Comparison

Network Analyzer vs ai.Audio Controller

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

Head to head
About

Network Analyzer

Diagnose Wi-Fi and internet connectivity issues with a suite of network analysis tools. Discover devices on your LAN, test connectivity with ping and traceroute, and scan for open ports.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi LAN scanner
  • Device discovery
  • Ping and traceroute
  • Port scanner
  • DNS lookup
  • Network information display
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Network Analyzer is a free, easy-to-use network toolkit that turns your iPhone or iPad into a handy diagnostic instrument. Scan your network, discover every device connected to it, and troubleshoot connection problems in seconds - no technical background or extra hardware required. Built for curious home users and IT professionals alike, it packs a LAN device scanner, ping, traceroute, port scanner, DNS lookup, and whois into one clean, fast app. Try it for free, and upgrade to Network Analyzer Pro whenever you want advanced tools like traceroute visualization on the map, internet speed test, Wake on LAN, IP calculator, MAC address browser, and more. LAN scanner: - Fast and reliable detection of all network devices - IP addresses of all discovered devices - MAC addresses and vendor names of discovered devices - NetBIOS, mDNS (Bonjour), LLMNR, DNS, SNMP, and WS-Discovery name where available - Reachability (ping) test of discovered devices - IPv6 availability and discovered IPv6 addresses Ping & traceroute: - Round-trip delay including IP address and hostname for every network node - Country detection of the analyzed server - Support for both IPv4 and IPv6 Port scanner: - Scan common ports, custom port ranges, or the complete port range - Detection of closed, firewalled, and open ports - Description of the known open port services Whois: - Look up domains, IP addresses, and AS numbers - Support for both classic whois and the modern RDAP protocol DNS lookup: - Functionality similar to nslookup or dig - Query all record types at once or one specific type - Support for A, AAAA, CAA, CNAME, HINFO, LOC, MX, NAPTR, NS, PTR, SOA, SPF, SRV, SSHFP, TXT records Network information: - Default gateway, external IP (v4 and v6), DNS server, HTTP proxy - Wi-Fi network information such as SSID, BSSID, router vendor, security type, IP address (v4 and v6), and subnet mask - VPN, USB Ethernet, and personal hotspot connection details - Cell network information such as IP address and network type, with dual SIM support More: - Light and dark theme - Full IPv6 support everywhere - Detailed help - Regular updates

About

ai.Audio Controller

Control your ROTEL audio system with precision. Adjust volume, tone, and input, and sync power across multiple devices. Offers fine-tuned sensitivity and safety features for an enhanced listening experience.

Highlights
  • Volume, balance, and tone control
  • Sync power and dimming
  • Configurable max volume limit
  • Alternative button mode with haptic feedback
  • Multichannel/surround setup support
  • Automatic device detection
  • Widgets for scenes and monitoring
Features
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Audio Controller for ROTEL®. Control that matches your passion for sound. Please note: ROTEL® is a registered trademark. This app is an independent work and not affiliated with or endorsed by ROTEL®. Take charge of your ROTEL® system with an app designed for serious listeners. From effortless volume and input control to fine‑tuned balance and tone adjustments, Audio Controller puts precision in your pocket or wrist. Now you can sync power and dim up to three additional devices with your main unit, set safe volume limit to protect your gear and ears, and enjoy smoother response with alternative button controls and haptic feedback. Whether it’s stereo purity or multichannel immersion, your system has never been easier to command. Why you’ll love it: - Control your ROTEL pre/amp from iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch - Sync power and dimming across multiple devices - Fine‑grade sensitivity for volume, balance, and tone - Configurable max volume for safe listening - Alternative button mode with haptic feedback - Expanded support for multichannel/surround setups - Automatic detection and quick setup - Widgets for scenes and monitoring Upgrade from the free version to unlock full functionality and experience your system without limits. Free version limitations (removable via in‑app purchase): - Inputs revert after 2 seconds - Volume capped at 14 - Bass/treble limited to ±3 - Speaker B can only be deactivated - Dimmer limited to level 3 - Transport controls emit STOP command Applied Standard Apple Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Network Analyzer4 screens
ai.Audio Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Network Analyzer at 4.6 against ai.Audio Controller's 2.5. Network Analyzer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (6.9K vs 2). ai.Audio Controller's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. ai.Audio Controller sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Network Analyzer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Network Analyzer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Analyzer has 6.9K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Network Analyzer ships an update monthly, ai.Audio Controller every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Network Analyzer versus ai.Audio Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetwork Analyzerai.Audio Controller
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (6.9K ratings) — better2.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews90.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings6.9K — better2
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTechetNarcyz Adamus

Bugs and requests

Network Analyzer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Occasional crashes or freezes
  • Inaccurate speed test results
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • More advanced network analysis tools
  • Ability to block unauthorized devices
  • Real-time network monitoring and alerts
  • Improved dark mode compatibility

ai.Audio Controller

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Network Analyzer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ai.Audio Controller

One-time1
  • Full Functionality$14.99

Questions

Is Network Analyzer free?
Network Analyzer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ai.Audio Controller free?
ai.Audio Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Network Analyzer or ai.Audio Controller?
Network Analyzer is rated higher. Network Analyzer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 6.9K ratings, while ai.Audio Controller averages 2.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Network Analyzer or ai.Audio Controller have ads?
Network Analyzer shows ads; ai.Audio Controller does not.
Which is updated more often, Network Analyzer or ai.Audio Controller?
Network Analyzer ships an update monthly, and ai.Audio Controller every 5 months. Most recently, Network Analyzer was updated on October 31, 2026 and ai.Audio Controller on October 27, 2026.

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