 198+ shadowsocks apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Shadowrocket is a rule-based proxy utility client for iPhone and iPad. It captures all HTTP, HTTPS, and TCP traffic from any application on your device and redirects it to a proxy server. It also records and displays network requests, allowing for detailed traffic analysis and management.
Key features include capturing and redirecting all device traffic, recording HTTP/HTTPS/DNS requests, configuring rules based on domain, IP, and GeoIP, measuring traffic usage and network speed, importing rule files, blocking ads, and local DNS mapping. It also supports advanced features like URL rewrite and multi-level forward proxy.

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