| Core Identity |
| Developer | Cyberprodigy LLC | Cloudflare | OpenVPN Inc. | Egal Net di Ettore Gallina | DuckDuckGo, Inc. | Express VPN | Nordvpn S.A. | Informed Publishing |
| Category | Utilities | Utilities | Utilities | Productivity | Utilities | Utilities | Utilities | Productivity |
| Platform | Android, iOS | iOS | Android, iOS | iOS, Android | Android, iOS | iOS | iOS | iOS, Android |
| Store Metrics |
| Rating | 4.8 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Ratings Count | 1,686 | 215,361 | 40,286 | 124 | 2,325,699 | 414,849 | 669,578 | 1,449 |
| Price | USD7.99 | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | $12.99 |
| Release Date | Nov 28, 2012 | Nov 11, 2018 | Jan 17, 2013 | Jun 6, 2015 | Jun 27, 2013 | Aug 11, 2014 | Dec 9, 2014 | Dec 9, 2016 |
| Last Updated | Oct 7, 2024 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jun 26, 2025 | Mar 3, 2026 | May 11, 2026 | May 19, 2026 | Apr 8, 2026 | Apr 2, 2026 |
| Sentiment & Reviews |
| Sentiment | mixed | mixed | - | - | positive | positive | negative | mixed |
| Score | 55/100 | 45/100 | - | - | 75/100 | 85/100 | 25/100 | 35/100 |
| Praises | - Simplified conduit bending calculations allow novice electricians to produce professional results quickly
- Time saving benefits for experienced contractors managing daily electrical installation projects
| - Free access to the network service provides reliable connectivity for users in restricted regions
| - | - | - Privacy-focused browsing experience effectively blocks trackers and intrusive advertisements for users
| - Reliable connection stability across international travel and diverse network environments
| - Reliable VPN connection speeds allow for consistent streaming and browsing on high-bandwidth home networks
| - Comprehensive electrical reference material provides essential field support for journeyman and apprentice electricians
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| Complaints | - Subscription model implementation creates confusion and frustration regarding payment and cancellation processes
- Limited pipe size and material options restrict utility for diverse professional electrical applications
- Digital level functionality remains unreliable or non-functional across multiple user reports
| - Frequent connection drops and unstable network performance following the latest update on mobile devices
| - | - | - Screen flickering during page loads and tracker blocking animations disrupts the browsing flow
| - Authentication loop errors preventing new account access after subscription purchase
| - Post-update performance regressions cause significant app unresponsiveness and slow connection times on mobile devices
| - Aggressive review solicitation interrupts professional workflow and creates significant user frustration
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| Requests | - Expanded calculation inputs for custom obstruction dimensions and specific conduit types
| - Home screen widget integration to allow for faster toggling of the network connection
| - | - | - Background video playback support allows users to listen to media while using other apps
| - | - Granular connection pause options beyond the current one-hour or twenty-four-hour duration settings
| - Zoomable page functionality would improve readability for users with visual impairments
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| Strategic Intel |
| Strengths | - NEC-compliant calculation logic sustains professional trust
- Psiphon network integration provides a mission-driven differentiator
- Background-service architecture minimizes user intervention
| - Global network backbone provides superior latency [Performance Metric]
- One-touch interface minimizes onboarding friction [User Experience]
| - | - | - Editors' Choice badge across five markets sustains organic install velocity
- Local-device tracker blocking functions as a privacy-first distribution moat
| - Proprietary Lightway protocol creates performance-based switching costs
- RAM-only server infrastructure functions as a verifiable privacy moat
- High-frequency global server availability sustains organic install velocity
| - NordLynx protocol sustains high-speed encrypted connections
- Meshnet utility creates high switching costs for multi-device users
- Threat Protection Pro bundles security tools for subscription value
| - Official NEC content licensing creates a high-trust barrier against non-specialized reference apps.
- Offline-first architecture ensures utility in remote job sites where connectivity is unreliable.
- Volume purchase program provides a B2B distribution channel into electrical contracting firms.
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| Weaknesses | - Subscription-model confusion drives negative sentiment
- 0.5★ Android-iOS rating gap indicates platform-specific feature parity issues
- Digital-level tool reliability failures
| - High battery consumption during background use [User Sentiment]
- Unstable connection performance post-update [User Sentiment]
- Fragmented subscription management across platforms [User Sentiment]
| - | - | - 0.7★ Android-iOS rating gap on majority Android base
- Screen flickering and navigation regressions post-update
- No cloud-save functionality despite user requests
| - Authentication loop errors post-purchase create immediate churn
- Lack of a permanent free tier limits top-of-funnel acquisition
- Premium pricing sits above the category median
| - Post-update UI unresponsiveness on mobile devices
- VPN tunnel interference with cellular data and SMS
- Obstructive refund process creates user distrust
| - Aggressive review prompts surfacing on every launch drive negative sentiment and churn.
- Search functionality requires exact terminology, limiting usability for non-expert users.
- Technical regressions in the latest update broke video playback and removed critical tables.
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| Pricing | freemium | freemium | free | freemium | subscription | subscription | subscription | paid |
| Momentum | Active | Maintenance | Maintenance | Active | Active | Maintenance | Active | Maintenance |
| Update Cadence | 5 versions | 2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~26d avg | 5 versions | 5 versions | 5 versions, ~9d avg | 5 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~21d avg | 5 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~10d avg | 3 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~44d avg |
