Comparison

Secure Terminal vs WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer

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

Head to head
About

Secure Terminal

This application provides secure remote access to servers via SSH and Telnet. It supports various authentication methods, terminal emulations, and file transfer protocols. Advanced features like SFTP and port forwarding are available through an in-app purchase.

Highlights
  • SSH & Telnet connection
  • Password & key authentication
  • SFTP file transfer
  • xterm-256color emulation
  • Key generation
  • Port forwarding
  • Customizable terminal
Features
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SSH Terminal to access multiple SSH server, with full support of "xterm-256color" emulation. Base Features: • SSH connection with password or key authentication: DSA, RSA, ECDSA, Ed25519 (OpenSSH format & Putty PPK) • SSH Agent • Key generation (RSA, ECDSA, Ed25519) • Support for FIDO key (iPhone NFC only) • Secure Enclave Key • Support for Mosh, Sixel, iTerm2 image, ZModem and Trzsz protocols • Connection params are safely stored on Keychain • Connection history & localization • Connection through SSH proxy • Connection with Telnet protocol • External keyboard support • Terminal colors customization • Multiple font size • Image background • User font choice (fixed width only) • Pointer/Mouse support PRO Features (require in-app purchase): • Upload/Download files through SFTP • Port forwarding • Local text editor • Store unlimited connections • Files plugin support • Shortcuts support • Commands snippet • Hosts Status Dashboard • SFTP Commander • XWindow (iPad only)

About

WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer

Analyze and optimize your wireless network performance. Discover connected devices, assess signal strength, and test internet speeds to ensure a secure and efficient connection.

Highlights
  • WiFi Device Scanner
  • Network Analyzer
  • Signal Strength Optimization
  • Security Assessment
  • Speed Test
  • Network Monitoring
Features
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WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer is a comprehensive tool designed to enhance your WiFi network experience. With powerful features and intuitive interface, it is the ultimate app for optimizing your wireless network performance." "Discover, analyze, and monitor all the devices connected to your WiFi network with the WiFi Device Scanner. Identify potential security threats, optimize signal strength, and troubleshoot connectivity issues effortlessly." Key Features: WiFi Device Scanner: Scan and identify all devices connected to your WiFi network. Get detailed information about each device, including IP address, MAC address, device type, and manufacturer. Network Analyzer: Analyze your network's performance with advanced diagnostics. Measure signal strength, network speed, and latency. Identify congested channels and troubleshoot connectivity issues. Signal Strength Optimization: Optimize your WiFi signal strength by identifying signal dead zones and interference sources. Find the best placement for your router and boost coverage throughout your home or office. Security Assessment: Detect unauthorized devices on your network and ensure your WiFi is secure. Identify potential threats and take appropriate actions to protect your network and personal data. Speed Test: Measure your network's upload and download speeds. Identify bottlenecks and ensure you're getting the maximum performance from your Internet Service Provider. Network Monitoring: Keep track of your network's performance over time. Receive real-time notifications for any network outages or unusual activities. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uvl8DLdyOXX_e-Ws0aGdbbDkMKS4D5_-6Ya-RaNULNk/ Terms Of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12F_Q8ZjSz3ZIh0zxnC1BOoxQehpmzma5QZzYlqLVxj0/

Screenshots

Secure Terminal4 screens
WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer4 screens

Verdict

The call

Secure Terminal and WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of Secure Terminal's written reviews are positive against 31% of WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer's. Secure Terminal also leads on ads (none vs shown). WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer's advantage is chart position (#111 vs unranked) and ratings volume (389 vs 63). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Secure Terminal sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Secure Terminal against 4.5 for WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer has 389 ratings behind it against 63, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of Secure Terminal's written reviews are positive against 31% of WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Secure Terminal ships an update every 3 weeks, WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Secure Terminal versus WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSecure TerminalWiFi Tester & Network Analyzer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (63 ratings) — better4.5 (389 ratings)
Positive reviews85.9% of reviews — better30.8% of reviews
Number of ratings63389 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#111 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size196 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloApp Nursery

Customer experience

Secure Terminal

All ratings63 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral1.6%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews78 reviews
Positive85.9%
Neutral2.6%
Negative11.5%

WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer

All ratings384 ratings
Positive87.2%
Neutral4.7%
Negative8.1%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive30.8%
Neutral3.8%
Negative65.4%

User reviews

Secure Terminal

From 63 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 💰 Great value, one-time purchase
  • 🆓 Free version is very capable
  • 🚀 Fast and stable performance
  • 💻 Works across multiple Apple devices

Room to improve

  • 🐛 UI/UX could be better
  • ❓ Lack of clear documentation
  • 🐌 Some features are slow
  • 🚫 Cannot log in without password
  • 🖱️ UI elements not always intuitive

WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer

From 389 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍🏼 Simple and fast
  • 👍🏼 Easy to use

Room to improve

  • 😠 Aggressive advertising
  • 😠 Overwhelming ads
  • 😠 Unusable due to ads
  • 😠 Misleading app description
  • 😠 Subscription trap

Bugs and requests

Secure Terminal

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • SFTP cannot be opened when using a proxy server to connect to SSH
  • Backspace clears the entire line, hiding the current working directory
  • App crashes during docker compose pull with ZSH and ohmyzsh
  • FaceID authenticates only once per app execution
  • File transfer adds single quotes to the beginning and end of filenames
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  • Password input is case-insensitive, causing login failures
  • Background mode loses connections within ~30 seconds
  • Slide-up toolbar covers the bottom line of text when using an external keyboard
  • Pro features not working after app was offloaded/reloaded
  • App crashes frequently
  • Cannot log in to remote servers without a password
  • External keyboard shortcuts sometimes stop working
  • Background color change not working
  • Cannot insert copied password into Linux terminal

Requested features

19 requests
  • Allow adding more than one connection in free version
  • Improve UI/UX for better intuitiveness
  • Provide clear documentation for Port Forwarding
  • Add ability to format/prettify command snippets in clipboard/saved commands
  • Keep theme full dark and add plain simple b&w icon
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  • Make password input case-sensitive
  • Fix FaceID authentication to be more robust
  • Allow login to servers without passwords
  • Add option to place connection shortcuts on the main screen
  • Support background mode for persistent connections
  • Improve handling of symbolic links
  • Add Agent SSH functionality
  • Allow storage of multiple named keys
  • Make app protected by FaceID/TouchID on launch
  • Access iOS password manager for SSH keys
  • Remove bottom keyboard bar
  • Improve handling of external keyboard shortcuts
  • Add a way to cancel connections more clearly
  • Make the main screen less blank and improve 'connect' button placement for single-handed use

WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App shows clapping hands and nothing else
  • App does not perform its advertised function

Requested features

2 requests
  • Actual signal strength measurement
  • Ability to use features without subscription

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Secure Terminal

One-time1
  • PRO FEATURE$4.99
10 purchases

WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer

Subscriptions10
  • WiFi Analyzer Premium3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Membership$4.997 Days
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  • WiFi Analyzer Premium3 Days trial$8.991 Year
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Pro Yearly3 Days trial$11.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$11.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Secure Terminal free?
Secure Terminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer free?
WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Secure Terminal or WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer?
Secure Terminal is rated higher. Secure Terminal averages 4.5 out of 5 from 63 ratings, while WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer averages 4.5 from 389 ratings.
Do Secure Terminal or WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer have ads?
WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer shows ads; Secure Terminal does not.
Which is updated more often, Secure Terminal or WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer?
Secure Terminal ships an update every 3 weeks, and WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer fortnightly. Most recently, Secure Terminal was updated on November 3, 2026 and WiFi Tester & Network Analyzer on November 3, 2026.

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