Comparison

iPerfman vs Throughput

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

Throughput

Features
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Test network throughput between your device and an iPerf3 server. View upload and download speeds with smooth gauges and live charts, including average speed and a sustained one-second peak. FREE CLIENT FEATURES • Upload, download, or both in sequence • TCP and UDP, configurable duration, parallel streams, port, and UDP bitrate • Local server discovery with hostnames when available • Public server browser on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV, with cached listings from iperf3serverlist.net and port-range retry options • Continuous testing with a 10-second pause between runs • Background client testing on iPhone and iPad while iOS allows execution • Live Activity with speed, direction, progress, and a chart • Apple TV remote controls and a layout designed for the TV • Native Mac app with a live menu bar gauge SERVER & HISTORY — OPTIONAL ONE-TIME PURCHASE Unlock server mode and saved history on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV, plus saved history on Apple Watch, using the same Apple Account. • Run an iPerf3 server from the Server tab on iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV • See incoming test gauges and charts, and review completed server results during the current app session • Save completed client tests, inspect charts and results, and reuse test settings • Export saved results as JSON on iPhone and iPad GETTING STARTED Run iperf3 -s on another computer, then enter its hostname or IP address in the app. Compatible local servers can also be discovered automatically, or choose Configure > Public servers to browse internet servers. Public server availability varies. An iPerf3 server is required for native client tests; iperf2 and authenticated servers are not supported. UDP measures delivery at your chosen target bitrate. Each direction begins with a one-second warm-up before measurements appear. Server mode runs while the Server tab is open. iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV servers require the foreground; the Mac server can keep running while hidden. Background client execution is controlled by iOS and can be stopped by the system. Apple TV client tests require the app to remain in the foreground. APPLE WATCH Run HTTP upload and download tests against this app’s enhanced server mode, with charts, queue positions, latency, and optional saved history. Open the iPhone app to share discovered servers or its own running server. Tap a server on Watch to run a 15-second upload and download test with four connections. Both gauges and charts fit on one screen. watchOS may route traffic through the paired iPhone; results may not represent a direct Watch Wi-Fi connection. HTTP measures TCP payload throughput and does not measure UDP loss or UDP jitter. Keep the Watch app open during tests. No app account, advertising, or analytics. Test traffic goes directly to your selected server. History stays on each device and does not sync; Apple TV may purge cached charts. Purchases are handled by Apple. Powered by the open-source ESnet iPerf3 engine.

Screenshots

iPerfman2 screens
Throughput1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Throughput at daily against iPerfman's every 3 weeks. iPerfman's advantage is device support (5 vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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. iPerfman sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Throughput sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iPerfman ships an update every 3 weeks, Throughput daily. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iPerfman versus Throughput: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriPerfmanThroughput
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer伟 葛Yet to be Named Enterprise

In-app purchases

2 purchases

iPerfman

One-time2
  • Lifetime Pro$1.99
  • Lifetime Pro$2.99
1 purchases

Throughput

One-time1
  • Server & History$1.99

Questions

Is iPerfman free?
iPerfman is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Throughput free?
Throughput is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iPerfman or Throughput have ads?
Neither iPerfman nor Throughput shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iPerfman or Throughput?
iPerfman ships an update every 3 weeks, and Throughput daily. Most recently, iPerfman was updated on October 24, 2026 and Throughput on October 17, 2026.

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