Comparison

Linu vs SubnetBuddy

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

Head to head
About

Linu

Features
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Linu is an interactive messaging hub designed for developers, solving the pain points of "read-only" notifications and privacy risks. It's not just a notification tool; it's your mobile command center. 【Key Highlights】 Two-Way Interaction: Trigger Webhooks directly from notification buttons (e.g., "Restart", "Approve"). End-to-End Encryption: AES-256-GCM encryption ensures only your device can decrypt messages. The server sees nothing. Smart Aggregation: Automatically groups fragmented notifications into conversational timelines based on Group ID. Reliability: Customized sounds, continuous ringing ensure you never miss emergencies. Rich Media: Supports Markdown, images, and videos. Download Linu now and experience the next generation of interactive messaging! Privacy Policy: https://linu.aprilzz.com/privacy User Service Agreement: https://linu.aprilzz.com/agreement

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SubnetBuddy

Features
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SubnetBuddy is a fast, offline subnet calculator and network planning tool built for IT professionals, network engineers, students, and anyone studying for their CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or just needs to crunch CIDR notation on the fly. No internet required. No ads. No account needed. Just open the app and start calculating. SUBNET CALCULATOR • Enter any IP address and CIDR prefix (e.g. 192.168.1.0/24) • Instantly see network address, broadcast address, first and last usable host • View total hosts, usable hosts, and wildcard mask • Get the next sequential subnet with one tap • Supports all prefix lengths from /0 to /32 MASK CONVERTER • Convert between CIDR notation, dotted decimal, and binary • Enter a prefix length and see all three formats instantly • Quick-reference for common subnet masks • Perfect for exam prep and on-the-job lookups VLAN PLANNER • Plan multiple VLANs with custom names and sizes • Set a base network and SubnetBuddy calculates non-overlapping subnets for each VLAN • See network range, gateway, CIDR, and host count per VLAN • Great for designing office networks, lab environments, and homework assignments IP VISUALIZER • Enter a CIDR block and see a visual map of the IP address space • Color-coded grid shows used vs. available addresses • Instantly understand how big (or small) your subnet really is • Tap any cell to see the full IP address TERMINAL-STYLE DESIGN • Dark theme with VibeCMD's signature hacker-green aesthetic • Monospace fonts and command-line inspired interface • Clean, distraction-free layout built for speed • Easy on the eyes during late-night study sessions WORKS COMPLETELY OFFLINE • Zero network calls — all calculations happen on-device • No account required — open and use immediately • No data collection — your network plans stay on your phone • Lightning fast — results appear as you type BUILT FOR REAL PEOPLE • IT professionals doing quick subnet math on-site • Students studying for CCNA, Network+, or any networking exam • Homelab enthusiasts planning their network segments • DevOps engineers carving up VPC address spaces • Anyone who's tired of Googling "what is /22 in dotted decimal" SubnetBuddy is a utility tool for network address calculations. It does not connect to or scan any networks.

Screenshots

Linu4 screens
SubnetBuddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

Linu and SubnetBuddy are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Linu versus SubnetBuddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinuSubnetBuddy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer洁 许VibeCMD

In-app purchases

None

Linu

No in-app purchases

None

SubnetBuddy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Linu free?
Linu is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SubnetBuddy free?
SubnetBuddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Linu or SubnetBuddy have ads?
Neither Linu nor SubnetBuddy shows ads.

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