# Network Toolbox Net security vs XStream WiFi

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: XStream WiFi at none against Network Toolbox Net security's 12. XStream WiFi also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 75%). Network Toolbox Net security's advantage is ratings volume (3.3K vs 14) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, 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. XStream WiFi asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Network Toolbox Net security against 4.6 for XStream WiFi. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Toolbox Net security has 3.3K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Network Toolbox Net security's written reviews are positive against 100% of XStream WiFi's.

Network Toolbox Net security ships an update every 2 months, XStream WiFi every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Toolbox Net security | XStream WiFi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-toolbox-net-security/id651691453/reviews) | [4.6 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xstream-wifi/id1585925966/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 75.3% of reviews | **100.0% 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 | 109 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WHATSTICKER APPS SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784779333) | [XStream Services](https://appshunter.io/developer/1585925968) |

## 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


### XStream WiFi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xstream-wifi/id1585925966)

Manage your home Wi-Fi network with ease. This smart home application allows you to monitor connected devices, control network usage, and enhance security with features like parental controls and guest networks.

**Highlights:** Network monitoring, Parental controls, Guest network creation, Device connection viewing, Network usage tracking, Speed testing

**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 XStream WiFi free?

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

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

Network Toolbox Net security and XStream WiFi are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3.3K and 14 ratings respectively.

### Do Network Toolbox Net security or XStream WiFi have ads?

Network Toolbox Net security shows ads; XStream WiFi does not.

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

Network Toolbox Net security ships an update every 2 months, and XStream WiFi every 3 months. Most recently, Network Toolbox Net security was updated on October 15, 2026 and XStream WiFi on September 24, 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.*