JSTV vs NetPulse
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JSTV
A video player application that supports the CatPawOpen protocol. It is powered by JavaScript and offers a smooth playback experience for users.
- CatPawOpen protocol support
- JavaScript-powered engine
- Smooth video playback
- Cross-device compatibility
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支持CatPawOpen协议，由js驱动的播放器 Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
NetPulse
A powerful network diagnostic suite for professionals. It offers advanced tools like ping, traceroute, DNS queries, and LAN scanning to troubleshoot and analyze network performance. Features include one-tap audits, visual traceroutes, and detailed history logs.
- One-tap network audits (Ping, TCP, DNS, Traceroute)
- Visual traceroute with IP geolocation
- LAN and Port scanning
- Detailed DNS record querying
- HTTP request inspection
- Global service latency testing
- Professional speed tests
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NetPulse - The High-Performance Network Diagnostic Suite Designed for network engineers, sysadmins, and developers, NetPulse provides a comprehensive "Swiss Army Knife" for troubleshooting and performance analysis. 【Advanced Diagnostics】 • One-Tap Audit: Run Ping, TCP, DNS, and Traceroute simultaneously to locate bottlenecks instantly. • Pro Ping: High-precision latency testing with customizable packet size and intervals. • Visual Traceroute: Trace paths with per-hop latency and IP geolocation. 【Network & Security Tools】 • LAN Scanner: Discover all devices on your subnet; view IP/MAC and vendor info. • Port Scanner: Batch scan TCP/UDP ports to verify service availability. • DNS Deep-Dive: Query A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, and NS records with custom server support. 【Performance & App Testing】 • HTTP Request Tool: Inspect status codes, headers, and response body metrics. • Service Latency: Real-time access testing for global platforms (GitHub, Netflix, YouTube). • Professional Speed Test: Measure bandwidth, jitter, and packet loss with industry accuracy. 【System & Intelligence】 • IP/MAC Lookup: Instant geolocation and manufacturer OUI data. • History & Analytics: Auto-save test records with detailed filtering and 14-day auto-cleanup. Why Choose NetPulse? • No Bloat: Only 7MB. • Pro UI: Dark Mode & optimized for technical workflows. • Privacy First: No tracking, no ads. This app uses the Apple Standard End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: NetPulse at 4.4 against JSTV's 3.7. On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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
Both are free to download. JSTV sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and NetPulse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
NetPulse holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of JSTV's written reviews are positive against 33% of NetPulse's.
JSTV ships an update every 5 days, NetPulse every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and July 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JSTV | NetPulse |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (32 ratings) | 4.4 (13 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 27.3% of reviews | 33.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 32 — better | 13 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 155 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 志勇 谭 | 金琛 张 |
Customer experience
JSTV
NetPulse
In-app purchases
JSTV
- Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
- Pro Yearly$3.991 Year
- Lifetime$6.99
NetPulse
- NetToolBox Premium (Quarterly)$2.993 Months
- Yearly Pro$9.991 Year
- Lifetime Pro$29.99
