# Network Utility vs RTR

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RTR at none against Network Utility's 1. RTR also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Network Utility's advantage is ratings volume (625 vs 1) and review sentiment (81% vs 60%). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

RTR 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 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 81% of Network Utility's written reviews are positive against 60% of RTR'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 September 24, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Utility | RTR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (625 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-utility/id573021799/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rtr-netztest/id724321403/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **625** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **80.8% of reviews** | 60.0% 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 | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fausto Ristagno](https://appshunter.io/developer/482102205) | [RTR-GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/724321406) |

## 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


### RTR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rtr-netztest/id724321403)

Measure your internet connection's speed, ping, and signal strength. It also tests quality parameters like VoIP and web page loading. View results on a map and analyze historical data.

**Highlights:** Internet speed testing (upload, download, ping), Quality parameter testing (VoIP, web page), Signal strength measurement, Map view of test results, Historical data analysis, Automatic test repetition (loop mode)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Utility free?

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

### Is RTR free?

RTR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

RTR is rated higher. Network Utility averages 4.6 out of 5 from 625 ratings, while RTR averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Network Utility or RTR have ads?

Network Utility shows ads; RTR does not.

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

Network Utility ships an update every 2 months, and RTR every 2 months. Most recently, Network Utility was updated on September 24, 2026 and RTR on September 9, 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.*