WrtHub vs NetPulse
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Multi-device management
- Wi-Fi management
- Real-time status monitoring
- Firmware backup and restore
- Firmware flashing
- Device blocking
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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.
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.
- 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/
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
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.
| Parameter | WrtHub | NetPulse |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (28 ratings) — better | 4.4 (13 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 28 — better | 13 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 洪月 王 | 金琛 张 |
Customer experience
WrtHub
NetPulse
In-app purchases
WrtHub
No in-app purchases
NetPulse
- NetToolBox Premium (Quarterly)$2.993 Months
- Yearly Pro$9.991 Year
- Lifetime Pro$29.99









