Comparison

WrtHub vs NetPulse

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

Head to head
About

WrtHub

Manage multiple OpenWrt/ImmortalWrt devices remotely. Monitor device status, network connections, and system load. Features include Wi-Fi management, firmware updates, and device blocking.

Highlights
  • Multi-device management
  • Wi-Fi management
  • Real-time status monitoring
  • Firmware backup and restore
  • Firmware flashing
  • Device blocking
Features
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Smart OpenWrt & ImmortalWrt Manager Manage your OpenWrt and ImmortalWrt routers with ease. • Manage multiple routers from a single app • Monitor system status, traffic, and connected devices in real time • Configure and manage Wi-Fi networks • Backup, restore, and upgrade firmware • Block unwanted devices with one tap • Extend functionality with plugin support • Secure remote access via HTTPS Everything you need to monitor, configure, and control your routers—anytime, anywhere.

About

NetPulse

A powerful network diagnostic suite for professionals. It offers advanced tools like ping, traceroute, DNS queries, and LAN scanning to troubleshoot and analyze network performance. Features include one-tap audits, visual traceroutes, and detailed history logs.

Highlights
  • One-tap network audits (Ping, TCP, DNS, Traceroute)
  • Visual traceroute with IP geolocation
  • LAN and Port scanning
  • Detailed DNS record querying
  • HTTP request inspection
  • Global service latency testing
  • Professional speed tests
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NetPulse - The High-Performance Network Diagnostic Suite Designed for network engineers, sysadmins, and developers, NetPulse provides a comprehensive "Swiss Army Knife" for troubleshooting and performance analysis. 【Advanced Diagnostics】 • One-Tap Audit: Run Ping, TCP, DNS, and Traceroute simultaneously to locate bottlenecks instantly. • Pro Ping: High-precision latency testing with customizable packet size and intervals. • Visual Traceroute: Trace paths with per-hop latency and IP geolocation. 【Network & Security Tools】 • LAN Scanner: Discover all devices on your subnet; view IP/MAC and vendor info. • Port Scanner: Batch scan TCP/UDP ports to verify service availability. • DNS Deep-Dive: Query A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, and NS records with custom server support. 【Performance & App Testing】 • HTTP Request Tool: Inspect status codes, headers, and response body metrics. • Service Latency: Real-time access testing for global platforms (GitHub, Netflix, YouTube). • Professional Speed Test: Measure bandwidth, jitter, and packet loss with industry accuracy. 【System & Intelligence】 • IP/MAC Lookup: Instant geolocation and manufacturer OUI data. • History & Analytics: Auto-save test records with detailed filtering and 14-day auto-cleanup. Why Choose NetPulse? • No Bloat: Only 7MB. • Pro UI: Dark Mode & optimized for technical workflows. • Privacy First: No tracking, no ads. This app uses the Apple Standard End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

WrtHub4 screens
NetPulse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: WrtHub at 100% against NetPulse's 33%. WrtHub also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). NetPulse's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. NetPulse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 3 months. WrtHub asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

WrtHub holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of WrtHub's written reviews are positive against 33% of NetPulse's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WrtHub ships an update every 4 weeks, NetPulse every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
WrtHub versus NetPulse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWrtHubNetPulse
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (28 ratings) — better4.4 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings28 — better13
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer洪月 王金琛 张

Customer experience

WrtHub

All ratings23 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

NetPulse

All ratings10 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

None

WrtHub

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

NetPulse

Subscriptions2
  • NetToolBox Premium (Quarterly)$2.993 Months
  • Yearly Pro$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$29.99

Questions

Is WrtHub free?
WrtHub is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NetPulse free?
NetPulse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, WrtHub or NetPulse?
WrtHub is rated higher. WrtHub averages 4.8 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while NetPulse averages 4.4 from 13 ratings.
Do WrtHub or NetPulse have ads?
Neither WrtHub nor NetPulse shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WrtHub or NetPulse?
WrtHub ships an update every 4 weeks, and NetPulse every 4 days. Most recently, WrtHub was updated on October 24, 2026 and NetPulse on October 16, 2026.

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