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TrojanX vs ProtonVPN

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

TrojanX

6.0
Security & Privacy

Mechanism to bypass the Great Firewall

ProtonVPN

7.5
Security & Privacy

VPN client focusing on security

Metric TrojanX ProtonVPN
Category Security & Privacy Security & Privacy
AI Score 6.0 7.5
30-day Installs 4 1.9K
90-day Installs 12 5.6K
365-day Installs 116 19.3K
Version 0.4 6.5.0
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 603 3.4K
GitHub Forks 107 445
Open Issues 35 78
License GPL-3.0 GPL-3.0
Language Swift Kotlin
Last GitHub Commit 5y ago 2mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Apr 25, 2018

Reviews

TrojanX

TrojanX is a macOS client designed to bypass internet censorship, leveraging the Trojan protocol. It offers a user-friendly interface for managing proxy connections, making it ideal for users in regions with strict internet controls. Based on ShadowsocksX-NG, it provides a reliable tool for secure and unrestricted web access.

TrojanX acts as a proxy client to bypass internet censorship, enabling users to access restricted content.

Pros

  • + Open-source and cross-platform potential.
  • + Based on a well-known and reliable tool (ShadowsocksX-NG).
  • + User-friendly interface for managing proxy connections.

Cons

  • - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions.
  • - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks.

ProtonVPN

ProtonVPN is a security-focused VPN client offering open-source transparency, WireGuard support, and partnerships with major browsers. Ideal for users prioritizing privacy and security.

Provides a VPN service with a focus on security and privacy.

Pros

  • + Open-source with transparent audits
  • + WireGuard protocol support
  • + Partnerships with Mozilla and Firefox
  • + Strong focus on security and privacy
  • + Active development and updates

Cons

  • - MacOS app details sourced from Android repo
  • - Outstanding DNS leak issue