Comparison

Pulse vs Dartsnut Updater

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

Head to head
About

Pulse

This companion app allows developers to view network request logs and debug network errors on Apple platforms. It integrates directly into apps via an SDK, offering advanced features like decoding error analysis and API mocking without needing custom certificates.

Highlights
  • View network request logs
  • Debug network errors
  • Analyze app performance
  • Decode errors
  • Mock URLSession APIs
  • Integrates at URLSession level
Features
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Pulse is a developer tool for logging and debugging network requests in apps developed for Apple platforms. This companion app allows you to view the logs collected by Pulse. The app requires a subscription to access its features, including: - View logs collected on your test devices - Debug network errors, including the decoding errors - Analyze the performance of the app using network metrics You can start using Pulse by integrating its free and open-source SDK that allows you to collect and view logs on your test devices. Unlike traditional network proxies, Pulse integrates into your app at the URLSession level, requiring no custom network root certificates. It also unlocks new powerful features, such as viewing the decoding errors and mocking the URLSession APIs. Privacy Policy: https://pulselogger.com/pulse-privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Dartsnut Updater

Features
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Dartsnut Updater is a support tool for Dartsnut device owners. Use it when your device has firmware or networking problems—whether it’s not showing on Wi‑Fi, needs a software update, or won’t connect properly. WHAT IT DOES • Find your Dartsnut on your Wi‑Fi network so you can update it from your phone. • Configure Wi‑Fi over Bluetooth (BLE) if your device isn’t on the network yet or can’t connect. • Update to the latest firmware and reboot your device remotely via a simple tap. WHO IT’S FOR This app is intended only for customers who own Dartsnut hardware and are troubleshooting firmware or connectivity issues. If you don’t have a Dartsnut device, this app will not be useful. HOW IT WORKS If your device is already on Wi‑Fi: 1. Connect your phone to the same Wi‑Fi and open the app. 2. Allow location permission when asked (required for local network scanning). 3. Your Dartsnut should appear in the list—tap it, then tap “Update to latest firmware” and follow the prompts. 4. Reboot the device from the app when the update finishes. If your device isn’t on Wi‑Fi: 1. Tap “Scan for BLE devices” and connect to your Dartsnut via Bluetooth. 2. Choose your Wi‑Fi network, enter the password, and send the settings to the device. 3. Once it’s on Wi‑Fi, use the steps above to update and reboot. TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS • No devices found: Ensure your phone and Dartsnut are on the same Wi‑Fi and that VPN is turned off. • Bluetooth device not found: Put the Dartsnut in pairing/BLE mode and keep it close to your phone. • Update fails: Try again; if it keeps failing, copy any log lines marked [ERROR] and contact Dartsnut support. Dartsnut Updater is an official support tool to help you get your device back on the latest firmware and connected reliably.

Screenshots

Pulse4 screens
Dartsnut Updater4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dartsnut Updater at none against Pulse's 2. Dartsnut Updater also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Pulse's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months). On price, ads 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. Pulse sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Dartsnut Updater asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pulse ships an update every 3 weeks, Dartsnut Updater every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Pulse versus Dartsnut Updater: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPulseDartsnut Updater
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerkean.studioXenx Technology Limited

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pulse

Subscriptions2
  • Pulse Pro7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Pulse Pro14 Days trial$34.991 Year
None

Dartsnut Updater

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pulse free?
Pulse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dartsnut Updater free?
Dartsnut Updater is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pulse or Dartsnut Updater have ads?
Neither Pulse nor Dartsnut Updater shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pulse or Dartsnut Updater?
Pulse ships an update every 3 weeks, and Dartsnut Updater every 6 months. Most recently, Pulse was updated on October 8, 2026 and Dartsnut Updater on October 17, 2026.

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