# Network Analyzer vs TP

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Network Analyzer at none against TP's 15. TP's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (158K vs 6.8K). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TP sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Network Analyzer asks for nothing beyond the download.

TP holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TP has 158K ratings behind it against 6.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of Network Analyzer's written reviews are positive against 95% of TP's.

Network Analyzer ships an update monthly, TP fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Analyzer | TP |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-analyzer-wifi-scan/id562315041/reviews) | **[4.8 (158K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tp-link-tether/id599496594/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6.8K | **158K** |
| Positive reviews | 90.6% of reviews | **95.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#34** |
| Size | 15 MB | 363 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Techet](https://appshunter.io/developer/401457168) | [TP-Link Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713842892) |

## What reviewers say

### Network Analyzer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-analyzer-wifi-scan/id562315041)

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick and easy to use
- 👍 Helpful for network troubleshooting
- 🔒 Provides network security insights
- 💡 Useful for identifying connected devices
- 👍 Accurate and reliable information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Some functionality removed in recent updates
- 🔒 Limited access to device details due to iOS restrictions
- 💸 Ads in free version can be intrusive
- 🔋 Concerns about data privacy and sharing

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### TP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tp-link-tether/id599496594)

**Currently charting:** #34 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily manage your TP-Link routers, DSL modems, and range extenders from your mobile device. Set up your network, control access, and monitor connected clients with an intuitive interface. Features include parental controls, LED management, and device blocking.

**Highlights:** Network setup (SSID, password, internet settings), Block unauthorized users, Manage client device permissions, Parental control with scheduling and URL filtering, Range extender placement guidance, LED control, Simultaneous device management

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Adv Parental Controls Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Security+ Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Adv Parental Controls Yearly | $17.99 | per year |
| Security+ | $35.99 | per year |
| Security+ | $35.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $54.99 | per year |
| TP-Link On-the-Go Antivirus | $109.99 | per year |
| Total Security Package | $129.99 | per year |
| Total Security | $159.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy setup
- 👍 User friendly
- 👍 Simple and easy
- 👍 Awesome tech
- 👍 Top wifi

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Set up not clear
- 🐛 Fairly straight forward
- 🐛 Workroom
- 🐛 Dark Mode
- 🐛 Unable to login

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Can't set date and time
- Client icons don't save when changed
- Parental controls not working

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard
- Manual configuration
- More advanced configuration options
- IFTTT functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Analyzer free?

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

### Is TP free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Network Analyzer or TP?

TP is rated higher. Network Analyzer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 6.8K ratings, while TP averages 4.8 from 158K ratings.

### Do Network Analyzer or TP have ads?

Network Analyzer shows ads; TP does not.

### Which is updated more often, Network Analyzer or TP?

Network Analyzer ships an update monthly, and TP fortnightly. Most recently, Network Analyzer was updated on September 27, 2026 and TP on September 27, 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.*