Comparison

Teak Browser vs NetPulse

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

Head to head
About

Teak Browser

This browser offers a streamlined and private web experience with built-in ad blocking, user script support, and multiple search engine options. It features a minimalist design, reading mode, and PDF generation for enhanced productivity and focused content consumption.

Highlights
  • User script support (Tampermonkey/Violentmonkey)
  • Built-in ad blocker
  • Multiple search engine options
  • Web page dark mode
  • Reading mode for focused content
  • PDF generation
  • iCloud bookmark sync
Features
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Teak Browser is a powerful iOS browser built for Userscripts. Run Userscripts directly on iPhone and iPad with desktop-class flexibility. Fully compatible with Tampermonkey and Violentmonkey, and supports AdGuard rules for advanced content blocking. Simple, fast, private, and designed for power users. Core Features • Full Userscript support • Compatible with Tampermonkey and Violentmonkey • AdGuard compatible content blocking • Built-in adblock plus • Privacy protection and tracking prevention • Support setting as system default browser • No push notifications, no news feed, no ads • Start in milliseconds Browsing Experience • Web page dark mode • Reading mode for immersive reading • Built-in translation for hundreds of languages • Desktop/mobile site switching • Prevent automatic jumps to App Store • Prevent automatic jumps to other apps • In-page search: find text within web pages • Pull down to refresh web pages • Scheduled refresh • Multiple search engines: Google, Bing, Brave, DuckDuckGo, Yahoo, Baidu, Startpage, and more Media & Productivity • Video Picture-in-Picture • Easy PDF generation • Print and create PDF • View picture mode • Batch save and share pictures • Perfect support for long-press menus • Convenient sharing and downloading iPhone & iPad Optimized • Perfect for iOS 26 • Perfect for iPadOS 26 • iPad multi-window support • Split-screen and Stage Manager support • iPhone address bar supports top and bottom positioning Customization • Minimalist homepage • Custom wallpapers • Customize immersive wallpapers • URL shortcut input • Quickly open and copy URLs Sync & Privacy • iCloud bookmark sync • Private / incognito browsing • No browsing history, cookies, or cache saved in incognito mode • Synced bookmarks and data are stored in your private iCloud database • Teak never uploads your passwords or browsing activity QR Features • Scan QR codes with front and rear cameras • Recognize QR codes from images • Generate QR codes for links Why Teak Browser Unlike traditional mobile browsers, Teak Browser gives you more control over the web. Install Userscripts, customize websites, improve productivity, and browse with desktop-level flexibility on iOS. Teak Pro Subscription • Monthly, Yearly plans available • Payment charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Manage subscriptions in Apple ID Account Settings • Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited after purchase Terms of Use: https://teakbrowser.app/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://teakbrowser.app/privacy/ Contact Email: teakapp@outlook.com

About

NetPulse

A powerful network diagnostic suite for professionals. It offers advanced tools like ping, traceroute, DNS queries, and LAN scanning to troubleshoot and analyze network performance. Features include one-tap audits, visual traceroutes, and detailed history logs.

Highlights
  • One-tap network audits (Ping, TCP, DNS, Traceroute)
  • Visual traceroute with IP geolocation
  • LAN and Port scanning
  • Detailed DNS record querying
  • HTTP request inspection
  • Global service latency testing
  • Professional speed tests
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NetPulse - The High-Performance Network Diagnostic Suite Designed for network engineers, sysadmins, and developers, NetPulse provides a comprehensive "Swiss Army Knife" for troubleshooting and performance analysis. 【Advanced Diagnostics】 • One-Tap Audit: Run Ping, TCP, DNS, and Traceroute simultaneously to locate bottlenecks instantly. • Pro Ping: High-precision latency testing with customizable packet size and intervals. • Visual Traceroute: Trace paths with per-hop latency and IP geolocation. 【Network & Security Tools】 • LAN Scanner: Discover all devices on your subnet; view IP/MAC and vendor info. • Port Scanner: Batch scan TCP/UDP ports to verify service availability. • DNS Deep-Dive: Query A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, and NS records with custom server support. 【Performance & App Testing】 • HTTP Request Tool: Inspect status codes, headers, and response body metrics. • Service Latency: Real-time access testing for global platforms (GitHub, Netflix, YouTube). • Professional Speed Test: Measure bandwidth, jitter, and packet loss with industry accuracy. 【System & Intelligence】 • IP/MAC Lookup: Instant geolocation and manufacturer OUI data. • History & Analytics: Auto-save test records with detailed filtering and 14-day auto-cleanup. Why Choose NetPulse? • No Bloat: Only 7MB. • Pro UI: Dark Mode & optimized for technical workflows. • Privacy First: No tracking, no ads. This app uses the Apple Standard End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Teak Browser4 screens
NetPulse4 screens

Verdict

The call

Teak Browser and NetPulse both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 71% of Teak Browser's written reviews are positive against 33% of NetPulse's. Teak Browser also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium) and ratings volume (43 vs 13). NetPulse's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days). On price, rating, 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. Teak Browser sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and NetPulse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Teak Browser against 4.4 for NetPulse. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 43 and 13 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Teak Browser's written reviews are positive against 33% of NetPulse's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Teak Browser ships an update every 10 days, NetPulse every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Teak Browser versus NetPulse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTeak BrowserNetPulse
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (43 ratings) — better4.4 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings43 — better13
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB12 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer阳 刘金琛 张

Customer experience

Teak Browser

All ratings43 ratings
Positive86.0%
Neutral2.3%
Negative11.6%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral11.4%
Negative17.1%

NetPulse

All ratings10 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Teak Browser

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month$0.991 Month
  • 1 Year7 Days trial$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Subscription$6.99
3 purchases

NetPulse

Subscriptions2
  • NetToolBox Premium (Quarterly)$2.993 Months
  • Yearly Pro$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$29.99

Questions

Is Teak Browser free?
Teak Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NetPulse free?
NetPulse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Teak Browser or NetPulse?
Teak Browser is rated higher. Teak Browser averages 4.5 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while NetPulse averages 4.4 from 13 ratings.
Do Teak Browser or NetPulse have ads?
Neither Teak Browser nor NetPulse shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Teak Browser or NetPulse?
Teak Browser ships an update every 10 days, and NetPulse every 4 days. Most recently, Teak Browser was updated on October 16, 2026 and NetPulse on October 1, 2026.

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