Comparison

iNet vs NMSc

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

NMSc

Features
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一网智能交换机运维App集监测,控制于一体,远程操控系统内的交换机,实时查看终端状态,实现全方位管理。帮助组建项目管理团队,协同管理项目进程,帮助团队高效运行

Screenshots

iNet4 screens
NMSc1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NMSc at none against iNet's 1. NMSc also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). iNet's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 14 months). On price, ads and device support 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. NMSc asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iNet ships an update every 5 weeks, NMSc every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iNet versus NMSc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriNetNMSc
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 14 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB32 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBananaGlue GmbH光网视科技

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

NMSc

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iNet

One-time1
  • iNet Pro upgrade$9.99
None

NMSc

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iNet free?
iNet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NMSc free?
NMSc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iNet or NMSc have ads?
Neither iNet nor NMSc shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iNet or NMSc?
iNet ships an update every 5 weeks, and NMSc every 14 months. Most recently, iNet was updated on October 19, 2026 and NMSc on October 8, 2026.

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