DNS Client vs Device Information Tool
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DNS Client
Debug Domain Name Servers with this networking tool. Create human-readable requests and interpret responses. Supports all known DNS query types and multiple protocols including DNS over UDP, HTTPs, and TLS.
- Debug Domain Name Servers
- Create human-readable requests
- Interpret DNS responses
- Supports all DNS query types
- DNS over UDP
- DNS over HTTPs
- DNS over TLS
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DNS Client is a fast, native way to run DNS lookups and debug Domain Name System queries — without the Terminal. Type a domain, pick a record type, and read a clean, human-readable response. It works like dig or nslookup, but with a proper interface. QUERY ANYTHING • All standard DNS record types (A, AAAA, MX, TXT, CNAME, NS, PTR, and more) • Reverse DNS lookups • Recursive queries, with full control over the request ANY RESOLVER, ANY PROTOCOL • DNS over UDP, DNS over HTTPS (DoH), and DNS over TLS (DoT) • Query public resolvers (Google, Cloudflare, Quad9, OpenDNS…) or your own • Compare answers across resolvers to spot propagation differences Built for developers and network engineers who need answers fast.
Device Information Tool
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A fast, accurate, and privacy-first utility that shows everything you want to know about your Apple devices. This tool has the most complete information available. By downloading, you are supporting a small independent open source developer who makes this information freely available to everyone and keeps it updatable by everyone. What you get: • Detailed hardware and software information including model, chip, storage, memory, introduction date, and minimum and maximum OS versions. • Battery information showing level and charge status. • Thermal indicator to recognize device temperature. • Orientation and display data showing how the system reports screen state. • Idle timer control to prevent the screen from dimming or locking when needed. • Device capabilities and sensors such as biometrics, LIDAR, ECG, Fall Detection, Oxygen Sensor, and more. • Direct support and reference links to Apple documentation based on your exact device. Why you’ll love it: • Privacy-first design with no data collection. All device information stays on your device. • Lightweight and fast with minimal battery or resource usage. • Continuously updated with new Apple devices, sensors, and operating system support. • Ideal for developers, IT support, and anyone who wants to know the exact capabilities of their Apple devices. This is a tool for exposing the information in the open source Kudit Device framework. Feel free to contribute to this project at http://github.com/kudit/Device If you have any suggestions or feedback, please reach out to us at support+device@kudit.com! https://www.kudit.com/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: DNS Client at every 3 weeks against Device Information Tool's every 2 months. DNS Client also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and chart position 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
DNS Client costs $0.99 and Device Information Tool $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
DNS Client ships an update every 3 weeks, Device Information Tool every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DNS Client | Device Information Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | $0.99 |
| Rating | 4.5 (146 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 146 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #61 — better | #108 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sergii Kryvoblotskyi | Kudit LLC |
In-app purchases
DNS Client
No in-app purchases
Device Information Tool
No in-app purchases
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