Comparison

iNet vs Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite

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

Head to head
About

iNet

Discover all devices on your local network, analyze services, and manage connected devices. Remotely control Macs and PCs, monitor network status, and customize device identification. This tool offers comprehensive network insights for both technical and casual users.

Highlights
  • Device discovery (IP, MAC)
  • Customizable device names and icons
  • Port and service scanning
  • Wake on LAN/WAN
  • Remote Mac control (sleep, restart)
  • Bonjour service monitoring
  • Airport base station status
Features
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iNet – Know Your Network. See at a glance what’s happening on your network. Which devices are connected to your Wi-Fi? Are there any unknown devices? Which services are active? iNet gives you a clear overview of what’s happening on your local network – and provides the right tools for a closer analysis. Whether at home or as a network professional, iNet lets you scan your network, identify connected devices, find active services and open ports, and wake Macs, PCs, and other devices remotely. Give your devices custom names and icons so you can recognize them instantly the next time you scan your network. With this free and ad-free version of iNet, you can scan your network and view all connected devices. The features listed here can be unlocked later via an in-app purchase if needed. Network Scanner • Find all devices on your network • View IP and MAC addresses and other device information • Assign custom names and icons to your devices • Set IP scan ranges and network interfaces • Export scan results as CSV or PDF • Connect directly via SSH, VNC, HTTP, and other services Bonjour Monitor • Monitor Bonjour services in real time • See which services are available on individual devices • View detailed information about services and domains Port Scanner • Find open ports on all devices • Use predefined port scan lists Wake on LAN • Wake Macs, PCs, and other compatible devices over LAN or the Internet • Put Macs to sleep, shut them down, or restart them remotely • Execute SSH commands • Save frequently used devices as favorites Help & Documentation • Built-in help in German and English Privacy Included. Your network data stays with you. iNet collects no user data and requires no account or sign-in. There are no subscriptions or recurring fees. Buy iNet once – future updates are included. Developed and maintained in Germany since 2010. iNet is also available as a native Mac and iPad version.

About

Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite

Control Arduino hardware remotely via an Ethernet shield. Manage digital and analog pins, PWM, and servo motors. Send data to an LCD and receive commands from your mobile device for automation and hobbyist projects.

Highlights
  • Arduino Ethernet controller
  • Digital and PWM pin control
  • Servo motor control
  • Analog pin reading
  • LCD data display
  • Mobile to Arduino communication
  • Action sheet for triggered events
Features
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Features: - Best in class Arduino Ethernet controller. - Read & write digital pins. - Read & write PWM pins. - Control SERVO motors. - Read analog pins. - LCD: you can send any data from Arduino to your mobile app. - Terminal: you can send any data from mobile app to your Arduino. - Assign action sheet: to do action with the recieved data like turnning flash ON or send notification or trigger output switch. - Super easy user interface. - Remember last status of the pins. - Change the mode of the pin (Output, PWM, SERVO or Input). - Automatic connect to Arduino. - Ability to rename the label of each pin. Applications: - Smart Home. - Automation. - Hoppy projects. - Schools & university projects. - Remote control. - Robots control. Requirements: - Ethernet sheild or module - Arduino Uno, Leonardo or Mega Check this youtube to see in real world: - https://youtu.be/DvK_81cOq0Q

Screenshots

iNet4 screens
Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iNet at 77% against Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite's 0%. iNet also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.7) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 11 months). Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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. iNet sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iNet holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iNet has 2.6K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of iNet's written reviews are positive against 0% of Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iNet ships an update every 5 weeks, Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
iNet versus Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriNetArduino Ethernet Kit Lite
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.6K ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2.6K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBananaGlue GmbHRabi Alhetawi

Customer experience

iNet

All ratings2,561 ratings
Positive89.0%
Neutral4.5%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews671 reviews
Positive76.9%
Neutral6.0%
Negative17.1%

Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

iNet

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes and freezes on certain devices
  • Inability to restore premium purchases
  • Scanning issues on networks with many devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Option to disable location permissions
  • Ability to view MAC addresses
  • More customization options
  • Improved iPad support
  • Expanded network monitoring and management tools

Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iNet

One-time1
  • iNet Pro upgrade$9.99
None

Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iNet free?
iNet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite free?
Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iNet or Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite?
iNet is rated higher. iNet averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.6K ratings, while Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do iNet or Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite have ads?
Neither iNet nor Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iNet or Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite?
iNet ships an update every 5 weeks, and Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite every 11 months. Most recently, iNet was updated on November 6, 2026 and Arduino Ethernet Kit Lite on November 2, 2026.

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