# Stream HTTP Sniffer vs socket

The clearest difference is review sentiment: socket at 100% against Stream HTTP Sniffer's 11%. socket also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). Stream HTTP Sniffer's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stream HTTP Sniffer sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. socket asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stream HTTP Sniffer | socket |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stream-http-sniffer/id6483685232/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **2** | — |
| Positive reviews | 10.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 43 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Xiamen Yidong Network Technology Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1476811365) | [Hammad Ally](https://appshunter.io/developer/6807528611) |

## What reviewers say

### Stream HTTP Sniffer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stream-http-sniffer/id6483685232)

This tool captures and analyzes HTTP/HTTPS traffic directly on your device for network debugging. It allows developers and QA teams to inspect requests and responses, filter traffic, rewrite messages, and even block specific requests. HTTPS capture requires CA certificate configuration.

**Highlights:** HTTP/HTTPS packet capture, Request/response history, Domain filtering, Request rewriting, Request blocking, JavaScript scripting, Keyword search

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 个月 VIP | $2.99 | one-time |
| 3 个月 VIP | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1 年 VIP 会员 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 终身VIP | $12.99 | one-time |


### socket

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/socket-ssh-and-sftp-client/id6810357776)

A modern, native SSH and SFTP client for iOS and iPadOS. It offers secure connections, a real interactive terminal with customizable options, and efficient file transfer capabilities. Includes network diagnostic tools and is built with privacy in mind.

**Highlights:** Secure SSH and SFTP connections, Interactive terminal with ANSI color, Concurrent file transfer queue, Quick commands and history, On-device SSH key generation, Network diagnostics (ping, DNS, traceroute), Private by design, no account needed

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stream HTTP Sniffer free?

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

### Is socket free?

socket is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Stream HTTP Sniffer or socket have ads?

Neither Stream HTTP Sniffer nor socket shows ads.

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