UDP Terminal vs SpoolManager
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
UDP Terminal
This app allows users to send and receive UDP packets within a local network. It features separate panels for sending and receiving, customizable buttons for frequent transmissions, and the ability to monitor packets in ASCII or HEX format. Users can also log sent and received data.
- Send and receive UDP packets
- Customizable send buttons
- Monitor packets in ASCII/HEX
- Auto-send at timed intervals
- Log sent and received data
- Keep screen on/off option
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INTRODUCTION: - One-of-a-kind App that works based on UDP Protocol, Using this app we can Send and Receive UDP Packets within local network - To Receive packets, You must enter valid ports which listen for UDP packets. - To Send Broadcast or Unicast packets, You must enter valid IP and PORT. FEATURES: - Separate panels for sending and receiving packets. - Receive Broadcast Packets too, - Custom your own buttons for frequent sending of same packets. - Monitoring receiving packets as ASCII or HEX. - Sending packets as ASCII or HEX. - Auto send packets at timed interval - Selection for \r \n at the end of sending data. - Send Log file of Received and Sent data. - Simple copy option in sent & received data just long press on data. - Keep Screen on/off option. - Remove Ads option.
SpoolManager
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SpoolManager - Your Filament. Smartly Organized. Keep track of your filament spools, remaining amounts and printing data at all times. SpoolManager makes managing your 3D printing filament simple, fast and digital - with NFC/RFID tags, QR codes, an automatic shopping list and much more. -------------------- NFC/RFID & QR CODES -------------------- - Read and write NFC/RFID tags - Create and scan QR codes - Store filament data directly with your spool - Optimized for NFC tags, e.g. Anycubic ACE Pro - Quickly access material, color and other filament data -------------------- SPOOLS & INVENTORY -------------------- - Manufacturer, material and color - Remaining amount and spool weight - Printing temperatures and print parameters - Storage location and inventory - Price and purchase date - Edit, share and update your spools -------------------- AUTOMATIC SHOPPING LIST -------------------- - Automatically detect spools running low - Automatically add low-stock filament to your shopping list - Set your own remaining-filament threshold - Add items manually at any time -------------------- FILAMENT PROFILES -------------------- - Create custom material profiles - Save frequently used settings - Import and export profiles - Quickly switch between commonly used filaments -------------------- HISTORY, ARCHIVE & SEARCH -------------------- - Keep track of read and write history - Archive spools and reuse them later - Quickly search through your saved data -------------------- ICLOUD, APPLE WATCH & WIDGETS -------------------- - Optional iCloud sync across your devices - Quick access from your Apple Watch - Important information available in widgets -------------------- TRY FREE FOR 7 DAYS -------------------- Try SpoolManager free for 7 days and explore all its features. After your trial, unlock SpoolManager permanently with a one-time Lifetime purchase for $1.99 - no subscription. SpoolManager is made for everyone who wants to organize filament, keep track of remaining amounts and simplify their 3D printing workflow. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.pixel-project.de/spm/datenschutz_en.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: SpoolManager at Free against UDP Terminal's $1.99. SpoolManager also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). UDP Terminal's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 18.0). On in-app purchases 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
SpoolManager is free to download; UDP Terminal costs $1.99 up front. UDP Terminal sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SpoolManager sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
UDP Terminal ships an update every 2 months, SpoolManager fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | UDP Terminal | SpoolManager |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 2.8 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 12.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gopi Gadhiya | Norman Hennige |
In-app purchases
UDP Terminal
- Remove Ads$3.99
SpoolManager
- Lifetime$1.99
Questions
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