# Active Directory Assist vs Network Configuration Manager

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Active Directory Assist at 57% against Network Configuration Manager's 0%. Active Directory Assist also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.6). Network Configuration Manager's advantage is rating (4.3 vs 2.7) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Active Directory Assist sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Network Configuration Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

Network Configuration Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 27 and 13 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 57% of Active Directory Assist's written reviews are positive against 0% of Network Configuration Manager's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Active Directory Assist | Network Configuration Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/active-directory-assist/id528953910/reviews) | **[4.3 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-configuration-manager/id1095964476/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **27** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | **56.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 7 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BitsAbound Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/373036242) | [Zoho Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/388384807) |

## What reviewers say

### Active Directory Assist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/active-directory-assist/id528953910)

Manage Active Directory securely from any location without requiring any server components. This intuitive app allows for user, group, and computer management, password resets, and provides insightful reports on account status. It offers encrypted access over Wi-Fi or cellular networks.

**Highlights:** User management, Group management, Computer management, Password reset, Account status reporting, Secure encrypted access

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ADAssist-Advanced-Reports | $9.99 | one-time |
| AD Assist Unlimited | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick AD management on the go
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Saves time for IT admins
- ✅ Works well over VPN
- ✨ Useful for password resets

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- ❌ Unlimited purchase issues
- ⚠️ No longer works with modern OS
- 🚫 Password reset errors
- 💰 Expensive for limited features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on iOS 14
- App crashes on iOS 13
- App crashes on iOS 12
- Login screen freezes
- Restore Purchases not working

**Requested features**

- Add wildcard search feature
- Ability to compare group membership
- Read and search for Bitlocker keys
- Read and modify advanced AD attributes
- Set owner on computer objects


### Network Configuration Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-configuration-manager/id1095964476)

This app provides mobile access to an on-premise network configuration management solution. It allows network administrators to view device inventory, compare configurations, track changes, and monitor compliance from their iPhone.

**Highlights:** Network status summary, Device inventory view, Configuration comparison, Configuration backup history, Change tracking, Policy violation detection, Alarm monitoring

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Active Directory Assist free?

Active Directory Assist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Network Configuration Manager free?

Network Configuration Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Active Directory Assist or Network Configuration Manager?

Network Configuration Manager is rated higher. Active Directory Assist averages 2.7 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Network Configuration Manager averages 4.3 from 13 ratings.

### Do Active Directory Assist or Network Configuration Manager have ads?

Neither Active Directory Assist nor Network Configuration Manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Active Directory Assist or Network Configuration Manager?

Active Directory Assist ships an update every 2 months, and Network Configuration Manager every 2 months. Most recently, Active Directory Assist was updated on October 13, 2026 and Network Configuration Manager on October 12, 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.*