Comparison

ifconfig vs NetTools Pro

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

Head to head
About

ifconfig

Features
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ifconfig - Network Interface Viewer A developer-focused iOS app that displays your device's network interfaces (en0, lo0, etc.) with detailed information, including IP addresses, interface flags, and status indicators. Key Features: โ€ข Spotlight Integration - Search "ifconfig" in Spotlight to instantly access any network interface โ€ข Comprehensive interface details with IPv4/IPv6 addresses โ€ข Copy IP addresses with a single tap โ€ข Clean iPad split-view and iPhone navigation โ€ข Real-time interface status monitoring Perfect for developers, network administrators, and tech enthusiasts who need quick access to network interface information. The unique Spotlight integration sets this app apart - no more opening the app and scrolling through interfaces. Just search "ifconfig en0" in Spotlight and jump directly to that interface's details. Supports all interface types: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Loopback, and Cellular with color-coded icons and comprehensive technical details.

About

NetTools Pro

This professional-grade network toolkit helps diagnose connection issues, analyze network activity, and enhance security. It provides real-time metrics, device discovery, and various diagnostic tools for both home and professional use.

Highlights
  • Real-time network analysis
  • Automatic device discovery
  • Ping and Traceroute
  • Port scanner
  • DNS lookup
  • Security analysis tools
  • Wake on LAN
Features
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Your Network. Fully Understood. NetTools Pro is the professional-grade network toolkit that fits in your pocket. Diagnose problems in seconds, harden your security, and see exactly what's happening on your connection โ€” whether you're troubleshooting at home or managing infrastructure in the field. WHAT'S UNDER THE HOOD See Your Connection Clearly Real-time analysis with the metrics that actually matter โ€” latency, packet loss, and throughput at a glance. Know your connection before your users do. Discover Everything on Your Network Automatic UPnP and Bonjour service discovery maps every device and service broadcasting on your network. No guesswork, no blind spots. Ping & Traceroute Track reachability and trace the exact path your data travels โ€” hop by hop. Pinpoint latency spikes and routing failures the moment they appear. Port Scanner Expose open ports before attackers do. A fast, precise scan of your network's attack surface, with results you can act on immediately. DNS Lookup Instant DNS record retrieval across all record types. Resolve misconfigurations, verify propagation, and troubleshoot resolution failures without leaving the app. SIP Proxy Verification Confirm your VoIP infrastructure is reachable and responding. Keep communication systems healthy with on-demand SIP proxy status checks. SMB Inspector Check SMB availability and basic endpoint details to validate file-sharing services and troubleshoot access issues quickly. SSH Inspector Confirm SSH reachability and banner details so you can verify remote access paths before opening a terminal. LDAP Inspector Verify LDAP endpoints are reachable and responding so directory-backed services stay discoverable and dependable. RDP Inspector Confirm Remote Desktop endpoints respond as expected and spot access issues before users report them. TLS Certificate Inspector Full certificate chain inspection โ€” SANs, key algorithms, expiry, and security headers. Know exactly what your TLS configuration is saying to the world. Security Analysis SPF, DMARC, CAA, and HSTS checks in one place. Verify your domain's security posture without juggling a dozen separate tools. WHOIS & Domain Intel Registrar, nameservers, registration, and expiry dates โ€” all pulled directly over TCP port 43. Fast, accurate, no third-party web lookups. Wake on LAN Wake any device on your network with a broadcast magic packet. Manage known MAC addresses and power up machines without leaving the app. Subnet Calculator Clear, visual subnet math. Calculate host ranges, broadcast addresses, and CIDR breakdowns without reaching for a separate calculator. HTTP Header Inspector Full response headers for any URL. Debug redirects, verify caching policies, and inspect security headers in real time. UPnP Media Browser Browse ContentDirectory services, navigate containers, see album art, artist names, and duration. Stream audio directly. Paginate libraries over 200 items. Built for people who need answers, not guesses. NetTools Pro doesn't pad its feature list โ€” every tool solves a real problem. Professionals rely on it for incident response. Enthusiasts use it to finally understand what their router is doing. Power users keep it open all day. Download NetTools Pro. Know your network.

Screenshots

ifconfig3 screens
NetTools Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ifconfig at $0.99 against NetTools Pro's $9.99. On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

ifconfig costs $0.99 and NetTools Pro $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 7 level
ifconfig versus NetTools Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterifconfigNetTools Pro
Price$0.99 โ€” better$9.99
Positive reviewsโ€”66.7% of reviews
Update frequencyโ€”Monthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetizationโ€”Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac โ€” better
Requires iOS17.6 โ€” better18.6
Further details โ€” not scored
Size3 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSkye Road Systems, Inc.Solueman Hussain

In-app purchases

None

ifconfig

No in-app purchases

None

NetTools Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ifconfig free?
ifconfig costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is NetTools Pro free?
NetTools Pro costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do ifconfig or NetTools Pro have ads?
Neither ifconfig nor NetTools Pro shows ads.

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