Comparison

mDNSShark vs Flipper Map

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

Head to head
About

mDNSShark

Explore your local Wi-Fi network with ease. This app discovers printers, media servers, and IoT devices by tapping into network protocols. It offers a simple, private way to understand what's connected and how services communicate, with no external servers or data collection.

Highlights
  • Local network scanning
  • mDNS, DNS-SD, SSDP protocol support
  • Device and service discovery
  • Private and no data collection
  • Open-source development
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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mDNSShark is an open-source iPhone application created by a small team of engineers who wanted a simpler, clearer way to explore local networks. By tapping into protocols like Multicast DNS (mDNS), DNS-SD, and SSDP, mDNSShark quickly uncovers printers, media servers, IoT gadgets, and other active services on your home or office Wi-Fi - no convoluted setup required. If you've ever wondered what devices are really on your network, or how various services talk to each other, mDNSShark is designed to give you those answers efficiently and privately. Simplicity is key: we've stripped away clutter so you can focus on scanning and understanding results. Every discovery operation runs right on your phone, with no external servers involved. We also do not collect or share any usage data - there's no telemetry, no user analytics, and certainly no hidden trackers. You remain fully in control, deciding if and when to allow local network access, which is all the app needs to function. Built by Engineers, Open to Everyone: mDNSShark was created by engineers who love transparent, lightweight solutions - yet it's also friendly for anyone curious about local network behavior. If you're a fellow engineer, a technologist, or just someone who enjoys problem-solving, you'll find plenty of ways to contribute. Newcomers can help refine the interface, add new features, or even propose deeper networking enhancements. Veterans can dive into advanced scanning logic, integrate emergent protocols, and optimize performance. We firmly believe that collectively, we can build an indispensable network tool for iPhone users everywhere. Current Development: mDNSShark is still in active development, with regular updates that refine performance, expand support for various network protocols, and polish the user experience. We welcome your ideas - whether it's a new device detection trick, an easier UI flow, or an innovative scanning feature. Our public repository provides a transparent view of current issues and ongoing discussions, letting you jump in wherever your skills or interests fit best.

About

Flipper Map

This app displays your saved Sub-GHz signal files from a compatible device on an interactive map. You can then trigger these signals, like garage doors or gates, with a single tap directly from your phone, watch, or car.

Highlights
  • Display Sub-GHz signals on an interactive map
  • Trigger signals with one tap
  • Manage signals (rename, delete, move)
  • Live Activities for lock screen notifications
  • Apple Watch and CarPlay integration
  • Siri and Shortcuts automation
  • Detect and group duplicate/similar signals
Features
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Flipper Map connects to your Flipper Zero over Bluetooth and displays your Sub-GHz signal files on an interactive map. See exactly where your saved signals are located and trigger them when you're nearby. Control garage doors, parking barriers, gates, and more with just one tap. FEATURES Attach GPS locations to your signal files and view them as pins on the map. The app shows how far away you are and helps you quickly find the right signal. When you get close to a saved signal, a Send button appears automatically. Tap once to transmit, or hold to keep sending. Manage your files easily – rename, delete, move signals by dragging pins on the map. No accounts needed. No cloud uploads. Your data stays on your device. LIVE ACTIVITIES Live Activities on your Lock Screen show the nearest signal and update as you move. Send signals without opening the app. APPLE WATCH With the Apple Watch app, you can browse your signals and send them directly from your wrist. CARPLAY Apple CarPlay to quickly access and send nearby signals directly from your car — perfect for opening gates or barriers without touching your phone. SIRI & AUTOMATIONS Use Siri to trigger sending of nearby signals. If you're an advanced user, check out Flipper Map actions in Shortcuts app. Automate things to your specific needs. DUPLICATES AND SIMILAR SIGNALS Detect duplicate signals and easily manage them. Group similar signals that have slightly different keys but matching patterns (e.g. Princeton button variants, Keeloq hopping codes, etc). NOTES • Requires a Flipper Zero or compatible device such as Kiisu. • GPS coordinates can be assigned directly in Flipper Map by placing a pin on the map, or automatically when using an external GPS module connected to your Flipper Zero via GPIO (Check your firmware features). DISCLAIMER: Flipper Map is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Flipper Devices Inc.; Flipper, Flipper Zero, and the Flipper logo are trademarks of Flipper Devices Inc. and are used for identification purposes only. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

mDNSShark4 screens
Flipper Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: mDNSShark at none against Flipper Map's 3. Flipper Map's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (6 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and monetization model 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. Flipper Map sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. mDNSShark asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for mDNSShark against 5.0 for Flipper Map. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flipper Map has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

mDNSShark ships an update every 3 weeks, Flipper Map every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
mDNSShark versus Flipper Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametermDNSSharkFlipper Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings16 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS18.2 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShapeHaven Innovations LLCLevan Velijanashvili

Customer experience

mDNSShark

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

Flipper Map

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

mDNSShark

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Flipper Map

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly14 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$34.99

Questions

Is mDNSShark free?
mDNSShark is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Flipper Map free?
Flipper Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, mDNSShark or Flipper Map?
mDNSShark and Flipper Map are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 6 ratings respectively.
Do mDNSShark or Flipper Map have ads?
Neither mDNSShark nor Flipper Map shows ads.
Which is updated more often, mDNSShark or Flipper Map?
mDNSShark ships an update every 3 weeks, and Flipper Map every 9 days. Most recently, mDNSShark was updated on October 2, 2026 and Flipper Map on September 18, 2026.

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