Comparison

Simple WOL vs CMD

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

Head to head
About

Simple WOL

Remotely power on your computers and other network devices with a simple tap. This tool allows you to manage and organize your devices, offering custom port support and easy data import/export for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • Wake on LAN via MAC Address
  • Custom Port Support
  • Device List Management
  • Import & Export Device Lists
  • Remote Device Wake-Up
Features
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Simple WOL (Simple Wake-on-LAN) is a powerful yet easy-to-use Wake-on-LAN app that allows you to remotely wake up your devices with just a tap. Whether you’re managing multiple computers, Simple WOL ensures a seamless and reliable experience. - Key Features: • Wake on LAN via MAC Address: Easily wake up devices on your local network • Custom Port Support: Configure custom ports. • Device List Management: Easily save and organize your devices. • Import & Export Device Lists: Backup your list or transfer it to another device effortlessly. Fast, reliable, and user-friendly – the perfect Wake-on-LAN solution!

About

CMD

This app transforms your mobile device into a professional network diagnostic terminal. It offers essential command-line tools for system administrators, network engineers, and developers to troubleshoot and manage networks on the go.

Highlights
  • Network diagnostic tools (PING, TRACEROUTE, IPCONFIG)
  • SSH client for server management
  • Port scanning and WHOIS lookups
  • LAN device discovery
  • Retro terminal interface
  • Smart input with accessory bar
  • Local diagnostics and privacy focus
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a professional network diagnostic terminal. CMD: Command Prompt brings the power of the desktop command line to your mobile device, designed specifically for system administrators, network engineers, developers, and tech enthusiasts who need reliable toolsets on the go. PROFESSIONAL NETWORK TOOLS Forgot your laptop? No problem. Diagnosing network issues has never been easier with our suite of essential commands: PING: Check host reachability and latency in real-time. Supports continuous ping (-t) and custom payload sizes logic. TRACEROUTE (TRACERT): Visualize the path your packets take across the internet. Identify bottlenecks and routing loops instantly. IPCONFIG / MYIP: View detailed local network configuration (LAN IP, Subnet) and your public WAN IP address with one tap. PORT SCAN: Audit server security by scanning open TCP ports (80, 443, 22, etc.) on any target. WHOIS: Perform deep lookups on domain names and IP addresses to find registration and ownership data. DNS LOOKUP (NSLOOKUP): Resolve domain names to IP addresses quickly to verify DNS propagation. LAN SCAN: Discover all active devices on your local Wi-Fi network. TERMINAL EXPERIENCE Authentic UI: Retro-style green-on-black terminal interface for that true hacker feel. Smart Input: Accessory bar with Arrow Keys, CTRL+C interrupt, and Tab completion helpers. History: Scroll back through output just like a real console. SSH Explorer Transform your Linux server management with our powerful SSH tool. With full support for secure protocols, the ability to save multiple connection profiles, and direct access to server command history, you can connect to and manage your systems anytime, anywhere. Our intelligent terminal features interactive command support, providing a smooth and fast experience for executing both automated and manual commands, ensuring real-time monitoring of your infrastructure PRIVACY FOCUSED CMD runs all diagnostics locally on your device or via standard internet protocols. We do not track your commands, log your targets, or store your history. Your data is yours. DESIGNED FOR iOS Fast: Built with native Swift for maximum performance. Offline First: Many tools work simply with your local connection. Modern: Supports Light/Dark mode (though Dark Mode is recommended for the true terminal vibe!). Whether you are fixing the office Wi-Fi, debugging a server, or just curious about your network connection, CMD is the only tool you need. Download CMD: Command Prompt today and take control of your network.

Screenshots

Simple WOL3 screens
CMD3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CMD at 4.9 against Simple WOL's 4.1. CMD also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). Simple WOL's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, 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. Simple WOL sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CMD asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CMD holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CMD has 120 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of Simple WOL's written reviews are positive against 95% of CMD's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple WOL ships an update every 3 months, CMD every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Simple WOL versus CMD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple WOLCMD
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (9 ratings)4.9 (120 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better94.6% of reviews
Number of ratings9120 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
Best chart rank—#124 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhan NhutSunandan Sekhar Das

Customer experience

Simple WOL

All ratings9 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

CMD

All ratings76 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive94.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.4%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Simple WOL

One-time1
  • Premium$1.99
None

CMD

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Simple WOL free?
Simple WOL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CMD free?
CMD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Simple WOL or CMD?
CMD is rated higher. Simple WOL averages 4.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while CMD averages 4.9 from 120 ratings.
Do Simple WOL or CMD have ads?
CMD shows ads; Simple WOL does not.
Which is updated more often, Simple WOL or CMD?
Simple WOL ships an update every 3 months, and CMD every 10 days. Most recently, Simple WOL was updated on October 28, 2026 and CMD on October 28, 2026.

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