Comparison

UDP Terminal vs SpoolManager

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

SpoolManager

Features
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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

Screenshots

UDP Terminal4 screens
SpoolManager4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

UDP Terminal ships an update every 2 months, SpoolManager fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
UDP Terminal versus SpoolManager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUDP TerminalSpoolManager
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating2.8 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews12.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS10.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGopi GadhiyaNorman Hennige

In-app purchases

1 purchases

UDP Terminal

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$3.99
1 purchases

SpoolManager

One-time1
  • Lifetime$1.99

Questions

Is UDP Terminal free?
UDP Terminal costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is SpoolManager free?
SpoolManager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do UDP Terminal or SpoolManager have ads?
UDP Terminal shows ads; SpoolManager does not.
Which is updated more often, UDP Terminal or SpoolManager?
UDP Terminal ships an update every 2 months, and SpoolManager fortnightly. Most recently, UDP Terminal was updated on November 11, 2026 and SpoolManager on November 5, 2026.

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