Comparison

Ping vs TCP Ping

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

Head to head
About

Ping

This app offers a suite of network tools to trace IP addresses, perform Whois lookups, and scan networks. It provides IP geolocation and map-based tracking, simplifying network analysis. Users can customize the interface and utilize summary widgets for host timeouts and warnings.

Highlights
  • IP address tracing
  • Whois lookup
  • Host scanning
  • IP geolocation
  • Map-based IP location
  • Customizable UI
  • Summary widgets
Features
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An online application that provides a straightforward and effortless solution to trace both public and private IP addresses, as well as other network utilities such as Whois, Host, Dig, IP Scanning, geolocation and Map-based IP location tracking. This app simplifies the process of pinging and tracking IP addresses, making it a one-stop solution for all your networking needs. Users can quickly determine the geographical location of a specific IP address, adding an extra layer of information to the network analysis process. Options available: - Customize your UI, edit colors, show or hide host information, etc... - Summary widget with stopwatch. - Timeout summary widget (Count host timeout). - Warning summary widget (Count warning when ping greater than the value set in your settings). - Tap on stopwatch will reset count and itself. - Tap on host in summary widget will scroll table to the host.

About

TCP Ping

Test network responsiveness with both TCP and ICMP ping modes. Monitor global server performance from 16 locations worldwide. Get detailed analytics and insights into your network's speed and reliability.

Highlights
  • Dual TCP and ICMP ping modes
  • Global server performance testing
  • User-friendly interface
  • Detailed ping analytics
  • Custom host input for ICMP
Features
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1. Dual Ping Modes: TCP Ping: Test the responsiveness of a TCP connection across various ports. ICMP Ping: Traditional ping to check the reachability of a host. 2. Global Locations: With 16 strategically placed locations around the world, you can simulate and test how your servers or websites perform globally. Whether it's Asia, Europe, the Americas, or anywhere in between, we've got you covered. 3. User-Friendly Interface: A sleek and intuitive design ensures that you can get your results quickly and efficiently, without the need for complex setups. 4. Detailed Analytics: Receive in-depth insights on your ping tests, including average response times, packet loss percentages, and more. 5. Custom Host Input: For ICMP pings, simply input the desired host, and let our app do the rest. Whether it's a website, a server, or any other online entity, we'll provide you with the data you need.

Screenshots

Ping4 screens
TCP Ping2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Ping at 4.5 against TCP Ping's 1.0. Ping also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 11 months). TCP Ping's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Ping sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TCP Ping asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ping holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ping has 19 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ping ships an update every 2 days, TCP Ping every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and June 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Ping versus TCP Ping: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPingTCP Ping
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (19 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings19 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGuang Hui YANGWahoo Software

Customer experience

Ping

All ratings19 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.3%

TCP Ping

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Ping

One-time1
  • Ads remover$1.99
None

TCP Ping

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ping free?
Ping is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TCP Ping free?
TCP Ping is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Ping or TCP Ping?
Ping is rated higher. Ping averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while TCP Ping averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Ping or TCP Ping have ads?
TCP Ping shows ads; Ping does not.
Which is updated more often, Ping or TCP Ping?
Ping ships an update every 2 days, and TCP Ping every 11 months. Most recently, Ping was updated on June 1, 2026 and TCP Ping on June 10, 2026.

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