iPerf Tools vs iPerf3 Client & Server
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iPerf Tools
This tool measures network bandwidth using the iPerf3 library. It supports TCP, SCTP, and UDP protocols, providing detailed reports on bandwidth, jitter, and packet loss across multiple platforms.
- iPerf3 library support
- TCP, SCTP, and UDP testing
- Bandwidth, jitter, and loss reporting
- Cross-platform compatibility
- Multiple simultaneous connections
- Configurable test duration
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iPerf features * Use the up to date iPerf3 library (3.13) * TCP and SCTP Measure bandwidth Report MSS/MTU size and observed read sizes. Support for TCP window size via socket buffers. * UDP Client can create UDP streams of specified bandwidth. Measure packet loss Measure delay jitter Multicast capable * Cross-platform: Windows, Linux, Android, MacOS X, FreeBSD, OpenBSD, NetBSD, VxWorks, Solaris,... * Client and server can have multiple simultaneous connections. * Server handles multiple connections, rather than quitting after a single test. * Can run for specified time. * Print periodic, intermediate bandwidth, jitter, and loss reports. * A server accepts a single client simultaneously (iPerf3). Support information If there is any issues or feedback, please don't hesitate to contact support@xnano.net
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 rating: iPerf3 Client & Server at 4.9 against iPerf Tools's 1.0. iPerf3 Client & Server also leads on ratings volume (8 vs 1). iPerf Tools's advantage is price ($2.99 vs $6.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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
iPerf Tools costs $2.99 and iPerf3 Client & Server $6.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
iPerf3 Client & Server holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iPerf3 Client & Server has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
| Parameter | iPerf Tools | iPerf3 Client & Server |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 — better | $6.99 |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 4.9 (8 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 8 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Quan Nguyen | Vladimir Chemeris |
Customer experience
iPerf Tools
iPerf3 Client & Server
In-app purchases
iPerf Tools
No in-app purchases
iPerf3 Client & Server
No in-app purchases
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