# Network Utility vs App Iris

The clearest difference is ads: App Iris at none against Network Utility's shown. App Iris also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Network Utility's advantage is ratings volume (625 vs 3). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Network Utility sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and App Iris sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

App Iris holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Utility has 625 ratings behind it against 3, 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 100% of App Iris's.

Network Utility ships an update every 2 months, App Iris weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Utility | App Iris |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (625 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-utility/id573021799/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-iris/id6759580534/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **625** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 80.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 19 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Fausto Ristagno](https://appshunter.io/developer/482102205) | [Auxiris LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879629872) |

## 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


### App Iris

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-iris/id6759580534)

Investigate your device's app activity with detailed logs. Uncover network connections, microphone/camera usage, and compare app behavior to privacy policies. Export data for analysis or network blocking.

**Highlights:** Search and filter app events, Correlate device and network activity, Identify connection ownership and location, Compare app behavior to privacy policies, Track microphone and camera usage, Export data for analysis and blocklists

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Personal Edition (1 Month) | $5.99 | per month |
| Pro Edition (1 Month) | $7.99 | per month |
| Personal Edition (12 Months) | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro Edition (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Utility free?

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

### Is App Iris free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Network Utility or App Iris?

App Iris is rated higher. Network Utility averages 4.6 out of 5 from 625 ratings, while App Iris averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Network Utility or App Iris have ads?

Network Utility shows ads; App Iris does not.

### Which is updated more often, Network Utility or App Iris?

Network Utility ships an update every 2 months, and App Iris weekly. Most recently, Network Utility was updated on November 1, 2026 and App Iris on October 31, 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.*