# Network Utility vs NetScanPro

The clearest difference is ads: NetScanPro at none against Network Utility's shown. NetScanPro also leads on update cadence (every 2 days 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 NetScanPro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NetScanPro 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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Utility | NetScanPro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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/netscanpro-network-scanner/id6762677151/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **625** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 80.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 19 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fausto Ristagno](https://appshunter.io/developer/482102205) | [Fogarty Holdings LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1891153306) |

## 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


### NetScanPro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netscanpro-network-scanner/id6762677151)

This tool transforms your iPhone into a powerful Wi-Fi network scanner. It helps you discover devices, identify open services, and understand potential security risks on your network, with all data processed locally on your device.

**Highlights:** Device discovery via multiple methods, Port scanning with plain-language descriptions, Network security summary, Network-aware scanning with per-network history, Privacy-first, on-device processing, PDF report export (Pro)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NetScanPro Pro | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Utility free?

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

### Is NetScanPro free?

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

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

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

### Do Network Utility or NetScanPro have ads?

Network Utility shows ads; NetScanPro does not.

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

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