Home Kat Inspector vs IT Network Toolbox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Home Kat Inspector
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Home Kat Inspector allows you to view every property of any HomeKit device and find devices connected to the local network, including anything discoverable by mDNS/DNS-SD/Bonjour, TP-Link Kasa and Tapo outlets and bulbs, Logitech Harmony Hubs and Tuya based devices. Inspector Not all HomeKit Services or Characteristics can be seen in other apps using the Apple HomeKit API. Certain device types like Televisions or certain Services on some devices like Adaptive Lighting are hidden from view. Devices available for pairing are listed. Select Pair with Inspector to access every detail of the device. Unpair from Inspector to allow it to be connected back to your HomeKit network. If a device you want to inspect is already paired with HomeKit, remove it in the Home app, and then select Pair with Inspector. Home App API Examine the information available to apps using the HomeKit API Local Devices Discover devices found on the local network, listed by Service Type or by IP. Examine the broadcast information sent out by each device. HomeKit hobbyists and HomeKit device developers will find this app indispensable. Available on macOS, iOS and iPadOS
IT Network Toolbox
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IT Network Toolbox is a lightweight network toolbox that helps you quickly understand whatβs happening on your connection β at home, at work, or on the go. Test latency, discover devices on your LAN, scan ports, trace routes, and measure speed in seconds with a clean, no-nonsense interface. Key features β’ TCP Ping with history and quick copy β’ LAN discovery (mDNS/SSDP/NBNS/WSD) to find devices and services β’ Port Scanner with custom ranges and common ports β’ Traceroute to visualize the path to any host β’ Speed Test for download/upload performance Designed for IT pros and curious power users. Free daily usage is available, and you can unlock Lifetime Access with a one-time purchase to remove limits forever β no subscription.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: IT Network Toolbox at Free against Home Kat Inspector's $5.99. Home Kat Inspector's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
IT Network Toolbox is free to download; Home Kat Inspector costs $5.99 up front. IT Network Toolbox sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Home Kat Inspector asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Home Kat Inspector | IT Network Toolbox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.99 | Free β better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Guy Brooker | Jozsef Mahl |
In-app purchases
Home Kat Inspector
No in-app purchases
IT Network Toolbox
- Lifetime Unlock$4.99
Questions
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