# Network Toolbox Net security vs Darktrace

The clearest difference is rating: Network Toolbox Net security at 4.6 against Darktrace's 3.5. Network Toolbox Net security also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 40%) and ratings volume (3.3K vs 30). Darktrace's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Network Toolbox Net security sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Darktrace asks for nothing beyond the download.

Network Toolbox Net security holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Toolbox Net security has 3.3K ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Network Toolbox Net security's written reviews are positive against 40% of Darktrace's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Toolbox Net security | Darktrace |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-toolbox-net-security/id651691453/reviews)** | [3.5 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darktrace/id1259931105/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 30 |
| Positive reviews | **75.2% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 152 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [WHATSTICKER APPS SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784779333) | [Darktrace Holdings Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1259931104) |

## What reviewers say

### Network Toolbox Net security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-toolbox-net-security/id651691453)

Analyze local and public networks for security issues and misconfigurations with over 50 tools. Features include IP scanning, port scanning, exploit tests, and SHODAN integration to expose online devices.

**Highlights:** WiFi Network IP scanning, Port scanning, SHODAN scan engine, Security exploit tests, Device information, NS-Lookup with domain info, Visual Traceroute

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wekkly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $79.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Comprehensive networking tools
- 🚀 Powerful and efficient
- 💡 Excellent learning resource
- 🔒 Helps identify security issues
- 👍 User-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Privacy concerns with new ownership
- 💰 Switched to subscription model
- 🐛 Stability issues after updates
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
- 🔒 Tracking and data collection

**Reported bugs**

- Bluetooth configuration issues
- Unreliable website links
- Freezing and crashing on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- More advanced network scanning capabilities
- Improved documentation and tutorials
- Restore previous one-time purchase model


### Darktrace

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darktrace/id1259931105)

Monitor and manage your cybersecurity threats from anywhere. Receive real-time alerts and activate AI-driven autonomous response to protect against cyberattacks. This app requires a licensed Darktrace deployment.

**Highlights:** Real-time threat notifications, Activate AI-driven autonomous response, Monitor Darktrace deployment, Stay connected to cyber defense, View Threat Visualizer

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Toolbox Net security free?

Network Toolbox Net security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Darktrace free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Network Toolbox Net security or Darktrace?

Network Toolbox Net security is rated higher. Network Toolbox Net security averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Darktrace averages 3.5 from 30 ratings.

### Do Network Toolbox Net security or Darktrace have ads?

Network Toolbox Net security shows ads; Darktrace does not.

### Which is updated more often, Network Toolbox Net security or Darktrace?

Network Toolbox Net security ships an update every 2 months, and Darktrace every 2 months. Most recently, Network Toolbox Net security was updated on September 25, 2026 and Darktrace on September 8, 2026.

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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.*