Comparison

IPMask vs IP Explorer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

IPMask

This utility helps calculate IP network addresses and subnetworks for IPv4. It assists in understanding IP addressing functions like host identification and location addressing within a network. The tool is useful for dividing networks into smaller subnetworks through subnetting.

Highlights
  • IP network address calculation
  • Subnetwork subdivision
  • Host identification
  • Location addressing
  • IPv4 support
Features
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IPMask works out an IPv4 network from an address and a mask: network and broadcast address, first and last host, number of hosts, netmask and wildcard. • Type the address the way you have it: 192.168.1.1, 192.168.1.1/22 or with a dotted mask. • Move the mask slider and watch the 32 bits split into the network part and the host part. • See the address type at a glance: private, public, loopback, link-local, multicast. • Switch to the binary view to see the address, netmask and network bit by bit. • Copy the whole result as text or share it. • On Apple Watch: enter an address with a keypad, turn the Digital Crown to set the prefix and read the result on your wrist. /31 point-to-point links (RFC 3021) and /32 host routes are handled correctly. Made for network engineers, students and anyone who sets up a router at home. The app works offline; it needs a connection only for the small ad banner.

About

IP Explorer

Uncover detailed information about any IP address, including its geographical location on a map. This tool automatically analyzes your current IP and provides insights into ISP, organization, and network details. It's perfect for network enthusiasts, security professionals, and anyone curious about the internet.

Highlights
  • Detailed IP address lookup (IPv4/IPv6)
  • Geographical location on interactive map
  • Automatic current IP detection
  • IP address history management
  • ISP and network insights
  • User-friendly interface with dark mode
Features
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IP Explorer is your go-to tool for uncovering the secrets behind IP addresses. Whether you're a network enthusiast, a security professional, or just curious about the digital world, this app provides you with comprehensive information about any IP address. Key Features: • Lookup detailed information for any IPv4 or IPv6 address • View geographical location on an interactive map • Automatically detect and analyze your current IP address • Store and manage a history of looked-up IP addresses • Get insights on ISP, organization, and network details • User-friendly interface with dark mode support Discover valuable information such as: • Precise location (latitude and longitude) • Country, region, and city • Postal code and timezone • ISP and organization • Hostname (when available) Perfect for: • Network troubleshooting • Enhancing online security awareness • Verifying VPN connections • Educational purposes • Satisfying your curiosity about the internet's infrastructure IP Explorer respects your privacy. All lookups are performed securely, and your search history is stored only on your device. Explore the digital landscape with IP Explorer – your window into the world of IP addresses!

Screenshots

IPMask3 screens
IP Explorer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: IP Explorer at none against IPMask's shown. IPMask's advantage is update cadence (every 5 months vs every 10 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for IPMask against 5.0 for IP Explorer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IPMask ships an update every 5 months, IP Explorer every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
IPMask versus IP Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIPMaskIP Explorer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 months — betterEvery 10 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Mac
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAleksei NeronovALF STEINBACH

Customer experience

IPMask

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

IP Explorer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

IPMask

No in-app purchases

None

IP Explorer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IPMask free?
IPMask is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IP Explorer free?
IP Explorer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, IPMask or IP Explorer?
IPMask and IP Explorer are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do IPMask or IP Explorer have ads?
IPMask shows ads; IP Explorer does not.
Which is updated more often, IPMask or IP Explorer?
IPMask ships an update every 5 months, and IP Explorer every 10 months. Most recently, IPMask was updated on November 1, 2026 and IP Explorer on October 30, 2026.

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