Comparison

Packet Capture Pro vs NetLens

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

Head to head
About

Packet Capture Pro

Capture and analyze HTTP/HTTPS/WebSocket traffic on your device. Inspect full request/response details, filter by keywords, and rewrite/replay network responses. Collaborate with PC clients and import/export HAR files for seamless debugging.

Highlights
  • Real-time HTTP/HTTPS/WebSocket traffic capture
  • Detailed request and response inspection
  • Keyword-based filtering
  • Rewrite and replay network responses
  • Cross-device collaboration with PC client
  • HAR file import and export
  • Integrated encryption/decoding tools
Read full description

Packet Capture Pro is a professional network analysis, packet capture, HTTP proxy, and API testing tool for iPhone and Mac. Built for developers, QA engineers, API testers, and cybersecurity professionals, it helps you capture, inspect, intercept, and debug HTTP, HTTPS, and WebSocket traffic. Debug APIs, analyze app traffic, monitor networks, and automate testing with rewrite rules, request replay, and JavaScript scripts. Core features HTTP/HTTPS/WebSocket Packet Capture Capture and inspect network traffic in real time using a secure local VPN proxy. ● Capture HTTP, HTTPS, and WebSocket requests ● View requests, responses, cookies, headers, and payloads ● Multiple data viewers: Raw, Text, JSON, XML, HTML, Image, Media, and HEX ● Store capture history locally for offline analysis and replay Perfect for packet analysis, traffic inspection, API debugging, and network monitoring. Advanced API Testing & Request Debugging Powerful tools for API development and troubleshooting. ● Edit URLs, query parameters, headers, and request bodies ● Import captured requests for rapid API testing ● Monitor response times, status codes, and performance metrics ● Diagnose API failures, SSL issues, timeout errors, and network exceptions Ideal for REST API testing, mobile app debugging, and backend service validation. Rewrite Modify requests and responses dynamically with flexible rewrite rules. Supported Rewrite Modes: ● Request Replacement ● Response Replacement ● Request Modification ● Response Modification ● URL Redirection Automate testing workflows and simulate real-world network scenarios without changing application code. JavaScript scripts Automate API testing and network debugging with JavaScript. ● Modify HTTP/HTTPS requests and responses ● Process URLs, headers, bodies, JSON, text, and binary data ● Redirect requests and import or export scripts Advanced Replay Replay captured requests with configurable loops, delays, and intervals. ● API reproduction and debugging ● Performance validation ● Stress testing and load simulation ● Regression testing workflows Cross-Device Packet Capture & Network Debugging Capture network traffic on mobile and analyze it efficiently on desktop. Inspect requests, debug APIs, and troubleshoot issues on a larger screen. ● Sync mobile packet capture data to your computer in real time ● Connect devices quickly by scanning a QR code or entering connection details ● Inspect HTTP, HTTPS, and WebSocket requests and responses in real time ● Search, filter, and analyze network traffic Import / Export Work efficiently with industry-standard traffic formats. ● Import HAR files for packet analysis ● Export captured sessions as HAR or CSV ● Share debugging sessions with teammates ● Archive traffic data for future investigation. Precision Capture Rules Filter traffic intelligently and focus on what matters. ● Exclude specific domains from packet capture ● Capture HTTPS traffic only from selected domains Reduce noise and improve debugging efficiency. Developer Network Toolbox Everything you need for everyday network diagnostics. ● AES Encryption & Decryption ● URL Encoding & Decoding ● Base64 Encoding & Decoding ● Unicode Conversion ● MD5 Hash Generation ● Ping & TCP Ping Diagnostics ● Regular Expression Tester ● JSON Viewer / XML Viewer / HEX Viewer Privacy First Packet Capture Pro uses a local VPN configuration to capture and analyze network traffic securely on your device. ● No cloud uploads ● No data collection ● No third-party servers ● All captured traffic remains on your device Your requests, responses, API data, and packet capture history are stored locally, ensuring maximum privacy and security. Privacy Policy: https://pcp.realsignal.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://pcp.realsignal.com/terms Official Website & Support Download the companion Mac application and learn more about Packet Capture Pro: https://pcp.realsignal.com Discover more tools from RealSignal: https://www.realsignal.com

About

NetLens

Inspect and analyze mobile network traffic in real-time. Understand HTTP/HTTPS requests, measure performance, and detect security vulnerabilities. Offers advanced features for developers to optimize and secure their applications.

Highlights
  • Real-time network traffic monitoring
  • HTTP/HTTPS request and response analysis
  • Performance measurement and optimization
  • Security analysis and vulnerability detection
  • Copy or Share cURL & Responses
  • Detailed analysis reports
  • Customizable request/response filtering
Features
Read full description

Main Features Real-time network traffic monitoring HTTP/HTTPS request and response analysis Performance measurement and optimization Security analysis and vulnerability detection Copy or Share cURL & Responses JavaScript Console See what the page logs as it happens: console.log, warn, error Uncaught exceptions and unhandled promise rejections, not just logs Objects, arrays and DOM nodes shown by what they are, never as [object Object] Errors from a cross-origin script explain why the browser withholds the details Run an expression against the live page, or tap a ready-made one such as document.title No breakpoints: iOS does not open that door to any app Premium Features Unlimited Network Monitoring: Monitor network traffic without restrictions Detailed Analysis Reports: Comprehensive performance analysis and reports Advanced Security Features: Security scanning and vulnerability detection Custom Filters: Filter specific requests and responses Priority Support: Priority customer support Terms of Use: https://netlens-app.pages.dev/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://netlens-app.pages.dev/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Packet Capture Pro4 screens
NetLens3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: NetLens at none against Packet Capture Pro's shown. NetLens also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Packet Capture Pro's advantage is ratings volume (15 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Packet Capture Pro sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and NetLens sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NetLens holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Packet Capture Pro has 15 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Packet Capture Pro's written reviews are positive against 100% of NetLens's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Packet Capture Pro versus NetLens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPacket Capture ProNetLens
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (15 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews92.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings15 — better1
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#200#176 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperREALSIGNAL PTE. LTD.冰冰 邓

Customer experience

Packet Capture Pro

All ratings15 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive92.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.1%

NetLens

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Packet Capture Pro

Subscriptions5
  • Unlock all the features3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Unlock all the features3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Unlock all the features$4.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Unlock all the features3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Unlock all the features$49.991 Year
3 purchases

NetLens

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$19.99

Questions

Is Packet Capture Pro free?
Packet Capture Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NetLens free?
NetLens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Packet Capture Pro or NetLens?
NetLens is rated higher. Packet Capture Pro averages 4.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while NetLens averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Packet Capture Pro or NetLens have ads?
Packet Capture Pro shows ads; NetLens does not.
Which is updated more often, Packet Capture Pro or NetLens?
Packet Capture Pro ships an update weekly, and NetLens weekly. Most recently, Packet Capture Pro was updated on October 16, 2026 and NetLens on October 9, 2026.
Which is more popular, Packet Capture Pro or NetLens?
Packet Capture Pro currently peaks at #200 in the App Store charts, and NetLens at #176. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

Other comparisons