Comparison

Subnet Vault vs iPocketRemote

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

Head to head
About

Subnet Vault

This comprehensive network utility app offers subnet calculators, diagnostic tools like ping and traceroute, and network discovery features. It also includes educational resources for learning IP addressing and subnetting. Sync your data across Apple devices via iCloud.

Highlights
  • IPv4 and IPv6 subnet calculators
  • VLSM optimization
  • Ping, Traceroute, and WHOIS tools
  • Port scanner and network discovery
  • IP geolocation
  • Wake-on-LAN functionality
  • Networking glossary and tutorials
Features
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Subnet Vault is a subnet calculator and network toolkit for network engineers, IT administrators, students and anyone studying for a networking certification. SUBNET CALCULATORS • IPv4: enter an address with a CIDR prefix or subnet mask to get the network and broadcast addresses, usable host range, host count, wildcard mask, network class, binary breakdown, reverse-DNS (in-addr.arpa) name, and IPv6-mapped and 6to4 forms. Auto-Detect fills in your current Wi-Fi network. • VLSM: split a network into subnets of different sizes. You get an efficient allocation, a colour-coded map of the address space, and CSV export. • IPv6: expanded and compressed forms, prefix, address range and address count for any prefix length. • Colour-coded binary views show exactly where the network bits end and the host bits begin. 17 NETWORK TOOLS • Reachability: Ping, Traceroute (with optional network-owner lookup) and Port Scanner • DNS: DNS Lookup, Reverse DNS, and DNS Propagation across major public resolvers • Web: HTTP Headers with timing, and SSL Certificate with chain and expiry • Ownership: WHOIS and IP Geolocation • Local network: My Network, Network Services (Bonjour discovery) and Wake-on-LAN • Wireless: Bluetooth Scanner, Bluetooth Explorer, NFC Tag Reader and NFC Tag Writer (NFC requires an iPhone) Export results as text, CSV or JSON, or copy any value with one tap. SAVE AND SYNC Save IPv4, VLSM and IPv6 results, then rename, search, share or reopen them in the calculator. Saved results sync across your devices through iCloud and appear in Spotlight search. LEARN IPv4, binary and wireless reference tables, a step-by-step subnetting tutorial, and a searchable networking glossary. BUILT FOR EVERY DEVICE • A side-by-side layout on iPad • Full Dynamic Type, VoiceOver and Reduce Motion support • Dark mode PRIVACY FIRST No ads, no tracking and no accounts. Subnet Vault collects no data. Your saved results stay in your own iCloud, and network lookups go only to the service you asked to query.

About

iPocketRemote

Transform your iPhone into a wireless trackpad and remote for your Mac. Control the pointer, media, volume, and system functions like locking or sleeping your computer. Connects securely over your local network without needing a cloud service.

Highlights
  • Wireless trackpad control
  • Media and volume control
  • System control (lock/sleep)
  • Secure local network connection
  • QR code or code pairing
  • Multiple trackpad styles
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a wireless trackpad and remote control for your Mac. Move the pointer, click, right-click, scroll, and drag from your phone. You can also control media and volume, lock the screen, or put your Mac to sleep—all over your local network. iPocketRemote works with the companion Mac app iPocketDock. In iPocketRemote, open Settings and tap Download Mac App to install it. REMOTE TRACKPAD • Move the Mac pointer with one finger • Tap to click and double-tap to double-click • Two-finger tap for right-click • Scroll with two fingers or along either trackpad edge • Press and move to drag • Adjust pointer sensitivity and edge scrolling • Choose from multiple trackpad styles MEDIA & SYSTEM CONTROLS • Play or pause media • Go to the previous or next track • Adjust volume from 0–100 or mute instantly • Lock your Mac or put it to sleep • Manage multiple Macs and choose a preferred device QUICK, PRIVATE CONNECTION • Pair by scanning a QR code or entering a pairing code • Automatically reconnect to paired Macs • Communicates directly over your local network • No cloud service or account required • Pairing credentials are stored securely in the iOS Keychain REQUIREMENTS • iPhone running iOS 17.0 or later • Mac running the latest iPocketDock • iPhone and Mac connected to the same local network • Camera permission is used only for QR-code pairing • Local Network permission is used to find and connect to your Mac Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Subnet Vault4 screens
iPocketRemote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Subnet Vault at none against iPocketRemote's 2. iPocketRemote's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. iPocketRemote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year. Subnet Vault asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Subnet Vault ships an update every 2 months, iPocketRemote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Subnet Vault versus iPocketRemote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSubnet VaultiPocketRemote
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews—75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndrew Carlson胜天 何

Customer experience

Subnet Vault

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

iPocketRemote

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

Subnet Vault

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

iPocketRemote

Subscriptions1
  • Yearly Premium$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$3.99

Questions

Is Subnet Vault free?
Subnet Vault is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iPocketRemote free?
iPocketRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Subnet Vault or iPocketRemote have ads?
Neither Subnet Vault nor iPocketRemote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Subnet Vault or iPocketRemote?
Subnet Vault ships an update every 2 months, and iPocketRemote every 2 weeks. Most recently, Subnet Vault was updated on October 4, 2026 and iPocketRemote on October 11, 2026.

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