# WiPry vs Pockethernet 2

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pockethernet 2 at 67% against WiPry's 39%. Pockethernet 2 also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and rating (3.0 vs 2.7). WiPry's advantage is ratings volume (50 vs 2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Pockethernet 2 holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WiPry has 50 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of WiPry's written reviews are positive against 67% of Pockethernet 2's.

WiPry ships an update every 3 weeks, Pockethernet 2 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WiPry | Pockethernet 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (50 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wipry/id442143525/reviews) | **[3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pockethernet-2/id6547832504/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **50** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 38.5% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 42 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oscium LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/411757369) | [Poket Hardware GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/966344405) |

## What reviewers say

### WiPry

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wipry/id442143525)

Transform your phone or tablet into a powerful Wi-Fi spectrum analyzer for both 2.4 and 5 GHz bands. This tool helps IT professionals and network technicians scan, troubleshoot, and visualize Wi-Fi networks. Requires a specific accessory for full functionality.

**Highlights:** 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz Spectrum Analyzer, Scan & Troubleshoot WiFi, View SSID's / RSSI, Play / Record intermittent issues, Enhanced Reporting Function, SNR / SINR automatic calculation, Multiple visualization modes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎯 Accurate spectrum analysis for 2.4GHz WiFi networks
- 📱 Portable and convenient mobile solution vs. laptop-based tools
- 💰 Affordable compared to professional spectrum analyzers
- 🔧 Useful for identifying interference and optimizing WiFi placement
- ⚡ Quick setup and plug-and-play functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Non-functional without expensive hardware accessory ($200-$500)
- 😕 Misleading app store presentation without clear hardware requirement disclosure
- ⏱️ No app updates in 2+ years despite WiFi technology evolution
- 🔌 Power consumption issues when enabling SSID display on some devices
- 📉 Limited functionality compared to laptop-based alternatives

**Reported bugs**

- SSID display causes power draw error and app crash on iPhone X and iPad
- App crashes every 10 minutes on some devices
- Spectrum display continues in airplane mode (demo detection issue)
- Hardware not recognized after unplugging without proper shutdown
- Tooltips don't extend properly for label selection

**Requested features**

- 5GHz spectrum analysis support
- SSID display with channel information overlay
- Channel width indicators (20/40/80MHz)
- Frequency and MHz scale on spectrum display
- WiFi network identification and labeling on heatmap


### Pockethernet 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pockethernet-2/id6547832504)

This tool assists computer network professionals with Ethernet network installation and maintenance. It allows for measurements, remote control of functions, and report generation when used with a connected device.

**Highlights:** Network analysis, Ethernet installation support, Maintenance tool, Remote function control, Measurement capabilities, Report generation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WiPry free?

WiPry is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Pockethernet 2 free?

Pockethernet 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, WiPry or Pockethernet 2?

Pockethernet 2 is rated higher. WiPry averages 2.7 out of 5 from 50 ratings, while Pockethernet 2 averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do WiPry or Pockethernet 2 have ads?

Neither WiPry nor Pockethernet 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WiPry or Pockethernet 2?

WiPry ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pockethernet 2 every 2 months. Most recently, WiPry was updated on November 6, 2026 and Pockethernet 2 on November 4, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*
