Comparison

TracerouteX vs NetTracer

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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

About

NetTracer

Features
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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

Screenshots

TracerouteX4 screens
NetTracer3 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
TracerouteX versus NetTracer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTracerouteXNetTracer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB1 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperFUTURE LINK NETWORK Company LimitedAlois Oddon

In-app purchases

None

TracerouteX

No in-app purchases

None

NetTracer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TracerouteX free?
TracerouteX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NetTracer free?
NetTracer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TracerouteX or NetTracer have ads?
Neither TracerouteX nor NetTracer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TracerouteX or NetTracer?
TracerouteX ships an update every 2 months, and NetTracer every 2 days. Most recently, TracerouteX was updated on September 11, 2026 and NetTracer on September 21, 2026.

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