Network Utilities & Analyzer vs Forward SMS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Network Utilities & Analyzer
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.
- Network scanning (IPv4/IPv6)
- Ping and Traceroute
- Speed Test (download/upload)
- Port Scanner
- SSH and Telnet Client
- IP and DNS information
- Wake On Lan
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Network Utilities is a handy tool for network administrators to scan and analyze the ipv4 and ipv6 networks. Free version has some limitations on number of times you can run a service every day. You can use the subscription option to remove all limitations. Network Utilities includes the following services: - INFORMATION • General System Information including system hardware, memory usage, disk usage, network interfaces, WiFi, DNS Name Servers • Network Interfaces: Detail information about all the active network interfaces including link speed and data usage • Network Browser: Scan nodes connected to each network interface - NETWORK CONNECTION • Ping: Standard ping to Host, IPv4 or IPv6, number of requests, timeout and payload size is configurable • World Ping: Ping the target Host, IPv4 or IPv6 from at least 5 different locations • Traceroute: Standard trace function to destination Host, IPv4 or IPv6, timeout to each hop or maximum hops are configurable • IP Range Scanner: Check for alive nodes in provided IPv4 range • Port Scanner: Check for open ports on selected Host or IP, you can specify the port numbers or range of ports • Speed Test: Check current connection speed including ping, download and upload speed - HOST/IP TESTS • Host to IP: Resolve a hostname to IP addresses based on current device DNS settings • IP Location: Approximate location of an IP address or Host • Whois: Whois database search on domain name or IP addresses • NSLookup: Detail DNS records of a domain, DNS Server, Query Type, Query Class, Authoritative Records and search for IPv6 are configurable • Email Validator: Check the structure and server validity of an email address • RBL Blacklist Check: Check an IP address against major black lists - SYSTEM TOOLS • SSH Client: A built-in SSH client to connect to any SSH Server, supports both password and certificate authentication • Telnet Client: A Telnet client to connect to any server that supports telnet protocol • Wake On Lan: Provides ability to send WOL signal to any MAC address - UTILITIES • IP4 Calculator: Subnet class calculation of an IP4 address • IPv6 Calculator: Network calculation of an IPv6 address Network Utilities also has a Widget that can show the current connected WiFi and cellular information including private and external IP addresses. Additionally, you can share all the results as a PDF file
Forward SMS
Automatically forward your SMS messages to various platforms like email, Slack, or WhatsApp. Set custom rules, filters, and schedules for precise control over message delivery. Ensures privacy by processing messages locally on your device.
- Automatic SMS forwarding
- Forward to Email, Slack, WhatsApp, etc.
- Custom forwarding rules
- Message filtering by sender/content
- Scheduled forwarding options
- Real-time message alerts
- Local processing for privacy
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Forward SMS is an SMS forwarder app that simplifies the way you handle text messages. Whether you're traveling, managing workplace restrictions, or dealing with high SMS volumes, this app has you covered! Key Features: 1. Seamless Forwarding: Automatically forward text messages, 2FA codes, and more to Email, Phone Number, WhatsApp, Slack, Teams, Discord, Telegram, or REST API. 2. Custom Rules & Receivers: Set up multiple rules with unique forwarding paths—each rule can have multiple recipients. 3. Smart Filters: Filter messages based on sender or content. Enjoy advanced conditions for precise control. 4. Schedule Forwarding: Enable forwarding only when you need it. Choose specific days or time slots. 5. Real-Time Alerts: Messages are forwarded instantly as soon as they are received. 6. Privacy First: Your SMS messages are never stored anywhere. All forwarding happens locally on your device, ensuring your personal information remains secure. Who Can Benefit: • Travelers: Forward your messages while you're in another country or away from your primary phone. • Workplace Professionals: Ideal for environments requiring a dedicated work phone. • Teams with Heavy SMS Workloads: Route messages to team members for efficient collaboration and quick response times. • Single phone for personal and work use: Use the filter and schedule to make sure forwarding works only in a timeline and forwards relevant messages. Why Choose Forward SMS: Auto Forwarder? This app combines flexibility, convenience, and security, making it the perfect solution for anyone needing automated SMS forwarding. Take your text forwarding to the next level! Download now and take control of your messages! Privacy policy: https://forward-sms.com/privacy-policy Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Network Utilities & Analyzer at 4.5 against Forward SMS's 3.4. Network Utilities & Analyzer also leads on review sentiment (58% vs 38%) and ratings volume (457 vs 20). Forward SMS's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Network Utilities & Analyzer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Forward SMS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Network Utilities & Analyzer holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Utilities & Analyzer has 457 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Network Utilities & Analyzer's written reviews are positive against 38% of Forward SMS's.
Network Utilities & Analyzer ships an update every 6 weeks, Forward SMS weekly. Both last shipped on September 21, 2026.
| Parameter | Network Utilities & Analyzer | Forward SMS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (457 ratings) — better | 3.4 (20 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 58.1% of reviews — better | 37.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 457 — better | 20 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dayana Networks Ltd | Parveen Kapoor |
Customer experience
Network Utilities & Analyzer
Forward SMS
Bugs and requests
Network Utilities & Analyzer
Reported bugs
4 issues- Reverse IP lookup not working
- Network scanner causing app crashes
- IPv6 address input not functioning
- Inconsistent behavior across updates
Requested features
4 requests- Permanent license option
- Grandfathering for existing paid users
- More customization options
- Improved performance and stability
Forward SMS
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Network Utilities & Analyzer
- Full Version Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Full Version Annually1 Month trial$9.991 Year
- Upgrade to No Ad$2.99
Forward SMS
- Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$5.991 Month
- Annual Premium Subscription1 Year trial$49.991 Year
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