Comparison

UDP TCP Network Utility vs Seriport

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

UDP TCP Network Utility

This app helps you manage UDP and TCP communication, analyze networks, and perform diagnostics. It allows you to send and receive data, establish connections, ping devices, and scan your local network. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts alike.

Highlights
  • Manage UDP traffic
  • Establish TCP client/server connections
  • Bidirectional data transmission
  • Support for HEX, UTF-8, Base64, ASCII encodings
  • Scan local network devices
  • Ping devices and hosts
  • Save and load network configurations
Features
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Elevate your network analysis with UDP TCP Network Utility! UDP TCP Network Utility empowers you to easily manage UDP and TCP communication, analyze networks, establish direct connections between clients and servers, perform comprehensive network diagnostics, ping devices, websites, and hosts, and scan all devices on your network. Whether you’re a professional or just interested in network communication, this app provides everything you need to work efficiently and accurately. Send and Receive UDP • Effortlessly manage UDP traffic • Send and receive packets with precision • Ideal for testing network responses • Manage communications between devices • Supports multiple data formats for flexible and efficient UDP communication TCP Client and Server • Establish reliable TCP connections as both a client and a server • Handle multiple connections simultaneously • Perfect for scenarios requiring guaranteed data delivery (e.g., file transfers, secure communications) Bidirectional Data Transmission • Support for bidirectional data transmission in both UDP and TCP protocols • Ensures seamless two-way communication • Critical for interactive applications and real-time data processing Support for Multiple Encodings • Customize data transmission with support for HEX, UTF-8, Base64, and ASCII encodings • Ensure compatibility with various network protocols and data formats • Facilitate easy integration into your existing network setup Manage Network Devices • Easily add and organize network devices • Specify IP addresses, ports, names, and protocols • Streamline device management • Allow quick connections to any device as needed Ping Devices, Websites, and Hosts • Perform quick and accurate ping operations • Test the reachability of devices, websites, and hosts • Essential for diagnosing network issues • Measure round-trip times and ensure network reliability LAN Scanner • Scan all devices on your local network • Identify and manage connected devices efficiently • Provides detailed information about every device on your network • Make it easier to manage and secure your network environment Extensive Settings • Tailor the app to your workflow with various settings • Include timestamps in logs • Customize encoding/decoding • Set a timer for sending repeated messages • Enhance automation and ensure accurate data handling Save and Load Network Devices • Save your network configurations for quick access later • Ideal for professionals managing multiple networks • Allow easy switching between different setups UDP TCP Network Utility is the ideal tool for network administrators, developers, and IT professionals who want full control over their network communication and diagnostics. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Seriport

Features
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Seriport is the fastest way to talk to your Bluetooth LE serial devices. Find, connect and control Arduino, ESP32, nRF52 and HM-10 modules in seconds. CONNECT • Bluetooth LE: HM-10, CC41-A, HC-08, ESP32 (NUS), nRF52 (Nordic UART), CC2640, BLE113, u-connect and your own profiles, with automatic profile detection • Multiple devices at once, auto-reconnect, background connections • No hardware yet? The built-in demo device lets you try everything TERMINAL • Text / HEX / mixed view, timestamps, search, pause • Line endings (CR/LF/CRLF), UTF-8 / Latin-1, echo, line delay, byte splitting • Macros, command library, JSON/QR sharing • Save and share the log as .txt / .csv / .hex CONTROL PANEL AND CHARTS • Buttons, switches, sliders, joystick, D-pad, gamepad, color picker, gauges, LEDs, mini charts, terminal widget • Protocol parser (key=value, CSV, JSON, Regex) and live multi-series charts AND MORE • Stream your phone's sensors to the device: accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, orientation, GPS, barometer, microphone level, touchpad • Rules and alerts: "notify on ERR", "temperature > 30 → FAN=1" • Record sessions and replay them with the same timing • BLE explorer: service/characteristic tree, read/write/notify • OTA: Nordic DFU, ESP32 over BLE and Wi‑Fi • Web bridge: use the terminal from your computer's browser SERIPORT PRO Unlimited devices, panels, rules and chart series; recording/playback, OTA, web bridge, all sensors and terminal color schemes. Available as a one-time lifetime purchase or as a monthly / yearly auto-renewing subscription. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel them in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://tekra.app/app/seriport/privacy-policy

Screenshots

UDP TCP Network Utility4 screens
Seriport4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Seriport at every 2 days against UDP TCP Network Utility's every 8 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. UDP TCP Network Utility sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Seriport sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

UDP TCP Network Utility ships an update every 8 months, Seriport every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
UDP TCP Network Utility versus Seriport: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUDP TCP Network UtilitySeriport
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYouri BerentsenMurat Butun

In-app purchases

3 purchases

UDP TCP Network Utility

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month$0.991 Month
  • 6 Months$3.996 Months
One-time1
  • Lifetime$6.99
3 purchases

Seriport

Subscriptions2
  • Seriport Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Seriport Pro Yearly$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Seriport Pro Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is UDP TCP Network Utility free?
UDP TCP Network Utility is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Seriport free?
Seriport is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do UDP TCP Network Utility or Seriport have ads?
Both UDP TCP Network Utility and Seriport show ads.
Which is updated more often, UDP TCP Network Utility or Seriport?
UDP TCP Network Utility ships an update every 8 months, and Seriport every 2 days. Most recently, UDP TCP Network Utility was updated on October 30, 2026 and Seriport on October 31, 2026.

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