iPerfman vs iPerf3 Client & Server
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iPerfman
This utility measures maximum achievable bandwidth on IP networks across Apple platforms. It offers a beautiful speedometer and speed chart, allowing for LAN testing and advanced parameter adjustments to simulate network conditions.
- Bandwidth measurement
- Speedometer and speed chart
- LAN network testing
- Customizable test parameters
- UDP mode performance testing
- Bandwidth limiting simulation
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iPerfman measures network performance between your device and a compatible iperf3 server. Run TCP or UDP tests on iPhone, iPad and Mac. The free version allows three tests per day; Pro unlocks unlimited tests and advanced controls. Measure and investigate: - Test upload, download or both directions, with separate results for each direction. - Follow throughput in live charts. View UDP jitter and packet loss, TCP retransmissions, and round-trip time when those measurements are available. - Save completed tests with their configuration and interval results, then rerun a test or review its history. - Choose an IPv4/IPv6 interface when running a server, or listen on all interfaces. Unlock Pro with a monthly or yearly subscription, or a one-time Lifetime purchase. Pro adds unlimited daily tests, advanced iperf3 parameters, comparison of saved results, and full report export. The yearly subscription includes a seven-day free trial for eligible customers. Existing Lifetime purchases remain valid. iPerfman uses iperf3 3.21 through IperfSwift. A compatible server or second device is required for a network test; this is not an internet speed-test service. The Apple TV app uses a separate interface and has a different feature set. Privacy Policy: https://iperfman.com/en/privacy Terms of Use: https://iperfman.com/en/terms Support: https://iperfman.com/en/support
iPerf3 Client & Server
Measure real network throughput across Wi-Fi, cellular, VPN, or LAN. This tool helps compare network devices, validate changes, and identify bottlenecks with detailed metrics and advanced controls. It requires access to an iPerf3 server.
- Client and server modes
- TCP/UDP tests
- Advanced test controls
- Shortcuts automation
- Saved server profiles
- History with charts
- Detailed network metrics
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Requires access to an iPerf3 server (local, VPN, or remote). This is not a general Internet speed test. iPerf3 Client & Server brings the standard iPerf3 tool to iPhone and iPad with a clean, native UI. One purchase also unlocks the Mac version. Measure real throughput across Wi-Fi, cellular, VPN, or LAN. Compare routers and access points, validate ISP or VPN changes, and find bottlenecks. Key features: - Client and server modes - TCP/UDP tests, including bidirectional and reverse - Advanced controls: duration, parallel streams, bandwidth caps, window size, MTU - Shortcuts automation + x-callback-url for power users - Saved server profiles and favorites - History with charts and CSV/JSON export - Detailed metrics: throughput, latency, jitter, packet loss Automate repeatable workflows with Apple Shortcuts or x-callback-url (run tests, fetch results, and chain actions). Built for network engineers, sysadmins, and power users who need accurate, repeatable results.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: iPerfman at Free against iPerf3 Client & Server's $6.99. iPerfman also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 50%) and device support (5 vs 3). iPerf3 Client & Server's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks). On ratings volume, ads and iOS requirement 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
iPerfman is free to download; iPerf3 Client & Server costs $6.99 up front. iPerfman sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. iPerf3 Client & Server asks for nothing beyond the download.
iPerf3 Client & Server holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 9 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of iPerfman's written reviews are positive against 50% of iPerf3 Client & Server's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
iPerfman ships an update every 6 weeks, iPerf3 Client & Server every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iPerfman | iPerf3 Client & Server |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $6.99 |
| Rating | 4.5 (4 ratings) | 4.9 (9 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 9 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 71 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 伟 葛 | Vladimir Chemeris |
Customer experience
iPerfman
iPerf3 Client & Server
In-app purchases
iPerfman
- Lifetime Pro$1.99
- Lifetime Pro$2.99
iPerf3 Client & Server
No in-app purchases
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