TracerouteX vs NetTracer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TracerouteX
This app provides a suite of network diagnostic tools, including real-time traceroute visualization and detailed network information. It offers IP lookup, Ping, Port Scan, DNS query, and LAN host scan functionalities. The app also features live network speed display on Dynamic Island and customizable widgets.
- Real-time traceroute visualization
- Detailed network information (IP, speed, traffic)
- IP lookup
- Ping
- Port Scan
- DNS query
- LAN host scan
- Live network speed display
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TracerouteX offers a comprehensive suite of network diagnostic tools within a sleek and intuitive interface: - Real-time traceroute visualization - Detailed network information: IP, speed, interface traffic - Comprehensive tools: IP lookup, Ping, Port Scan, DNS query, LAN host scan, HTTP requests - Live network speed display on Dynamic Island and customizable widgets Experience network diagnostics with elegance and precision. Privacy Policy: We do not collect any personal information. For details on Apple Maps’ privacy policy, please visit: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/data/en/apple-maps
NetTracer
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NetTracer is a powerful network diagnostic tool that reveals the path your data takes to reach any destination on the internet. Whether you're a network professional, developer, or curious user, NetTracer provides deep insights into your network connectivity. KEY FEATURES • Visual Traceroute — Watch in real-time as each hop is discovered, with response times and geographic information displayed instantly. • Dual Protocol Support — Choose between ICMP and UDP protocols to diagnose connectivity issues even when one protocol is blocked. • IPv4 & IPv6 — Full support for both IP versions with automatic detection or manual selection. • Rich Network Data — View IP addresses, hostnames, response times, ISP information, AS numbers, and geographic location for each hop. • Detailed Statistics — Monitor min/avg/max response times with continuous refinement after the initial trace completes. • Recent Targets — Quickly access your trace history and save favorites for frequent destinations. • Beautiful Dark Interface — Designed for readability with a professional terminal-inspired aesthetic. • Privacy Focused — All traces run directly from your device. No data is collected or stored on external servers. PERFECT FOR - Diagnosing network latency issues - Identifying bottlenecks in your connection - Verifying VPN routing - Understanding your ISP's network topology - Learning how internet routing works
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: NetTracer at every 2 days against TracerouteX's every 2 months. TracerouteX's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TracerouteX ships an update every 2 months, NetTracer every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TracerouteX | NetTracer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (7 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | FUTURE LINK NETWORK Company Limited | Alois Oddon |
In-app purchases
TracerouteX
No in-app purchases
NetTracer
No in-app purchases








