Comparison

iPerfman vs iPerf3 Client & Server

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Bandwidth measurement
  • Speedometer and speed chart
  • LAN network testing
  • Customizable test parameters
  • UDP mode performance testing
  • Bandwidth limiting simulation
Features
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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

About

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.

Highlights
  • Client and server modes
  • TCP/UDP tests
  • Advanced test controls
  • Shortcuts automation
  • Saved server profiles
  • History with charts
  • Detailed network metrics
Features
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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.

Screenshots

iPerfman2 screens
iPerf3 Client & Server4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
iPerfman versus iPerf3 Client & Server: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriPerfmaniPerf3 Client & Server
PriceFree — better$6.99
Rating4.5 (4 ratings)4.9 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings49 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer伟 葛Vladimir Chemeris

Customer experience

iPerfman

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative16.7%

iPerf3 Client & Server

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

iPerfman

One-time2
  • Lifetime Pro$1.99
  • Lifetime Pro$2.99
None

iPerf3 Client & Server

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iPerfman free?
iPerfman is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iPerf3 Client & Server free?
iPerf3 Client & Server costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iPerfman or iPerf3 Client & Server?
iPerf3 Client & Server is rated higher. iPerfman averages 4.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while iPerf3 Client & Server averages 4.9 from 9 ratings.
Do iPerfman or iPerf3 Client & Server have ads?
Neither iPerfman nor iPerf3 Client & Server shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iPerfman or iPerf3 Client & Server?
iPerfman ships an update every 6 weeks, and iPerf3 Client & Server every 5 days. Most recently, iPerfman was updated on October 6, 2026 and iPerf3 Client & Server on October 9, 2026.

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