# PasswordGenerator vs NetSpot WiFi Analyzer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PasswordGenerator at 86% against NetSpot WiFi Analyzer's 18%. PasswordGenerator also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.5). NetSpot WiFi Analyzer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PasswordGenerator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NetSpot WiFi Analyzer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PasswordGenerator ships an update every 5 weeks, NetSpot WiFi Analyzer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PasswordGenerator | NetSpot WiFi Analyzer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[3.7 (346 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netspot-wifi-analyzer/id1490247223/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **346** |
| Positive reviews | **85.7% of reviews** | 18.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Atsushi Ezaki](https://appshunter.io/developer/1099847684) | [Etwok Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1483084004) |

## What reviewers say

### PasswordGenerator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passwordgenerator-simple/id1203229640)

This utility app automatically generates strong passwords based on your selected criteria. Easily create and copy passwords by choosing letter types, numbers, and symbols, then setting the desired length and quantity. Save and load your preferred generation parameters for quick access.

**Highlights:** Automatic password generation, Customizable character sets (letters, numbers, symbols), Adjustable password length and quantity, One-tap password copying, Save and load generation parameters, URL scheme support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hide Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


### NetSpot WiFi Analyzer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netspot-wifi-analyzer/id1490247223)

Analyze and troubleshoot wireless networks with interactive heatmaps and speed tests. Discover connected devices and test network latency. Visualize WiFi coverage and identify areas needing improvement.

**Highlights:** WiFi heatmaps, Internet speed tests, Ping tests, Device discovery, Network analysis, Site survey projects

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NetSpot Plus Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| NetSpot Plus | $6.99 | one-time |
| NetSpot Plus Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Helped identify Wi-Fi issues
- 💡 Useful for mapping Wi-Fi coverage
- 🚀 Speedy and accurate

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Limited functionality on iOS
- 🔒 Requires expensive hardware to unlock full features
- 🔒 Misleading about hardware requirements
- 🐛 Inaccurate speed test results
- 🐛 Confusing to set up and use

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to scan for data points beyond a certain distance
- Crashes when trying to create heat maps
- Speed test functionality is unreliable

**Requested features**

- Add ability to scan for nearby Wi-Fi networks
- Improve heat mapping capabilities
- Allow importing floor plans without external hardware
- Provide more detailed signal strength analysis


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PasswordGenerator free?

PasswordGenerator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NetSpot WiFi Analyzer free?

NetSpot WiFi Analyzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do PasswordGenerator or NetSpot WiFi Analyzer have ads?

PasswordGenerator shows ads; NetSpot WiFi Analyzer does not.

### Which is updated more often, PasswordGenerator or NetSpot WiFi Analyzer?

PasswordGenerator ships an update every 5 weeks, and NetSpot WiFi Analyzer every 2 weeks. Most recently, PasswordGenerator was updated on September 26, 2026 and NetSpot WiFi Analyzer on October 15, 2026.

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