# Network Toolbox Net security vs CADIO

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Network Toolbox Net security at 75% against CADIO's 0%. Network Toolbox Net security also leads on ratings volume (3.3K vs 1). CADIO's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 and CADIO sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CADIO holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Toolbox Net security has 3.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of Network Toolbox Net security's written reviews are positive against 0% of CADIO's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Network Toolbox Net security ships an update every 2 months, CADIO every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Toolbox Net security | CADIO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-toolbox-net-security/id651691453/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cadio/id1566868575/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **75.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 152 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [WHATSTICKER APPS SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784779333) | [Mohamed Rashad](https://appshunter.io/developer/1498581848) |

## 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


### CADIO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cadio/id1566868575)

This platform offers comprehensive control over a wide range of smart home devices. Manage devices locally or via the cloud, set schedules, and receive notifications. Supports voice control and integration with popular smart home ecosystems.

**Highlights:** Easy device configuration, Local and cloud control, Unlimited device support, Device linking with sensors, Timers and schedules, Voice control, Google Home & Alexa integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Permanent License | $5.99 | one-time |
| Permanent License | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Toolbox Net security free?

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

### Is CADIO free?

CADIO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

CADIO is rated higher. Network Toolbox Net security averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while CADIO averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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

Both Network Toolbox Net security and CADIO show ads.

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

Network Toolbox Net security ships an update every 2 months, and CADIO every 4 weeks. Most recently, Network Toolbox Net security was updated on October 16, 2026 and CADIO on October 9, 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.*