Comparison

NetPulse vs GeoMask

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

Head to head
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/

About

GeoMask

This browser extension allows users to precisely control their perceived location and time zone for websites. It offers advanced management of coordinates, flexible profiles, and automated switching based on domain rules, enhancing privacy and aiding regional content testing.

Highlights
  • Advanced location management
  • Flexible geolocation profiles
  • Automated profile switching
  • iCloud synchronization
  • Seamless Safari integration
  • Privacy-focused data handling
Features
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GeoMask is a professional Safari extension designed to give you full control over geolocation and time zone settings. By integrating directly into your browser's workflow, it provides precise tools to adjust how websites perceive your location and time data. This makes it an essential utility for developers testing regional content and users looking to enhance their browsing privacy through a stable and native extension experience. - Advanced Location Management: Create and organize a personal library of precise coordinates. - Flexible Geolocation Profiles: Define custom profiles with fixed or random modes. - Powerful Rule Engine: Automate profile switching based on domains or keywords. - iCloud Synchronization: Securely sync all data across your devices via iCloud. - Seamless Safari Integration: Lightweight and native experience inside Safari. Privacy We do not collect, store, or transmit any of your personal data or browsing history. All data is stored locally or in your private iCloud. For information on Apple Maps privacy policy, visit: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/data/en/apple-maps/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://geomask.futurelink.ink/terms/

Screenshots

NetPulse4 screens
GeoMask4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: GeoMask at 5.0 against NetPulse's 4.4. GeoMask also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 33%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). NetPulse's advantage is ratings volume (13 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 and GeoMask sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GeoMask holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of NetPulse's written reviews are positive against 50% of GeoMask's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NetPulse ships an update every 4 days, GeoMask every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
NetPulse versus GeoMask: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetPulseGeoMask
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (13 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 8 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB28 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer金琛 张FUTURE LINK NETWORK Company Limited

Customer experience

NetPulse

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

GeoMask

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

NetPulse

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

GeoMask

Subscriptions2
  • GeoMask Pro (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • GeoMask Pro (Yearly)14 Days trial$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • GeoMask Pro (Lifetime)$12.99

Questions

Is NetPulse free?
NetPulse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GeoMask free?
GeoMask is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NetPulse or GeoMask?
GeoMask is rated higher. NetPulse averages 4.4 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while GeoMask averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do NetPulse or GeoMask have ads?
Neither NetPulse nor GeoMask shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NetPulse or GeoMask?
NetPulse ships an update every 4 days, and GeoMask every 8 days. Most recently, NetPulse was updated on October 1, 2026 and GeoMask on September 24, 2026.

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