# Network Utilities & Analyzer vs DNS Firewall by KeepSolid

The clearest difference is ads: DNS Firewall by KeepSolid at none against Network Utilities & Analyzer's shown. DNS Firewall by KeepSolid also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 58%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Network Utilities & Analyzer's advantage is ratings volume (457 vs 22). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Network Utilities & Analyzer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and DNS Firewall by KeepSolid sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Network Utilities & Analyzer against 4.4 for DNS Firewall by KeepSolid. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Utilities & Analyzer has 457 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of Network Utilities & Analyzer's written reviews are positive against 87% of DNS Firewall by KeepSolid's.

Network Utilities & Analyzer ships an update every 6 weeks, DNS Firewall by KeepSolid every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Utilities & Analyzer | DNS Firewall by KeepSolid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (457 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-utilities-and-analyzer/id1246455042/reviews)** | [4.4 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dns-firewall-by-keepsolid/id1553438508/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **457** | 22 |
| Positive reviews | 58.1% of reviews | **87.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 49 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **12.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dayana Networks Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/403434357) | [KeepSolid Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/674978021) |

## What reviewers say

### Network Utilities & Analyzer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-utilities-and-analyzer/id1246455042)

This app offers a comprehensive suite of tools for analyzing and managing IPv4 and IPv6 networks. It includes features like network scanning, ping, speed tests, port scanning, and an SSH client. Users can gain detailed insights into their network's performance and security.

**Highlights:** Network scanning (IPv4/IPv6), Ping and Traceroute, Speed Test (download/upload), Port Scanner, SSH and Telnet Client, IP and DNS information, Wake On Lan

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Full Version Annually | $9.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to No Ad | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent network tools
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 💡 Comprehensive set of features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription model limits free usage
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes after updates
- 💰 Expensive subscription pricing
- 🔋 High resource consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Reverse IP lookup not working
- Network scanner causing app crashes
- IPv6 address input not functioning
- Inconsistent behavior across updates

**Requested features**

- Permanent license option
- Grandfathering for existing paid users
- More customization options
- Improved performance and stability


### DNS Firewall by KeepSolid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dns-firewall-by-keepsolid/id1553438508)

This app acts as a network security solution by intercepting DNS resolutions for malicious websites, safeguarding your browsing experience. It blocks undesirable content, filters malicious traffic, and protects your private data and devices from malware and phishing attempts.

**Highlights:** Malware domain protection, Block undesirable content, Filter malicious traffic, Prevent phishing, Secure VPN connection, Multiplatform support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 month | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 year | $9.99 | per year |
| MonoDefense 1 Month | $11.99 | per month |
| MonoDefense 1 month | $11.99 | per month |
| MonoDefense 1 Month | $14.99 | per month |
| MonoDefense 1 year | $79.99 | per year |
| Upgrade MonoDefense Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $199.99 | one-time |
| MonoDefense Lifetime | $399.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Excellent DNS Firewall capabilities
- 👍 Easy to use and understand
- 🔒 Blocks unwanted internet access effectively
- 👍 Provides control over app internet usage
- 🔒 Identifies data harvesting from apps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashing issues reported frequently
- 🐛 Disconnects WiFi
- 🐛 Slow connection times
- 🐛 App doesn't work on certain devices (Arm Mac)
- 🐛 Installation/timing out issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Disconnects WiFi
- Slow to connect
- Does not work on Arm Mac
- Installation times out

**Requested features**

- Update blocking algorithm and block list
- Show other available purchases and define costs
- Allow one registration for two devices
- Enable auto-connect on boot
- Option to connect to a VPN (PPTP/OpenVPN/etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Utilities & Analyzer free?

Network Utilities & Analyzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DNS Firewall by KeepSolid free?

DNS Firewall by KeepSolid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Network Utilities & Analyzer or DNS Firewall by KeepSolid?

Network Utilities & Analyzer is rated higher. Network Utilities & Analyzer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 457 ratings, while DNS Firewall by KeepSolid averages 4.4 from 22 ratings.

### Do Network Utilities & Analyzer or DNS Firewall by KeepSolid have ads?

Network Utilities & Analyzer shows ads; DNS Firewall by KeepSolid does not.

### Which is updated more often, Network Utilities & Analyzer or DNS Firewall by KeepSolid?

Network Utilities & Analyzer ships an update every 6 weeks, and DNS Firewall by KeepSolid every 3 weeks. Most recently, Network Utilities & Analyzer was updated on October 12, 2026 and DNS Firewall by KeepSolid on October 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*