Comparison

iNet vs BroadLink e

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

BroadLink e

Remotely manage your home appliances by controlling smart plugs. Turn devices on or off from anywhere using your smartphone.

Highlights
  • Remote appliance control
  • Smart plug management
  • Turn devices on/off
  • Home automation
Features
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This application is used for smart plugs designed by Broadlink Co.Ltd; It's main function is to remotely control your home appliances via turn on/off Broadlink smart plug.

Screenshots

iNet4 screens
BroadLink e4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iNet at 77% against BroadLink e's 18%. iNet also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.4) and ratings volume (2.5K vs 139). BroadLink e's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, 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. BroadLink e asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iNet holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iNet has 2.5K ratings behind it against 139, 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 18% of BroadLink e's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iNet versus BroadLink e: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriNetBroadLink e
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.5K ratings) — better2.4 (139 ratings)
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews — better17.9% of reviews
Number of ratings2.5K — better139
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.07.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBananaGlue GmbHBroadlink Co.,Ltd

Customer experience

iNet

All ratings2,540 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral4.4%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews667 reviews
Positive76.9%
Neutral6.0%
Negative17.1%

BroadLink e

All ratings139 ratings
Positive28.1%
Neutral16.5%
Negative55.4%
Written reviews1,010 reviews
Positive17.9%
Neutral14.6%
Negative67.5%

User reviews

iNet

From 2.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Excellent network scanning
  • 🔍 Provides detailed device information
  • 🔌 Useful for network troubleshooting
  • 💻 Great for IT professionals and home users

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Concerns about location permissions
  • 🔒 Lack of transparency around data collection
  • 💰 Paywall for advanced features
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 🚫 Removal of previously available free features

BroadLink e

From 139 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works well with Broadlink items
  • 👍 Customizable remote controls
  • 🔒 Secure remote access

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and bugs
  • 🔋 Unreliable connectivity
  • 👎 Lack of updates and support

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

BroadLink e

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes when selecting devices
  • Timers not working as expected
  • Compatibility issues with iOS 15
  • Remote access not functioning

Requested features

4 requests
  • Alexa/Google Assistant integration
  • Apple Watch app
  • Improved timer/scheduling functionality
  • Better UI/UX for newer devices

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iNet

One-time1
  • iNet Pro upgrade$9.99
None

BroadLink e

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iNet free?
iNet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BroadLink e free?
BroadLink e is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iNet or BroadLink e?
iNet is rated higher. iNet averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while BroadLink e averages 2.4 from 139 ratings.
Do iNet or BroadLink e have ads?
Neither iNet nor BroadLink e shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iNet or BroadLink e?
iNet ships an update every 5 weeks, and BroadLink e every 5 weeks. Most recently, iNet was updated on September 30, 2026 and BroadLink e on October 2, 2026.

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