Comparison

NetBits vs SubnetMaster

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

Head to head
About

NetBits

This utility app quickly calculates IP subnet information. It provides network and broadcast addresses, usable host ranges, and binary representations for IPv4 addresses and subnet masks. Designed for network professionals and students, it offers a clean, ad-free experience.

Highlights
  • CIDR notation input
  • Network and broadcast address calculation
  • Usable host range display
  • Binary address and mask view
  • Offline functionality
  • Ad-free experience
Features
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NetBits is a fast, no-nonsense IP subnet calculator. Enter an IPv4 address and subnet mask — or just type CIDR notation like 192.168.1.10/24 — and instantly get: • Network and broadcast address • Wildcard mask • Usable host range (min / max) • Number of usable hosts • Binary representation of the address and mask Built for network engineers, sysadmins, students, and anyone who needs quick, accurate subnet math without ads or clutter. FEATURES — CIDR notation input — Binary address/mask view — Copy any value with a long press — Light and Dark mode — English and Russian PRIVACY NetBits works fully offline. No accounts, no analytics, no data collection — ever.

About

SubnetMaster

This app simplifies IP subnetting for IT professionals, network engineers, and students. It offers fast, accurate calculations for IPv4 and IPv6, including VLSM and FLSM, with options to export reports and practice subnetting skills.

Highlights
  • VLSM & FLSM Calculators
  • Network ID, Broadcast, Host Ranges
  • CIDR Notation
  • PDF & CSV Report Export
  • Interactive Training Modes
  • IPv4 & IPv6 Support
Features
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SubnetMaster is the definitive toolkit for IT professionals, network engineers, and students preparing for their CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or university exams. Say goodbye to manual binary math and tedious scratchpad calculations! Whether you are architecting a complex enterprise network or just learning the basics of IP addressing, SubnetMaster provides lightning-fast, error-free results right in your pocket. KEY FEATURES: • Advanced VLSM & FLSM Calculators: Instantly break down networks with Variable Length Subnet Masking or standard Classful subnetting. • Comprehensive Network Details: View your Network ID, Broadcast Address, Usable Host Ranges, and CIDR notation at a glance. • Export & Share Reports: Generate professional PDF and CSV reports of your custom subnet designs to share with your team or attach to your IT documentation. • Interactive Training Modes: Sharpen your binary math and subnetting skills with practice scenarios designed to help you ace your certification exams. • IPv4 & IPv6 Support: Future-proof your workflow with full support for both addressing protocols. SUBNETMASTER PRO: Upgrade to SubnetMaster Pro to unlock the ultimate networking experience! Premium users get unlimited VLSM/FLSM designs, unlimited PDF/CSV exports, advanced IPv6 features, and priority support. Choose from flexible Monthly, Annual, or one-time Lifetime unlock options. Stop guessing and start designing. Download SubnetMaster today and make IP subnetting the easiest part of your job! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

NetBits3 screens
SubnetMaster4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NetBits at none against SubnetMaster's 3. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. SubnetMaster sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. NetBits asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for NetBits against 5.0 for SubnetMaster. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
NetBits versus SubnetMaster: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetBitsSubnetMaster
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVitaly ChurkinAnthony Rubino

Customer experience

NetBits

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SubnetMaster

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

NetBits

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

SubnetMaster

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
  • Annual Premium$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Unlock$59.99

Questions

Is NetBits free?
NetBits is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SubnetMaster free?
SubnetMaster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NetBits or SubnetMaster?
NetBits and SubnetMaster are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do NetBits or SubnetMaster have ads?
Neither NetBits nor SubnetMaster shows ads.

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