Comparison

Pi vs HTTPocket

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

Head to head
About

Pi

Effortlessly manage multiple Pi-hole instances for DNS ad control. This app allows you to enable/disable blocking, view query logs, and manage domains and lists directly from your iOS device.

Highlights
  • Control Center Widget
  • Manage up to 10 Pi-holes
  • Live DNS Query Logs
  • Domain and Gravity List Management
  • Time-Based Blocking Control
  • Real-Time Status Updates
Features
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Pi-hole Switch - Effortless DNS Ad Control for Your Pi-hole Networks Version 2.0 is now here with live query logs and domain management! Compatible with the newest version 6.0 of Pi-hole and up only. Your feedback is wanted! Kudos and compliments? Need a feature added? Contact us! - refer to About Page in app. Take full control of your Pi-hole instances with Pi-hole Switch, the most convenient way to manage DNS blocking on your network! Whether you’re an advanced user or just want a simple way to manage your privacy settings, Pi-hole Switch makes it easier than ever to enable/disable DNS blocking across multiple Pi-hole instances right from your iOS device. Key Features: • NEW - Control Center Widget. Fully customizable with Pi-hole selection and disable time. Full syncronization of blocking status with main app using server push notifications. • Manage up 10 Pi-holes - no additional fees or subscriptions. Life time updates. • Live Activities with server based push updates. • DNS Query Logs - Retrieve 100, 200 or 500 of the most recent queries. Or switch to Live logging - fully integrated for a seamless viewing experience. • Domain Management - Add/Delete, Enable/Disable, View and edit Groups. • View, enable/disable, delete and add Gravity Block/Allow lists. One click update/refresh of all Pi-hole Gravity lists directly in the navigation bar. • Combined view lists for all Pi-holes in both blocked/allowed domain lists and Gravity Ad Lists. Easily find and manage common items between Pi-holes. • Manage Groups across Pi-holes. Unique combined view allows you to easily add, find and edit across your Pi-holes. • Enabled/Disabled Indicators for individual Domains and Gravity Ad Lists. Easily find and enabled/disable. • Bottom Summary Bar for Queries, Domain and Gravity List views. Quickly see total number of blocked, allowed, disabled items and other metrics. • Create your own custom disable times. • Widgets to quickly disable Pi-hole blocking. • Activate/Deactivate Pi-holes without having to delete them from the app. • Seamless Pi-hole Management: Instantly connect and manage multiple Pi-hole instances with just a few taps. • Time-Based Blocking Control: Schedule and enable DNS blocking or temporarily disable it for a set amount of time, directly from the app. • View important metrics such as top permitted and blocked domains. • User-Friendly Interface: Enjoy a sleek, simple design that’s easy to navigate, even for new users. • Real-Time Status Updates: Get live feedback and updates on the status of each Pi-hole instance, with clear indicators of whether your instance has blocking enabled, disabled or is offline. • Powerful Integration: Effortlessly retrieve and manage API sessions for all your Pi-hole instances. • Sleek, Minimalist Design: Clean and modern UI with intuitive controls. Note: To use this app, one to ten instances of Pi-hole Version 6.0 or up are needed. Pi-hole Switch is a third party application which uses the Pi-hole API and is in no way affiliated with Pi-hole. Find out more about Pi-hole at https://pi-hole.net/. Please refer to support page for FAQs for detailed directions on adding a Pi-hole to the app.

About

HTTPocket

Features
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HTTPocket turns your iPhone, iPad, or Mac into your own private file server. No cables, no cloud, no third-party apps. Send and receive files wirelessly between your devices, or share photos, videos, PDFs, and documents with anyone on the same Wi-Fi: laptop, phone, tablet, even a smart TV. Pick a folder, tap Start Server, and share instantly. Includes a Built-In Photo Converter & PDF Toolkit, so you can convert files right where they are. TWO WAYS TO CONNECT 1. From Any Browser Open the server address in any browser. No app needed on the other device. Scan a QR code to connect in seconds. Works on PC, Mac, phone, tablet, or smart TV. 2. HTTPocket App (iPhone, iPad, Mac) Connect to another HTTPocket server using Client Mode for a smoother, native experience. Browse, view, and download right inside the app. 3. HTTPocket for Apple TV Install the free Apple TV app to browse your server and play videos on the big screen, controlled with your Apple TV remote. SEND & RECEIVE FILES (FREE) - Wireless File Sharing: share any folder over Wi-Fi, no cables or internet needed - Upload From Any Device: others can send you files from their browser, including drag-and-drop - Browser Access: anyone connects from any browser, no app required - QR Code Connect: scan to connect instantly, no typing IP addresses - Live Transfer Progress: see speed and time remaining for every file - In-App Chat: message connected devices right from the app - Custom Port: set your own port to fit your network - See Who's Connected: know how many devices are connected - Search & Thumbnails: find files fast, with instant previews - Slideshow: flip through a folder's photos without downloading them - Custom Video Player: play videos in the browser, no downloading needed - Download as Zip: grab a folder or several files as one .zip BROWSE ANOTHER DEVICE (FREE, CLIENT MODE) Skip the browser and connect to another HTTPocket server for a true native app experience, built right in. - Connect in one tap or QR scan - Fast native file browser, no tabs, no page loads - Native video player: switch audio and subtitles, change speed, resume where you left off - View photos with zoom, pan, and fit-to-screen - Read PDFs in a full-screen native viewer - Open text and HTML files without saving them - Save logins for password-protected servers - Remembers recent servers for quick reconnecting - Full Dark Mode support BUILT-IN PHOTO CONVERTER & PDF TOOLKIT No separate app, nothing uploaded. Everything happens on your device. - Photo Converter: JPG, PNG, HEIC, WebP, plus resize, crop, and compress - PDF Toolkit: combine images to PDF, merge, compress, rotate, split pages, or convert to and from Word, Excel, PowerPoint Try each tool free, 3 conversions each, then upgrade to Pro for unlimited use. HTTPOCKET PRO - File Management: create, rename, and delete files from the browser - Bulk Actions: select multiple files to move or delete - Password Protection: lock your server with a username and password - Multi-User Logins: separate logins for different people - Unlimited Conversions: no cap on Photo and PDF tools Available as Monthly, Yearly, or one-time Lifetime purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled 24 hours before the period ends. YOUR FILES STAY YOURS - Everything happens on your local Wi-Fi, nothing sent to an outside server - No account or sign-up needed, no internet connection required - Conversions happen entirely on your device, never uploaded anywhere - Built with Apple's own frameworks, no third-party dependencies By subscribing, you agree to Apple's standard Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://httpocket.pntapps.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://httpocket.pntapps.com/terms-and-conditions

Screenshots

Pi4 screens
HTTPocket4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: HTTPocket at Free against Pi's $5.99. HTTPocket also leads on device support (4 vs 1). Pi's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 10 days). On ads 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

HTTPocket is free to download; Pi costs $5.99 up front. HTTPocket sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Pi asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pi ships an update every 2 days, HTTPocket every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Pi versus HTTPocket: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPiHTTPocket
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS26.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSoomaa Strategies Ltd.Md Imran Ansari

In-app purchases

None

Pi

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

HTTPocket

Subscriptions2
  • HTTPocket Pro - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • HTTPocket Pro - Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • HTTPPocket Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is Pi free?
Pi costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is HTTPocket free?
HTTPocket is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pi or HTTPocket have ads?
Neither Pi nor HTTPocket shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pi or HTTPocket?
Pi ships an update every 2 days, and HTTPocket every 10 days. Most recently, Pi was updated on October 3, 2026 and HTTPocket on October 9, 2026.

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