# iDataSafe vs Network Toolbox Net security

The clearest difference is rating: Network Toolbox Net security at 4.6 against iDataSafe's 3.9. Network Toolbox Net security also leads on ratings volume (3.3K vs 8) and review sentiment (75% vs 55%). iDataSafe's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iDataSafe sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Network Toolbox Net security sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Network Toolbox Net security holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Toolbox Net security has 3.3K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of iDataSafe's written reviews are positive against 75% of Network Toolbox Net security's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iDataSafe | Network Toolbox Net security |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idatasafe-data-manager/id545288607/reviews) | **[4.6 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-toolbox-net-security/id651691453/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **3.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 55.4% of reviews | **75.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 152 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [iStArtApp](https://appshunter.io/developer/370032188) | [WHATSTICKER APPS SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784779333) |

## What reviewers say

### iDataSafe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idatasafe-data-manager/id545288607)

Securely store and manage all your confidential information with a single password. Encrypts data using AES-256 and offers customizable groups for easy organization. Syncs across all your Apple devices and supports biometric authentication.

**Highlights:** AES-256 encryption, Single master password, Customizable groups and fields, Cross-device iCloud sync, Fingerprint/Face ID authentication, Dropbox cloud backup, Data export

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited number of records | $8.99 | one-time |


### Network Toolbox Net security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-toolbox-net-security/id651691453)

Analyze local and public networks for security issues and misconfigurations with over 50 tools. Features include IP scanning, port scanning, exploit tests, and SHODAN integration to expose online devices.

**Highlights:** WiFi Network IP scanning, Port scanning, SHODAN scan engine, Security exploit tests, Device information, NS-Lookup with domain info, Visual Traceroute

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wekkly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $79.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Comprehensive networking tools
- 🚀 Powerful and efficient
- 💡 Excellent learning resource
- 🔒 Helps identify security issues
- 👍 User-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Privacy concerns with new ownership
- 💰 Switched to subscription model
- 🐛 Stability issues after updates
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
- 🔒 Tracking and data collection

**Reported bugs**

- Bluetooth configuration issues
- Unreliable website links
- Freezing and crashing on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- More advanced network scanning capabilities
- Improved documentation and tutorials
- Restore previous one-time purchase model


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iDataSafe free?

iDataSafe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Network Toolbox Net security free?

Network Toolbox Net security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iDataSafe or Network Toolbox Net security?

Network Toolbox Net security is rated higher. iDataSafe averages 3.9 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Network Toolbox Net security averages 4.6 from 3.3K ratings.

### Do iDataSafe or Network Toolbox Net security have ads?

Network Toolbox Net security shows ads; iDataSafe does not.

### Which is updated more often, iDataSafe or Network Toolbox Net security?

iDataSafe ships an update every 2 months, and Network Toolbox Net security every 2 months. Most recently, iDataSafe was updated on October 1, 2026 and Network Toolbox Net security on October 1, 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.*