# Network Sniffer vs iCardVerify

The clearest difference is price: Network Sniffer at Free against iCardVerify's $1.99. Network Sniffer also leads on ratings volume (188 vs 6). iCardVerify's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Network Sniffer is free to download; iCardVerify costs $1.99 up front. Network Sniffer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iCardVerify asks for nothing beyond the download.

iCardVerify holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Sniffer has 188 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Network Sniffer's written reviews are positive against 100% of iCardVerify's.

Network Sniffer ships an update every 3 weeks, iCardVerify every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Sniffer | iCardVerify |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.5 (188 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-sniffer/id6450956188/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icardverify-card-validator/id6501961979/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **188** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 70.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #154 | **#49** |
| Size | 65 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CHENGDU MIAOZHI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1465440799) | [Adel Abdelmaseih](https://appshunter.io/developer/955372059) |

## What reviewers say

### Network Sniffer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-sniffer/id6450956188)

**Currently charting:** #154 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #209 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Analyze your device's network activity to understand app behavior. Identify which apps are connecting to the internet, their data usage, and potential privacy risks. Gain control over your network with detailed visual reports and advanced inspection tools.

**Highlights:** Deep network analysis with visual reports, Capture HTTP/HTTPS/WebSocket traffic, External proxy for custom inspection, JavaScript scripting for custom rules, Request replay and rewrite, Real-time speed and data usage widgets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Premium | $7.99 | one-time |


### iCardVerify

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icardverify-card-validator/id6501961979)

**Currently charting:** #49 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This tool generates and validates test credit card numbers for developers and QA professionals. It supports various card types and export formats, functioning offline for enhanced privacy and security.

**Highlights:** Generate test credit cards in batches, Validate major credit card types, Offline operation for privacy, Export to clipboard or PDF, Supports JSON, XML, and text formats, Works with Visa, Amex, Mastercard, JCB, and more

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Sniffer free?

Network Sniffer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is iCardVerify free?

iCardVerify costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Network Sniffer or iCardVerify?

iCardVerify is rated higher. Network Sniffer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 188 ratings, while iCardVerify averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do Network Sniffer or iCardVerify have ads?

Neither Network Sniffer nor iCardVerify shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Network Sniffer or iCardVerify?

Network Sniffer ships an update every 3 weeks, and iCardVerify every 5 weeks. Most recently, Network Sniffer was updated on September 23, 2026 and iCardVerify on September 14, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Network Sniffer or iCardVerify?

Network Sniffer currently peaks at #154 in the App Store charts, and iCardVerify at #49. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*