# Network Toolbox Net security vs StarLinkAssistant

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: StarLinkAssistant at none against Network Toolbox Net security's 12. StarLinkAssistant also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Network Toolbox Net security's advantage is ratings volume (3.3K vs 1) and review sentiment (75% vs 60%). On price, ads, 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. StarLinkAssistant asks for nothing beyond the download.

StarLinkAssistant 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 60% of StarLinkAssistant'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, StarLinkAssistant every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Toolbox Net security | StarLinkAssistant |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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/starlinkassistant/id1578034983/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **75.2% of reviews** | 60.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 152 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [WHATSTICKER APPS SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784779333) | [Herbert Richard Lawson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1578034985) |

## 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


### StarLinkAssistant

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starlinkassistant/id1578034983)

This app helps users set up, troubleshoot, and optimize their Starlink internet system. It provides detailed guides, real-time performance data, and assistance with common issues like obstructions and Wi-Fi configuration.

**Highlights:** Initial setup and wiring guides, Router/Wi-Fi status and configuration, Dishy (antenna) status and issue detection, Real-time satellite tracking and visibility, Internet speed and latency testing, Obstruction identification and recommendations, Direct access to Starlink support resources

**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 StarLinkAssistant free?

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

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

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

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

Both Network Toolbox Net security and StarLinkAssistant show ads.

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

Network Toolbox Net security ships an update every 2 months, and StarLinkAssistant every 3 weeks. Most recently, Network Toolbox Net security was updated on September 22, 2026 and StarLinkAssistant on June 1, 2026.

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