# Blink Shell, Build & Code vs Network Sniffer

The clearest difference is rating: Network Sniffer at 4.5 against Blink Shell, Build & Code's 3.1. Network Sniffer also leads on review sentiment (70% vs 37%) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). Blink Shell, Build & Code's advantage is chart position (#13 vs #154). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Blink Shell, Build & Code sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Network Sniffer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Network Sniffer holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 418 and 188 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of Blink Shell, Build & Code's written reviews are positive against 70% of Network Sniffer's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Blink Shell, Build & Code | Network Sniffer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (418 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blink-shell-build-and-code/id1594898306/reviews) | **[4.5 (188 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-sniffer/id6450956188/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **418** | 188 |
| Positive reviews | 36.9% of reviews | **70.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#13** | #154 |
| Size | 211 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Blink Shell, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1526795995) | [CHENGDU MIAOZHI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1465440799) |

## What reviewers say

### Blink Shell, Build & Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blink-shell-build-and-code/id1594898306)

**Currently charting:** #13 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #74 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Transform your iOS device into a powerful terminal for coding and development. Leverage Mosh and SSH for stable, fast connections. Integrate with VS Code and manage your entire development workflow from your pocket.

**Highlights:** Mosh and SSH connections, VS Code integration (Blink Code), Remote runtime creation (Blink Build), Full SSH toolset, Hardware keyboard support, External display support, SFTP transfers

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Build Basic - 50 credits/month | $7.99 | per month |
| Blink+Build Basic | $9.99 | per month |
| Blink Plus | $19.99 | per year |
| Blink+ | $19.99 | per year |
| Blink Shell Classic | Free | one-time |


### Network Sniffer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-sniffer/id6450956188)

**Currently charting:** #154 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #209 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Analyze your device's network activity to understand app behavior. Identify which apps are connecting to the internet, their data usage, and potential privacy risks. Gain control over your network with detailed visual reports and advanced inspection tools.

**Highlights:** Deep network analysis with visual reports, Capture HTTP/HTTPS/WebSocket traffic, External proxy for custom inspection, JavaScript scripting for custom rules, Request replay and rewrite, Real-time speed and data usage widgets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Premium | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Blink Shell, Build & Code free?

Blink Shell, Build & Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Network Sniffer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Blink Shell, Build & Code or Network Sniffer?

Network Sniffer is rated higher. Blink Shell, Build & Code averages 3.1 out of 5 from 418 ratings, while Network Sniffer averages 4.5 from 188 ratings.

### Do Blink Shell, Build & Code or Network Sniffer have ads?

Neither Blink Shell, Build & Code nor Network Sniffer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Blink Shell, Build & Code or Network Sniffer?

Blink Shell, Build & Code ships an update every 3 weeks, and Network Sniffer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Blink Shell, Build & Code was updated on September 24, 2026 and Network Sniffer on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Blink Shell, Build & Code or Network Sniffer?

Blink Shell, Build & Code currently peaks at #13 in the App Store charts, and Network Sniffer at #154. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*