SNMP Network Monitor vs Rubyist
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SNMP Network Monitor
Monitor network devices with real-time SNMP data and manage them securely via SSH. This app offers comprehensive tools for network administrators, including traffic monitoring, device management, and secure file transfer.
- Real-time SNMP traffic monitoring
- Multi-device SNMP management
- Secure SSH terminal with key authentication
- SFTP file management
- MIB Explorer for OID information
- Command snippets for automation
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SNMP Network Monitor is a powerful network monitoring tool designed for IT professionals and system administrators. Monitor routers, servers, and network devices in real time, detect issues early, and stay in control of your infrastructure. SNMP Monitoring * Real-Time Monitoring: Track CPU, memory, storage, and network throughput with live auto-refresh (1s–10s). * Health Dashboard: Instantly assess system status with color-coded indicators and performance metrics. * Traffic Analytics: Visualize interface usage with real-time charts and historical averages. * Network Insights: View TCP/UDP connections, MAC tables, and routing tables for deep diagnostics. * Alert System: Set thresholds for key metrics and receive intelligent alerts with severity levels. * SNMP Tools: Run snmpget, snmpwalk, and snmpset commands with saved OIDs and history. * MIB Explorer: Browse built-in MIBs or import custom modules for advanced monitoring. * Multi-Device Management: Organize devices with labels, search instantly, and scan your LAN. SSH & SFTP * Secure SSH terminal with key authentication, jump hosts, and proxy support * Fast command execution with full keyboard support (CTRL, arrows, clipboard) * SFTP file manager for upload, download, and permission control * Save command snippets and automate tasks across servers Supported Protocols SNMP v1 / v2c / v3 (SHA, AES, full security levels) Supported Devices Works with Cisco, Juniper, Mikrotik, Linux, Windows, macOS, and any SNMP/SSH-enabled devices. Take full control of your network with real-time monitoring, powerful diagnostics, and secure remote access — all in one app. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Terms of use https://septudio.com/terms-of-use and privacy policy https://septudio.com/privacy-policy
Rubyist
Execute and automate Ruby scripts directly on your iPhone and iPad. This app utilizes the MRuby VM to run code, integrate with Shortcuts and Siri, and offers a robust editor with syntax highlighting and autocomplete.
- Run Ruby code on device
- Editor with syntax highlighting
- Code autocomplete
- Shortcuts app integration
- Siri command creation
- Native alerts and inputs
- HTTP requests
- Clipboard access
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Rubyist allows you to run Ruby code on your iPhone and iPad using the MRuby VM. Run code directly in the app or via the Shortcuts app or Siri commands. Features: - Run Ruby code directly on your device - Built-in documentation viewer - Editor with ruby syntax highlighting - Code Autocomplete - Run Ruby directly in Shortcuts - Build your own Siri commands in Ruby. - Display native alerts and inputs using exclusive APIs - Make http requests from your code. - Write and read your clipboard from code
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Rubyist at 83% against SNMP Network Monitor's 47%. SNMP Network Monitor's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and chart position (#162 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. SNMP Network Monitor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Rubyist sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SNMP Network Monitor holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 135 and 93 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 47% of SNMP Network Monitor's written reviews are positive against 83% of Rubyist's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
SNMP Network Monitor ships an update every 6 weeks, Rubyist every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SNMP Network Monitor | Rubyist |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (135 ratings) — better | 4.6 (93 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 46.7% of reviews | 83.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 135 — better | 93 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #162 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 婉媚 邵 | TSUBASA TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY |
Customer experience
SNMP Network Monitor
Rubyist
In-app purchases
SNMP Network Monitor
- Pro Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Pro Lifetime$59.99
Rubyist
- Small Tip$0.99
- Medium Tip$4.99
- Large Tip$9.99
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