# TCP Console

> Utility for testing TCP/IP servers and clients with text string transmission. (iPhone/iPad app by Fausto Ristagno.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tcp-console/id642104251 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Fausto Ristagno](https://appshunter.io/developer/482102205)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: enc, Italian
- Released: 2013-05-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tcp-console/id642104251/reviews.md

## What is TCP Console?

You need to test your TCP/IP server or client? View incoming or outgoing text strings?

TCP Console is the app for you! With a couple of taps could start a server TCP/IP listening on the port you want*, send text string or EOL characters and display the responses received.
To your server can connect multiple clients at the same time and you can disconnect them one by one or PING** to verify that there are no problems in the LAN or firewall.

If you need to test your server, it will be just as easy! Enter address, port No. and connect, in a few moments you will be able to send and receive text strings from the server.

TCP Console will allow you to do all this in its simplicity, a few taps and you'll be connected!

Custom URL scheme support: 
tcpconsole://host:port/?content=string_to_send[&encoding=base64] 
TCP Console starts, tries to connect to the server and send the content. Optionally TCP Console can decode a base64 string before sending.


* You can not start a server listening on a port less than or equal to 1024.
** This feature requires you to download the app Utility Network, free on App Store.

## Key features

- Start TCP/IP server listening on a specified port
- Send text strings and EOL characters
- Display received responses
- Connect multiple clients simultaneously
- Disconnect clients individually
- Ping to verify LAN or firewall connectivity
- Custom URL scheme support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Advertising | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tcp-console/id642104251/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Great idea

*2019-08-31*

Exactly what I needed for simple testing however the app seems to dump every second or third message

### 4/5 — Ok

*2018-04-20*

Doesn’t show incoming data on initial client connection. If u get disconnected and try to reconnect the app crashes.

### 4/5 — Works Well

*2017-06-18*

Works pretty good. Simple to use. It took me a bit to find the connect button for the client. It is a bit taxing on the battery. 🔋

### 5/5 — Great App!

*2017-02-02*

Excellent simple app for TCP control!  If there is a function to save the client or server settings, it is be 6 stars!

### 1/5 — Has potential

*2016-08-09*

This would be ok if it didn't crash all the time.

### 5/5 — Super !

*2016-01-28*

Macht genau das was es soll! 😄

### 2/5 — Works great when it doesn't crash

*2015-07-22*

The app crashes more than it stays open. It's great for what I need and it's all that's available. 

Fix the crashes!!

### 5/5 — Great

*2014-10-06*

Great tool. Easy to use clean and simple. Recommend for anyone who needs the ability to work in the top level

### 5/5 — Gute abeit!

*2014-04-05*

Diese app macht was sie soll, allerdings vermisse ich eine Einstellung bei deren Aktivierung nach Eingabe eines Befehls in die Server-Konsole automatisch bei einem Klick auf "Fertig" dass Zeilenende markiert wird. Bisher ist immer eine Betätigung der "LF"-Taste notwendig.

### 1/5 — Telnet client works like sh**

*2014-02-17*

No server answers when telneting smtp!

## Frequently asked questions about TCP Console

### What is TCP Console used for?

TCP Console is a utility app designed to help you test your TCP/IP server or client. It allows you to view incoming or outgoing text strings, start a server, and connect to existing servers.

### Can I start a server on any port with TCP Console?

You cannot start a server listening on a port less than or equal to 1024. Ports above 1024 are available for use.

### Does TCP Console support connecting multiple clients?

Yes, TCP Console allows multiple clients to connect to your server simultaneously. You can also disconnect them one by one.

### How does TCP Console handle testing server connectivity?

TCP Console can ping to verify that there are no problems in your LAN or firewall. This feature requires downloading the free 'Utility Network' app.

### What is the rating of TCP Console?

TCP Console has a rating of 3.6 stars from 12 ratings.

### Is TCP Console available on multiple devices?

TCP Console is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### When was TCP Console last updated?

The latest version of TCP Console, 2.0.1, was last updated on February 19, 2015.

### Does TCP Console have ads?

TCP Console does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2015-02-19

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

In-App purchase bug fix
iPhone 6/6 Plus support

### 2.0 — 2014-03-27

+ iOS7 restyling
+ Custom URL scheme support:
tcpconsole://host:port/?content=string_to_send[&encoding=base64]

TCP Console starts, tries to connect to the server and send the content. Optionally TCP Console can decode a base64 string before sending.

### 1.0.1 — 2013-08-30

+ Localizations improvements
+ UI fixes
+ Now you can remove advertising (view inside settings tab)

### 1.0 — 2013-05-06

No release notes.

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