Comparison

iCurlHTTP vs APN Settings

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iCurlHTTP

Test web server responses with cURL-like functionality on your iPhone or iPad. Simulate various browsers and inspect raw HTTP headers and HTML. Analyze network performance with detailed timing information.

Highlights
  • Simulate browser user-agents
  • Inspect raw HTTP headers and HTML
  • Support for GET, HEAD, POST, PUT, DELETE, OPTIONS, TRACE requests
  • SSL support with certificate info
  • History of tested URLs
  • Detailed HTTP timing analysis
  • HTTP/2 and IPv4/IPv6 support
Features
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HTTP Web Server Response Diagnostic Tool - Curl for iPhone and iPad iCurlHTTP is a simple, easy to use app that allows you to run MacOS/Linux-like cURL tests against URLs. It can simulate different web browsers (user-agents) to retrieve the raw HTTP headers and HTML response from web servers. ** GET, HEAD & POST Requests (GET, HEAD, POST, PUT, DELETE, OPTIONS and TRACE on iPad) ** SSL Support - https requests with basic certificate and handshake information ** Keeps a history of URLs tested with HEADER and POST data and provides them in a dropdown for easy repeated testing ** Simulates curl, iPhone, iPad, Safari, IE, Chrome and custom user-agent browsers ** Simple single-view interface with realtime result screen. ** iPhone and iPad support ** Verbose and Basic Detail ** HTTP Timing Details (Name Lookup, TCP Connect, SSL Handshake, First Byte and Total) ** Set custom User-Agent, Host Headers, Timeouts, HTTP Authentication, SSL Mode and POST Data ** Share Feature to send output to Clipboard, Printer and Email ** HTTP/2 Support ** IPv4 and IPv6 DNS Resolution with Option for Manual Address Resolution (via HOST:PORT:ADDRESS)

About

APN Settings

This utility helps users find and configure correct APN settings for their mobile operator worldwide. It provides a global database to troubleshoot mobile data, MMS, and network connectivity issues.

Highlights
  • Global APN database by country and operator
  • Search APN settings by operator or type
  • Auto-detect APN for installed SIM
  • Constantly updated user-submitted APNs
  • Lightweight and simple interface
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An APN (Access Point Name) connects your mobile network (2G, 3G, 4G, 5G) to the internet. If your phone has incorrect APN settings, you may face issues with mobile data, MMS, or network connectivity. APN Settings helps you quickly find and configure the correct APN for your mobile operator - anywhere in the world. Key Features: 1. Browse APN settings by country and operator. 2. Search APN settings by operator name or APN type. 3. Auto-detect APN for your installed SIM card. Why Use APN Settings? 1. Huge, global database covering almost every mobile operator. 2. Constantly updated with new APNs submitted by our users. 3. Quick, simple, and lightweight interface. Disclaimer: This app cannot automatically change your APN settings. It only provides correct information, you must update your APN manually via your phone’s settings.

Screenshots

iCurlHTTP4 screens
APN Settings4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iCurlHTTP at 84% against APN Settings's 31%. iCurlHTTP also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.2) and device support (4 vs 2). APN Settings's advantage is monetization model (free vs paid) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iCurlHTTP holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 30 and 18 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of iCurlHTTP's written reviews are positive against 31% of APN Settings's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCurlHTTP ships an update every 7 months, APN Settings every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 18, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iCurlHTTP versus APN Settings: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCurlHTTPAPN Settings
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (30 ratings) — better2.2 (18 ratings)
Positive reviews84.4% of reviews — better30.8% of reviews
Number of ratings30 — better18
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB11 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperJason CoxNATUREWEB LLP

Customer experience

iCurlHTTP

All ratings30 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive84.4%
Neutral6.7%
Negative8.9%

APN Settings

All ratings18 ratings
Positive27.8%
Neutral5.6%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive30.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative69.2%

In-app purchases

None

iCurlHTTP

No in-app purchases

None

APN Settings

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iCurlHTTP free?
iCurlHTTP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is APN Settings free?
APN Settings is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iCurlHTTP or APN Settings?
iCurlHTTP is rated higher. iCurlHTTP averages 4.4 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while APN Settings averages 2.2 from 18 ratings.
Do iCurlHTTP or APN Settings have ads?
Neither iCurlHTTP nor APN Settings shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iCurlHTTP or APN Settings?
iCurlHTTP ships an update every 7 months, and APN Settings every 3 weeks. Most recently, iCurlHTTP was updated on August 18, 2026 and APN Settings on September 27, 2026.

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