Comparison

iPerf Tools 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

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.

Highlights
  • iPerf3 library support
  • TCP, SCTP, and UDP testing
  • Bandwidth, jitter, and loss reporting
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Multiple simultaneous connections
  • Configurable test duration
Features
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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

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

iPerf Tools4 screens
iPerf3 Client & Server4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iPerf Tools versus iPerf3 Client & Server: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriPerf ToolsiPerf3 Client & Server
Price$2.99 — better$6.99
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.9 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings18 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperQuan NguyenVladimir Chemeris

Customer experience

iPerf Tools

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

iPerf3 Client & Server

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

iPerf Tools

No in-app purchases

None

iPerf3 Client & Server

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iPerf Tools free?
iPerf Tools costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is iPerf3 Client & Server free?
iPerf3 Client & Server costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iPerf Tools or iPerf3 Client & Server?
iPerf3 Client & Server is rated higher. iPerf Tools averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while iPerf3 Client & Server averages 4.9 from 8 ratings.
Do iPerf Tools or iPerf3 Client & Server have ads?
Neither iPerf Tools nor iPerf3 Client & Server shows ads.

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