# Network Utility vs IoT Plug and Play

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Network Utility at 81% against IoT Plug and Play's 43%. Network Utility also leads on ratings volume (626 vs 22). IoT Plug and Play's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Network Utility sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. IoT Plug and Play asks for nothing beyond the download.

IoT Plug and Play holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Utility has 626 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 81% of Network Utility's written reviews are positive against 43% of IoT Plug and Play's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Utility | IoT Plug and Play |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (626 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-utility/id573021799/reviews) | **[5.0 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iot-plug-and-play/id1563783687/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **626** | 22 |
| Positive reviews | **80.9% of reviews** | 42.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 19 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **12.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fausto Ristagno](https://appshunter.io/developer/482102205) | [Microsoft Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/298856275) |

## 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


### IoT Plug and Play

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iot-plug-and-play/id1563783687)

Transform your phone into an Internet of Things (IoT) device. Connect to Azure IoT cloud to send device telemetry, receive commands, and manage device twins. Upload media directly to Azure storage.

**Highlights:** Connect to Azure IoT cloud, Send device telemetry (accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer), Send and receive commands, Manage device twin updates, Upload media to Azure storage

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Utility free?

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

### Is IoT Plug and Play free?

IoT Plug and Play is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Network Utility or IoT Plug and Play?

IoT Plug and Play is rated higher. Network Utility averages 4.6 out of 5 from 626 ratings, while IoT Plug and Play averages 5.0 from 22 ratings.

### Do Network Utility or IoT Plug and Play have ads?

Network Utility shows ads; IoT Plug and Play does not.

### Which is updated more often, Network Utility or IoT Plug and Play?

Network Utility ships an update every 2 months, and IoT Plug and Play every 2 months. Most recently, Network Utility was updated on October 16, 2026 and IoT Plug and Play 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.*