About Routing Rules: Limitations & Alternatives
Understand Hiddify Next's routing capabilities and recommended alternatives for advanced users.
Hiddify Next currently does not support custom routing rules.
If you need advanced routing capabilities (like domain/IP based split tunneling), please refer to the alternative clients recommended below.
What are Routing Rules?
Routing Rules are a set of intelligent traffic management policies that determine how each network request is handled. Think of it as a traffic control system that guides different vehicles to different roads.
Key Benefits of Routing Rules
Performance Optimization
Direct access for local websites avoids detours and speeds up connection.
Privacy & Security
Sensitive apps (banking/payments) can form a direct connection, bypassing the proxy server.
Data Saving
Only route specific blocked traffic through the proxy to save expensive data quotas.
Flexible Control
Set custom access policies for specific applications, domains, or IP ranges.
Hiddify Next’s Positioning
Hiddify Next aims to be the simplest and most easy-to-use universal proxy client, making some trade-offs in design simplicity.
Core Features Supported
- Extreme Simplicity: One-click connection, auto-select best config.
- Full Protocol Support: Native support for Reality, VLESS, VMess, Trojan, Shadowsocks, TUIC, Hysteria, etc.
- Basic Modes: Supports switching between Global Proxy (all traffic via proxy) and Direct Mode (no proxy).
- Cross-Platform: Unified experience across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.
- ❌ Custom Routing: Cannot set specific domain, IP, or app-based routing rules.
- ❌ Rule Subscriptions: Cannot import third-party rule sets (e.g., ACL4SSR).
- ❌ Complex Routing: Does not support complex strategies involving multiple ingresses/egresses.
What if You Need Routing Rules?
If you are an advanced user who needs precise control over every bit of traffic, the following clients might be a better fit:
Recommended Clients
| Platform | Recommended Client | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Clash Verge Rev | 🌟 Top Pick. Modern UI, powerful rules, supports rule subscriptions. |
| Windows | v2rayN | Classic standard. Comprehensive features, suitable for veterans. |
| macOS | Clash Verge Rev | Excellent, unified cross-platform experience. |
| macOS | ClashX Pro | Classic macOS client, high system integration. |
| Android | Clash for Android | Most powerful features (stopped updates but still works well). |
| Android | v2rayNG | Lightweight, broad protocol support, sufficient routing features. |
| iOS | Shadowrocket | ($2.99) The ultimate tool on iOS, extremely powerful rules. |
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Hiddify Next | Clash Series | v2rayN/NG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ease of Use | ⭐ (Very Low) | ⭐⭐⭐ (Medium) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (High) |
| Routing Rules | ❌ | ✅ (Very Strong) | ✅ (Strong) |
| Rule Subscriptions | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Modern UI | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Protocol Support | ✅ (Latest) | ⚠️ (Partial) | ✅ |
How to Choose?
Choose Hiddify Next if...
- You are a beginner and don’t want to mess with complex configs.
- You only need to occasionally bypass censorship for info or video.
- You want a unified and simple experience across all devices.
- You don’t mind if some domestic traffic occasionally goes through the proxy.
Choose Clash/v2ray if...
- You are a geek or power user who wants total control.
- You need to save proxy traffic by only proxying blocked sites.
- You want specific routes for certain apps (e.g., for Netflix regions).
- You are in a complex network environment requiring fine-tuning.
Migration Guide
Backup Subscription
Copy your subscription link from Hiddify Next.
Select Client
Download and install the appropriate Clash or v2ray client.
Import Config
Import your link into the new client and select a rule set.
Enjoy
Test your routing rules and enjoy a customized experience.