# Network Speed Test vs NetSonar

The clearest difference is price: Network Speed Test at Free against NetSonar's $0.99. Network Speed Test also leads on ratings volume (182 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.2). NetSonar's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Network Speed Test is free to download; NetSonar costs $0.99 up front. Network Speed Test sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. NetSonar asks for nothing beyond the download.

NetSonar holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Speed Test has 182 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Speed Test | NetSonar |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | [4.7 (182 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-speed-test-5g-wifi/id1332764696/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netsonar/id6755057625/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **182** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 93.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 13 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WHA CHAN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1385016296) | [葆霖 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896617402) |

## What reviewers say

### Network Speed Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-speed-test-5g-wifi/id1332764696)

This app provides professional and accurate network speed measurement tools for mobile users. It supports various network types, including 5G and Wi-Fi, and offers detailed network information and diagnostic capabilities. Users can track their network performance over time and even view real-time speeds via a widget.

**Highlights:** One-click speed measurement, Wi-Fi and cellular network testing (2G/3G/4G/5G), Detailed network data (delay, upload, download, IP), Network diagnosis for connectivity issues, Test history tracking, Widget for real-time speed display

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| monthly service | $4.99 | per month |
| yearly service | $39.99 | per year |
| Permanent PRO version | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and accurate
- ✅ Good app
- 💡 Useful for testing speed
- ✨ Simple interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Too many ads
- 🐛 Crashes
- 💸 Requires payment
- 🤔 Confusing free/paid model
- 👎 Not stable

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when entering settings
- App crashes
- Ads still appear after giving 5 stars
- Charged for subscription without clear indication
- App is junk

**Requested features**

- Add more features
- Add real-time speed indicator on notification bar
- Add data usage left on widget
- Create a traffic control tool
- More trial items for comprehensive experience


### NetSonar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netsonar/id6755057625)

Discover and analyze all devices on your local network. Get detailed information on IP addresses, MAC addresses, open ports, and services. Export reports in text or CSV format.

**Highlights:** Comprehensive network scanning, Smart device identification, Detailed device information, Port and service analysis, Report generation (text/CSV), Modern interface with dark mode

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Speed Test free?

Network Speed Test is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NetSonar free?

NetSonar costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Network Speed Test or NetSonar?

NetSonar is rated higher. Network Speed Test averages 4.7 out of 5 from 182 ratings, while NetSonar averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Network Speed Test or NetSonar have ads?

Neither Network Speed Test nor NetSonar shows ads.

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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.*