CMD vs Advanced IP Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CMD
This app transforms your mobile device into a professional network diagnostic terminal. It offers essential command-line tools for system administrators, network engineers, and developers to troubleshoot and manage networks on the go.
- Network diagnostic tools (PING, TRACEROUTE, IPCONFIG)
- SSH client for server management
- Port scanning and WHOIS lookups
- LAN device discovery
- Retro terminal interface
- Smart input with accessory bar
- Local diagnostics and privacy focus
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a professional network diagnostic terminal. CMD: Command Prompt brings the power of the desktop command line to your mobile device, designed specifically for system administrators, network engineers, developers, and tech enthusiasts who need reliable toolsets on the go. PROFESSIONAL NETWORK TOOLS Forgot your laptop? No problem. Diagnosing network issues has never been easier with our suite of essential commands: PING: Check host reachability and latency in real-time. Supports continuous ping (-t) and custom payload sizes logic. TRACEROUTE (TRACERT): Visualize the path your packets take across the internet. Identify bottlenecks and routing loops instantly. IPCONFIG / MYIP: View detailed local network configuration (LAN IP, Subnet) and your public WAN IP address with one tap. PORT SCAN: Audit server security by scanning open TCP ports (80, 443, 22, etc.) on any target. WHOIS: Perform deep lookups on domain names and IP addresses to find registration and ownership data. DNS LOOKUP (NSLOOKUP): Resolve domain names to IP addresses quickly to verify DNS propagation. LAN SCAN: Discover all active devices on your local Wi-Fi network. TERMINAL EXPERIENCE Authentic UI: Retro-style green-on-black terminal interface for that true hacker feel. Smart Input: Accessory bar with Arrow Keys, CTRL+C interrupt, and Tab completion helpers. History: Scroll back through output just like a real console. SSH Explorer Transform your Linux server management with our powerful SSH tool. With full support for secure protocols, the ability to save multiple connection profiles, and direct access to server command history, you can connect to and manage your systems anytime, anywhere. Our intelligent terminal features interactive command support, providing a smooth and fast experience for executing both automated and manual commands, ensuring real-time monitoring of your infrastructure PRIVACY FOCUSED CMD runs all diagnostics locally on your device or via standard internet protocols. We do not track your commands, log your targets, or store your history. Your data is yours. DESIGNED FOR iOS Fast: Built with native Swift for maximum performance. Offline First: Many tools work simply with your local connection. Modern: Supports Light/Dark mode (though Dark Mode is recommended for the true terminal vibe!). Whether you are fixing the office Wi-Fi, debugging a server, or just curious about your network connection, CMD is the only tool you need. Download CMD: Command Prompt today and take control of your network.
Advanced IP Scanner
This app provides essential network tools for scanning LANs, viewing IP and Wi-Fi details, and performing ping tests. It's designed for quick network discovery, debugging, and connectivity checks, offering both dark and light themes.
- LAN and custom IP range scanning
- Device discovery with ping times
- Local and public IP information
- Wi-Fi network analysis
- Host ping tests
- Dark and light themes
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Advanced IP Scanner puts essential network tools in your pocket. Scan your LAN for devices, view detailed IP and Wi‑Fi info, and run ping tests—ideal for developers, admins, and anyone debugging or checking network connectivity. ► IP Scanner • Scan your current subnet or a custom IP range (start and end address). • Discover devices on the network with IP and round‑trip ping time; hostnames shown when available. • See scan progress and cancel anytime; search or filter the device list. • Refresh current network info (local IP, subnet) before scanning. ► IP Info • View local connection details: local IP, gateway, SSID, and related network info. • Fetch public IP and geolocation: ISP, organization, country, region, city, time zone, and more. • See flags like mobile, proxy/VPN, and hosting; refresh local or public info separately. ► Wi‑Fi Analyzer • View your connected Wi‑Fi network details: SSID, BSSID, local IP, gateway, and subnet mask. • Refresh to update connection info. ► Ping • Ping any host (domain or IP) to check reachability and latency. • Set the number of pings (1–100) and see results with round‑trip times in a clear log. ► General • Dark and light theme. • Portrait-oriented layout for one-handed use. • No account required. Free to use, with ads to support development. Built for quick LAN discovery, network debugging, and connectivity checks—handy for home labs, offices, and developers.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: CMD at 95% against Advanced IP Scanner's 0%. CMD also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Advanced IP Scanner's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CMD holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 76 and 34 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of CMD's written reviews are positive against 0% of Advanced IP Scanner's.
CMD ships an update every 10 days, Advanced IP Scanner every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CMD | Advanced IP Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (76 ratings) — better | 4.6 (34 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 94.6% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 76 — better | 34 |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Best chart rank | #130 | #105 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sunandan Sekhar Das | Chun Yu Leung |
Customer experience
CMD
Advanced IP Scanner
In-app purchases
CMD
No in-app purchases
Advanced IP Scanner
No in-app purchases






