Top Desktop Pick
Windows · macOS · Linux
v2rayN: Desktop Subscription and Routing Management
v2rayN works well as an everyday desktop management hub. Its larger window can show groups, settings, and connection status at once, making it easier to organize multiple subscriptions and review routing rules without switching between phone screens. For basic use, import a subscription, select a configuration, and set up the system proxy. You don’t need to understand every core setting to get started.
Its flexibility also means more options to configure. The system proxy determines which apps use the system proxy address; routing determines how connections are handled by the core; TUN uses a virtual interface and can route a broader range of traffic. These features serve different purposes, so avoid changing them all at once. First verify the connection with the system proxy, then decide whether TUN is needed for your apps and note the original settings before enabling it.
The Windows download page offers both a desktop edition and the classic WPF edition. The desktop edition uses a cross-platform interface, while the classic WPF edition retains a familiar Windows layout. This is mainly a matter of interface and workflow, not a way to make your connection faster. On macOS and Linux, first check your chip or processor architecture, then choose the appropriate installer as directed on the download page.
When to choose it: Choose v2rayN for managing subscriptions, reviewing rules, or gradually exploring advanced settings on a computer. Protocol support depends on the core actually in use. Support for multiple cores does not mean every configuration works with every core.
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Top Android Pick
Xray Core
v2rayNG: Everyday Android Connections and Per-App Proxying
v2rayNG keeps everyday tasks simple: import a subscription, select a configuration, and tap to connect. The first time you connect, Android asks for permission to establish a VPN connection. This lets the client create a virtual network interface; it is not a separate subscription account. If you’re new to V2Ray on Android, keep the default routing and DNS settings and test a known-working configuration first. That makes problems easier to isolate.
Per-app proxying is a useful way to choose an Android client. You can control which apps are routed based on their package names, but check whether the interface uses an allowlist or a blocklist mode. Selecting an app might route it through the proxy or bypass the proxy, depending on the mode. After configuring it, test apps in both the included and excluded groups rather than relying on the connection toggle alone.
With Xray as its primary core, v2rayNG suits Android configurations that need Xray-supported protocols. But core support does not guarantee that the interface exposes every setting. For newer transport or security options, check the client interface, bundled core, and subscription content. If the connection drops occasionally, also check battery optimization, background permissions, and whether another VPN app is in use before assuming the protocol is at fault.
When to choose it: Consider v2rayNG first for everyday Android use, per-app traffic routing, or configurations that specifically need Xray features. For most newer phones, start with the arm64 download. If you’re unsure of your device architecture, check the download page’s guidance for the universal version.
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Android Alternative
v2fly Core
v2flyNG: Keep Using Your Existing V2Fly Configuration
The main reason to choose v2flyNG is its core ecosystem, not its similar name to v2rayNG. If you’ve maintained configurations in the V2Fly ecosystem and know their protocols, transports, and DNS behavior, a client using the v2fly core may reduce uncertainty when keeping that setup. The key is compatibility: a subscription’s name alone doesn’t tell you which core ecosystem it belongs to.
When switching from another Android client, check the protocol, transport, security settings, and routing fields one by one. Configurations that depend on Xray-specific features may not work with the v2fly core. For example, if your setup relies on REALITY, check core support first instead of repeatedly pasting the subscription URL. Routing and DNS options with the same name can also behave differently across cores and versions.
v2flyNG is an alternative for users with a specific, established need; beginners don’t need to install two clients and keep switching between them. Each client can save its own configurations, but Android’s VPN service typically can’t be used by both at the same time. Disconnect from the current client before testing the other one, and keep the network and server the same so the results are comparable.
When to choose it: Choose v2flyNG only after confirming that the v2fly core supports your existing configuration and that the client meets your device requirements. Don’t assume it will be faster or use less battery on an older phone. Device resources, background restrictions, DNS, and server routes can all affect the experience.
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