Comparison

Network Helper vs Network Analyzer

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

Head to head
About

Network Helper

This app helps you understand network parameters by resolving domain names to IP addresses and vice versa. It also displays your device's network interfaces and byte order.

Highlights
  • Resolve domain names to IP addresses
  • Reverse IP lookup
  • View network interfaces
  • Check byte order
  • Supports IPv4 and IPv6
Features
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Network Helper is a small, free utility for quick network lookups. It has been on the App Store since 2016, and it now has a modern successor, Radien: Network Toolbox. RADIEN, THE SUCCESSOR Radien is the app Network Helper grew up into: nine honest network tools in one clean, fast toolbox, built for modern iPhones and actively updated. Open the Radien tab inside Network Helper to see what it offers, or find it here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/radien-network-toolbox/id6789207545 WHAT NETWORK HELPER DOES - Resolving: turn a hostname and service into IP addresses (IPv4 and IPv6) - Reverse IP: look up the hostname behind an IP address and port - Interfaces: inspect your device's network interfaces and their addresses - Byte order: check the endianness of your device Network Helper stays free and keeps working as it always has. New features and future updates land in Radien.

About

Network Analyzer

This app helps you test your internet speed, scan your local Wi-Fi network for connected devices, and monitor key device information like IP address and CPU usage. It provides tools to understand your network performance and device status in one place.

Highlights
  • Internet speed test (download, upload, ping)
  • Wi-Fi and LAN network scanner
  • Identify connected devices on Wi-Fi
  • View IP address and device details
  • Network test map for location comparison
  • Monitor CPU, memory, and storage usage
Features
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Check your internet speed, see which devices are connected to your Wi-Fi, and get useful information about your phone — all in one easy-to-use app. Run a speed test in seconds, monitor your connection, and explore practical network and device tools without creating an account. SPEED TEST • Measure download speed, upload speed, and ping in one test • Run it on Wi-Fi or mobile data to compare connections • See results in a clean, easy-to-read layout • Test again anytime to spot changes during the day WI-FI DEVICES (LAN) • See the devices connected to your Wi-Fi network • Notice unfamiliar devices and understand who is sharing your bandwidth DEVICE INFO • Check your IP address • Monitor CPU usage • Track memory usage • View storage information • Find out whether a slow phone is a network problem or a device problem LOCATION ON MAP • See your current location on a map • Useful when you want to know where you’re testing from SPEED CALCULATOR • Estimate how long a download will take at your connection speed • Plan large downloads, updates, or uploads before you start WHY PEOPLE CHOOSE THIS APP • Free to use: Access practical speed testing and network analysis tools. • No registration required: Get started without creating an account. • More than 4 years on the market: A utility developed and maintained over time to help users check their internet connection and device information. • Useful tools in one place: Test your connection, scan your local network, check device information, and calculate download times without switching between multiple apps. SUPPORT If you have questions, feedback, or need help, contact us at: yavorsky.team@gmail.com PRIVACY POLICY: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1H6ESao6tR3w4AFbK4tONMfdtKWnCAhAghZwskq_qZcw/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Network Helper4 screens
Network Analyzer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Network Helper at 100% against Network Analyzer's 0%. Network Helper also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Network Analyzer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 10 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Network Helper ships an update every 10 months, Network Analyzer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Network Helper versus Network Analyzer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetwork HelperNetwork Analyzer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIGOR ARSENKINSERGEJ JAVORSKIJ

Customer experience

Network Helper

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Network Analyzer

All ratings12 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Network Helper

No in-app purchases

None

Network Analyzer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Network Helper free?
Network Helper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Network Analyzer free?
Network Analyzer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Network Helper or Network Analyzer have ads?
Neither Network Helper nor Network Analyzer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Network Helper or Network Analyzer?
Network Helper ships an update every 10 months, and Network Analyzer every 3 months. Most recently, Network Helper was updated on November 2, 2026 and Network Analyzer on November 3, 2026.

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