Comparison

DR vs liquidSSH

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DR

Features
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DR-NetTools is a focused, no-bloat toolkit for engineers, network admins and power users who need real diagnostics on the go. Run a fast Ping, measure packet loss with MTR, trace a path across the public internet, scan a local subnet for live hosts and dig into DNS — all from a single, polished app. Tools included: • Network diagnostics: Ping, Hosts in range, Network Map, Host Monitor, TCP Ports, Wake on LAN, Speed Test • Addresses & domains: DNS, Reverse DNS, DNS Propagation, GeoIP, Whois, mDNS / Bonjour service discovery • Traceroute: Traceroute, MTR • Remote services: SSH client with built-in terminal, SSL / TLS certificate inspector • Calculators: IPv4 Subnet Calculator, IPv6 Calculator, IPv6 Subnet Divider • Current Status: public IP, interfaces, gateways, DNS resolvers — all in one glance Full IPv6 support — paste any literal address (including bracketed forms with a port) directly into any tool. No reformatting required. Designed for clarity: every screen shows technical-level output without burying it in marketing copy. iPhone and iPad share the same polished glass UI with read-through blur and clean monospaced typography for results. No accounts. No personal data sold or shared. An optional Pro upgrade unlocks unlimited results, removes ads and supports development. Built by DR-Online for engineers who actually use these tools daily. Privacy Policy: https://www.dr-online.pl/privacy_policy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

liquidSSH

Manage your servers with a powerful SSH client featuring a futuristic glassmorphism design. Enjoy intuitive SFTP file management, quick host switching, and secure key authentication for developers and sysadmins.

Highlights
  • Native SSH connection engine
  • Intuitive SFTP file browser
  • Quick host management cards
  • Secure key authentication
  • Liquid Glass UI design
  • Remote server file management
Features
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Welcome to liquidSSH. This isn't just an IT tool; it's the art of server management at your fingertips. We've shattered the cold, rigid stereotypes of traditional terminal apps, combining a robust native SSH engine with a futuristic "Liquid Glass" (Glassmorphism) design language. 【 Core Features 】 • Hardcore SSH Terminal: Powered by a highly efficient and stable native connection engine. Enjoy full command interaction, zero latency, and buttery-smooth typing. • Intuitive SFTP Management: A fully transparent, glass-textured file browser. Preview, transfer, and manage remote server files as effortlessly as if they were local on your Mac or iPad. • Quick Host Management: Elegant, floating capsule-style host cards. Save your exclusive server configurations with one click and switch between them instantly. • Secure Key Authentication: Supports private key import and multiple authentication methods. The security of your data and servers is our uncompromised baseline. 【 Ultimate Aesthetics 】 • Liquid Glass UI: Featuring a deep, morphing gradient background paired with global ultra-thin frosted glass materials and subtle rim lighting, creating true spatial immersion. • Polished Details: From meticulously crafted micro-interactions to strict monospaced terminal typography, every keystroke is designed to be a visual delight. liquidSSH is designed for developers, geeks, and sysadmins who refuse to compromise on efficiency or taste. Say goodbye to plain black-and-white screens and bring flagship-level design to your workspace.

Screenshots

DR4 screens
liquidSSH4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: liquidSSH at none against DR's 2. liquidSSH also leads on ads (none vs shown). DR's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.3 vs 18.0). On price 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

Both are free to download. DR sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. liquidSSH asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DR ships an update fortnightly, liquidSSH every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
DR versus liquidSSH: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDRliquidSSH
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.3 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size101 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDR-Online Sp. z o.o.恩澄 许

In-app purchases

2 purchases

DR

Subscriptions1
  • DR-NetTools Pro$0.997 Days
One-time1
  • DR-NetTools Lifetime$4.99
None

liquidSSH

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DR free?
DR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is liquidSSH free?
liquidSSH is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DR or liquidSSH have ads?
DR shows ads; liquidSSH does not.
Which is updated more often, DR or liquidSSH?
DR ships an update fortnightly, and liquidSSH every 5 weeks. Most recently, DR was updated on September 18, 2026 and liquidSSH on October 10, 2026.

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