Comparison

iNet vs POUCHES

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

POUCHES

Features
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POUCHES lets you place numbers as round pouches on a canvas, group them, and calculate as you rearrange them. Lighter than a spreadsheet, richer than a calculator - ideal for estimates, event budgets, and quick bill splits. POUCHES Pro (auto-renewable subscription): Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel subscriptions in App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://apps.tomippe.jp/pouches/policy/

Screenshots

iNet4 screens
POUCHES3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: POUCHES at every 4 days against iNet's every 5 weeks. POUCHES also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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 and POUCHES sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iNet ships an update every 5 weeks, POUCHES every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iNet versus POUCHES: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriNetPOUCHES
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBananaGlue GmbHTOMIHIDE OTA

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

POUCHES

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iNet

One-time1
  • iNet Pro upgrade$9.99
1 purchases

POUCHES

Subscriptions1
  • POUCHES Pro$1.991 Month

Questions

Is iNet free?
iNet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is POUCHES free?
POUCHES is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iNet or POUCHES have ads?
Neither iNet nor POUCHES shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iNet or POUCHES?
iNet ships an update every 5 weeks, and POUCHES every 4 days. Most recently, iNet was updated on September 28, 2026 and POUCHES on September 16, 2026.

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