Comparison

iNetTools vs iNet for iPad Network Scanner

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iNetTools

This app offers a comprehensive set of network diagnostic tools for iPhone and iPad. It includes essential utilities like Ping, DNS Lookup, Trace Route, and Port Scan to help users identify and resolve network issues.

Highlights
  • Ping
  • DNS Lookup
  • Trace Route
  • Port Scan
  • Whois
  • Server Monitor
  • Lan Scan
Features
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iNetTools is a suite of network diagnose tools on iPhone and iPad. It provides essential tools such as Ping, DNS Lookup, Trace Route, Port Scan, Whois, Server Monitor, and Lan Scan. Supported features include: - Universal App supporting both iPhone and iPad. Supports both IPv4 and IPv6. - Tools include: Ping, DNS Lookup, Trace Route, Port Scan, Whois, Server Monitor, and Lan Scan. - Support Server List for frequently used servers. - Support Recent Tasks for recent executed tasks. With its simple interfaces, iNetTools provides the easiest way to diagnose your network problems on iPhone and iPad.  If you have any questions, please feel free to visit: http://www.comcsoft.com/Portfolio/our_apps/iNetTools/iNetTools_overview.php.

About

iNet for iPad Network Scanner

Discover all devices connected to your network, analyze running services, and manage your network with ease. This tool allows you to identify devices, view their details, and even remotely control Macs. It's designed for both technical experts and everyday users seeking network visibility and control.

Highlights
  • Identify all connected devices
  • View IP and MAC addresses
  • Customize devices with names and icons
  • Monitor Bonjour services
  • Wake on LAN for Macs and PCs
  • Remote Mac control (sleep, shutdown, restart)
  • Export scan results
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. 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 iPhone version.

Screenshots

iNetTools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: iNetTools at Free against iNet for iPad Network Scanner's $9.99. iNetTools also leads on ratings volume (5.7K vs 84) and review sentiment (68% vs 54%). iNet for iPad Network Scanner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On rating and update cadence 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

iNetTools is free to download; iNet for iPad Network Scanner costs $9.99 up front. iNetTools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iNet for iPad Network Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iNetTools holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iNetTools has 5.7K ratings behind it against 84, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of iNetTools's written reviews are positive against 54% of iNet for iPad Network Scanner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iNetTools ships an update every 3 months, iNet for iPad Network Scanner every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
iNetTools versus iNet for iPad Network Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriNetToolsiNet for iPad Network Scanner
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating4.6 (5.7K ratings) — better4.4 (84 ratings)
Positive reviews67.7% of reviews — better54.2% of reviews
Number of ratings5.7K — better84
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB77 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperComcSoft CorporationBananaGlue GmbH

Customer experience

iNetTools

All ratings5,680 ratings
Positive89.6%
Neutral3.4%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews827 reviews
Positive67.7%
Neutral5.4%
Negative26.8%

iNet for iPad Network Scanner

All ratings84 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral2.4%
Negative10.7%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive54.2%
Neutral4.2%
Negative41.7%

Bugs and requests

iNetTools

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Traceroute and ping not working
  • DNS lookup not resolving correctly
  • Crashes and freezes on certain devices
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS versions
  • Incorrect network information displayed

Requested features

5 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • More advanced network diagnostics
  • Customizable scan options
  • Background scanning and monitoring
  • Integration with other network tools

iNet for iPad Network Scanner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iNetTools

One-time1
  • Premium$4.99
None

iNet for iPad Network Scanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iNetTools free?
iNetTools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iNet for iPad Network Scanner free?
iNet for iPad Network Scanner costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iNetTools or iNet for iPad Network Scanner?
iNetTools is rated higher. iNetTools averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5.7K ratings, while iNet for iPad Network Scanner averages 4.4 from 84 ratings.
Do iNetTools or iNet for iPad Network Scanner have ads?
iNetTools shows ads; iNet for iPad Network Scanner does not.
Which is updated more often, iNetTools or iNet for iPad Network Scanner?
iNetTools ships an update every 3 months, and iNet for iPad Network Scanner every 2 months. Most recently, iNetTools was updated on October 30, 2026 and iNet for iPad Network Scanner on October 26, 2026.

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