# Network Utility vs iTerminal

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Network Utility at 81% against iTerminal's 59%. Network Utility also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (625 vs 117). iTerminal's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Network Utility sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and iTerminal 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 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Utility has 625 ratings behind it against 117, 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 59% of iTerminal's.

Network Utility ships an update every 2 months, iTerminal every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Utility | iTerminal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (625 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-utility/id573021799/reviews)** | [4.3 (117 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iterminal-ssh-telnet-client/id581455211/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **625** | 117 |
| Positive reviews | **80.9% of reviews** | 59.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 46 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) | [ComcSoft Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/413971334) |

## 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


### iTerminal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iterminal-ssh-telnet-client/id581455211)

This app provides a powerful and simple client for connecting to remote servers via SSH or Telnet on your iPhone and iPad. It supports various authentication methods, server list management, and secure key handling, making remote server access convenient.

**Highlights:** SSH and Telnet connection, Username/password and private key authentication, Server list management, iCloud sync for server info, Socks 5 Proxy support, Private key management, Bluetooth keyboard support

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Works well for basic tasks
- 💡 Useful for remote access
- 🔒 Secure SSH connections

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 💸 Aggressive monetization
- 📵 Disruptive ads
- 🔍 Limited functionality in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup
- Scrolling issues
- Unreliable SSH authentication
- Incompatibility with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode support
- Improved keyboard integration
- Customizable terminal settings
- Background connection support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Utility free?

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

### Is iTerminal free?

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

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

Network Utility is rated higher. Network Utility averages 4.6 out of 5 from 625 ratings, while iTerminal averages 4.3 from 117 ratings.

### Do Network Utility or iTerminal have ads?

Both Network Utility and iTerminal show ads.

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

Network Utility ships an update every 2 months, and iTerminal every 4 months. Most recently, Network Utility was updated on October 14, 2026 and iTerminal on October 11, 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.*