# Network Toolbox Net security vs ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt

The clearest difference is rating: Network Toolbox Net security at 4.6 against ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt's 2.3. Network Toolbox Net security also leads on ratings volume (3.3K vs 3). ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt asks for nothing beyond the download.

Network Toolbox Net security holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Toolbox Net security has 3.3K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Network Toolbox Net security ships an update every 2 months, ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Toolbox Net security | ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-toolbox-net-security/id651691453/reviews)** | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thinkshield-edge-mobile-mgmt/id1467900428/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 75.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 152 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WHATSTICKER APPS SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784779333) | [Lenovo APLA](https://appshunter.io/developer/610239637) |

## 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


### ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thinkshield-edge-mobile-mgmt/id1467900428)

This mobile application facilitates the secure claiming and activation of specific server hardware. It simplifies network setup and allows for automatic device activation using secure key exchange over a mobile connection.

**Highlights:** Secure device claiming and activation, SED unlocking with secure key exchange, Easy service network connection setup, One-click automatic activation, Mobile connection utilization

**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 ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt free?

ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Network Toolbox Net security or ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt?

Network Toolbox Net security is rated higher. Network Toolbox Net security averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt averages 2.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do Network Toolbox Net security or ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt have ads?

Network Toolbox Net security shows ads; ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt does not.

### Which is updated more often, Network Toolbox Net security or ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt?

Network Toolbox Net security ships an update every 2 months, and ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt every 3 months. Most recently, Network Toolbox Net security was updated on October 1, 2026 and ThinkShield Edge Mobile Mgmt on September 23, 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.*