Clash Client
Comparison and Selection

Clash Plus stands out primarily for its platform coverage. This site's download options include Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, making it suitable for people who use a computer, phone, and tablet. Permissions and traffic-routing methods still differ by operating system, but staying within one client family reduces the need to relearn subscription imports, proxy selection, and runtime controls.

When trying Clash for the first time, use rule mode for everyday connections rather than enabling every advanced setting immediately. Explore TUN only when a desktop application ignores the system proxy. On Android and iOS, pay attention to VPN permissions, background execution, and battery-saving policies. Without a specific need for core-level debugging, Clash Plus is the more straightforward starting point.

Clash Verge Rev targets Windows, macOS, and Linux desktops. It suits users who need to inspect proxy groups, switch proxy modes, manage configurations, and enable TUN. mihomo extends the Clash configuration ecosystem with more rule types and networking capabilities, which also means the client exposes more settings.

If a subscription service already provides a complete configuration, most users only need to import it and choose proxy groups; there is no need to edit DNS, sniffing, or routing parameters one by one. Advanced users should keep overrides separate from the original subscription to prevent updates from overwriting local changes. Linux users should also verify that the system proxy is actually applied by their desktop environment.

FlClash supports Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, making it a good fit for users whose main setup is a computer plus an Android phone. Its advantage is a similar interface across platforms, although the underlying system behavior still differs: desktop traffic usually goes through the system proxy or TUN, while Android establishes a local VPN tunnel through VpnService.

For multi-device use, keep configuration names and commonly used proxy groups consistent instead of copying every system setting. Android background restrictions, desktop firewall permissions, and the Linux desktop proxy environment each require separate attention. If one device works and another does not, compare system permissions and DNS behavior first rather than assuming the subscription has failed.

Clash Nyanpasu suits users who want a graphical interface for managing mihomo configurations on Windows. Its everyday workflow still centers on importing configurations, switching proxy groups, using the system proxy, enabling TUN, and reviewing logs, so the core concepts usually carry over from other modern desktop Clash clients.

Before choosing it, decide whether you want a different interface or genuinely need a unique workflow. If you only import subscriptions and switch proxies, most actively maintained desktop clients can handle the job. If you regularly work with overrides, configuration merges, and log troubleshooting, compare the available settings in practice to see whether they match your habits.

Clash for Windows established a widely recognized desktop workflow, and many older guides still refer to interface sections such as Profiles, Proxies, General, and Logs. It is no longer maintained and is not suitable as a long-term choice for a new installation, but recognizing these legacy labels can help with historical configuration migration.

During migration, save the subscription URL, local overrides, and custom rules, then import them again in an actively maintained client. Do not assume every old setting has a one-to-one replacement; newer cores may handle DNS, rule types, and TUN differently. After migration, check the system proxy, rule matches, and access to frequently used sites separately.

Clash Meta for Android suits users who understand Android network permissions and want detailed control over connection behavior. It routes device traffic through VpnService, supports per-app proxy decisions, and can show rule matches and runtime logs. Greater control also means more system factors to understand.

Lock-screen disconnects on Android are not always caused by the proxy. Battery restrictions, background activity permissions, and vendor process management can all interrupt the client. After configuring it, test while the screen is locked and add the client to any necessary background-activity allowlists. For per-app proxying, determine whether to use include or exclude mode so that apps are not unintentionally left without connectivity.

Surfboard is an independent Android proxy client that can handle compatible rule configurations and mobile traffic routing. It should not be treated simply as another graphical shell for mihomo. Support for configuration fields, rule capabilities, and runtime behavior can differ between implementations, so confirm that the format matches before importing.

It is better suited to Android users who understand the difference between subscriptions and local configurations and are willing to resolve compatibility issues. If an imported field is not recognized, do not delete the entire configuration. First determine whether the field belongs to a proxy, proxy group, DNS section, or rules, then adjust it according to the client's supported features. If you specifically need mihomo extensions, compare the relevant Meta clients first.

ClashX Meta uses a macOS menu bar workflow for quickly switching proxy status and proxy groups, but the project is no longer maintained. Existing users can keep it for identifying legacy configuration structures; for a new installation, choose a maintained macOS client to get more reliable ongoing system compatibility and core support.

When migrating from a legacy setup, record the current subscription URL, system proxy mode, and custom rules before installing the new client. macOS may require network-extension or accessibility permissions again; a normal-looking menu bar icon does not prove that system traffic is being routed. Check logs and rule matches after migration to confirm the actual state.