# Pingstar vs SocialMesh

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pingstar at 100% against SocialMesh's 71%. Pingstar also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pingstar sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and SocialMesh sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pingstar | SocialMesh |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.3 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/socialmesh/id6742694642/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **24** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 71.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 191 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Panashe Muzangaza](https://appshunter.io/developer/1489884160) | [GOTNULL PTY. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/564962272) |

## What reviewers say

### Pingstar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pingstar/id1516597815)

Monitor your internet and server connection stability on cellular and Wi-Fi. This utility provides simple, easy-to-understand visuals to help you identify connection issues.

**Highlights:** Connection monitoring, Cellular and Wi-Fi support, Simple visual indicators, Identify connection issues

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Month Access | $0.99 | per month |
| Full Year Access (20% saving) | $11.49 | per year |


### SocialMesh

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/socialmesh/id6742694642)

This app allows users to observe, manage, and operate offline mesh networks. It connects to compatible devices to display real-time mesh activity, including packets, hops, and signal decay. Features include direct messaging, presence tracking, node collection, and advanced automation capabilities.

**Highlights:** Offline mesh network management, Real-time packet and signal monitoring, Direct and channel messaging, Node presence tracking and visualization, Collectible node cards (NodeDex), Automation and rule-based triggers, Customizable dashboards and widgets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Siri integration, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cloud Sync - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Cloud Sync - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Ringtone Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Theme Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Widget Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| IFTTT Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Translation Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Automations Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Complete Pack | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pingstar free?

Pingstar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SocialMesh free?

SocialMesh is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Pingstar or SocialMesh have ads?

Neither Pingstar nor SocialMesh 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.*