# Network Toolbox Net security vs Winmail Reader Lite

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Network Toolbox Net security at 75% against Winmail Reader Lite's 5%. Network Toolbox Net security also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (3.4K vs 82). Winmail Reader Lite's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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 and Winmail Reader Lite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Network Toolbox Net security holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Toolbox Net security has 3.4K ratings behind it against 82, 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 5% of Winmail Reader Lite's.

Network Toolbox Net security ships an update every 2 months, Winmail Reader Lite every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Toolbox Net security | Winmail Reader Lite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-toolbox-net-security/id651691453/reviews)** | [4.2 (82 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/winmail-reader-lite/id880620365/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.4K** | 82 |
| Positive reviews | **75.3% of reviews** | 4.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 152 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WHATSTICKER APPS SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784779333) | [RootRise Technologies Pvt. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/594431033) |

## 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


### Winmail Reader Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/winmail-reader-lite/id880620365)

This app decodes "winmail.dat" attachment files, allowing you to open, read, save, or email any contained files. It also extracts the original email message and can create calendar events or contacts from the data.

**Highlights:** Decodes winmail.dat files, Lists all attachments, Inbuilt quick-look preview, Save or share attachments, Resend decoded emails, Create calendar events, Add contacts to iOS Contacts

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Winmail Reader Full Version | $1.99 | 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 Winmail Reader Lite free?

Winmail Reader Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Network Toolbox Net security or Winmail Reader Lite?

Network Toolbox Net security is rated higher. Network Toolbox Net security averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while Winmail Reader Lite averages 4.2 from 82 ratings.

### Do Network Toolbox Net security or Winmail Reader Lite have ads?

Network Toolbox Net security shows ads; Winmail Reader Lite does not.

### Which is updated more often, Network Toolbox Net security or Winmail Reader Lite?

Network Toolbox Net security ships an update every 2 months, and Winmail Reader Lite every 4 months. Most recently, Network Toolbox Net security was updated on November 1, 2026 and Winmail Reader Lite on October 26, 2026.

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