# Network Utility vs Covered

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Network Utility at 81% against Covered's 35%. Network Utility also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 46 months). Covered's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Network Utility sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Covered sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Network Utility holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Utility has 625 ratings behind it against 46, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Network Utility's written reviews are positive against 35% of Covered's.

Network Utility ships an update every 2 months, Covered every 46 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Utility | Covered |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (625 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-utility/id573021799/reviews)** | [3.0 (46 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/covered-5g-4g-lte-coverage/id1248884717/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **625** | 46 |
| Positive reviews | **80.8% of reviews** | 35.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 46 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fausto Ristagno](https://appshunter.io/developer/482102205) | [Donovan Lewis](https://appshunter.io/developer/301044643) |

## What reviewers say

### Network Utility

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-utility/id573021799)

This app provides a comprehensive suite of network analysis tools for your device. Monitor data usage, scan your local network, perform DNS lookups, and get detailed IP information. Export results and utilize widgets for quick access to network stats.

**Highlights:** Network Information, Cellular Data Monitor, LAN Scanner, Ping Tool, Geo IP Lookup, DNS Lookup (DIG, NSLOOKUP), Domain WHOIS, Widgets

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🔒 Helpful for network security
- 💡 Comprehensive set of tools
- 🔥 Excellent value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Concerns about data tracking
- 🔋 High data usage
- 💰 Pro version paywall for some features

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect IP address detection
- Ping feature not working as expected
- Inability to change subnet mask

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved IPv6 support
- Ability to reset data usage
- More detailed network information


### Covered

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/covered-5g-4g-lte-coverage/id1248884717)

Discover wireless network speeds in your area. Check 5G and 4G LTE performance for different carriers, view individual speed tests on a map, and see average download, upload, and ping data. Plan your moves and travels with confidence.

**Highlights:** 5G and 4G LTE speed tests, View individual speed tests on map, Average download, upload, and ping data, Adjustable search radius (2-90 miles), Intuitive UI for US locations, Fast and Slow result indicator

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Permanent removal of advertising | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Utility free?

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

### Is Covered free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Network Utility or Covered?

Network Utility is rated higher. Network Utility averages 4.6 out of 5 from 625 ratings, while Covered averages 3.0 from 46 ratings.

### Do Network Utility or Covered have ads?

Both Network Utility and Covered show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Network Utility or Covered?

Network Utility ships an update every 2 months, and Covered every 46 months. Most recently, Network Utility was updated on September 24, 2026 and Covered on June 10, 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.*