CMD vs Kali Strike
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.
Kali Strike
A mobile reference for cybersecurity professionals and ethical hackers. It provides essential tools and information for penetration testing, certification preparation, and learning hacking techniques. Designed for on-the-go access, it consolidates necessary resources into a single application.
- Comprehensive reference tool
- For penetration testers
- For ethical hackers
- Cybersecurity professional resource
- Certification preparation aid
- Learning hacking techniques
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Kali Strike is the most comprehensive mobile reference tool for penetration testers, ethical hackers, and cybersecurity professionals. Whether you're on an active engagement, preparing for a certification, or learning the craft — Kali Strike puts everything you need in one sleek, powerful app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: CMD at Free against Kali Strike's $3.99. CMD also leads on review sentiment (95% vs 50%) and rating (5.0 vs 3.7). Kali Strike's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases, chart position and iOS requirement 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
CMD is free to download; Kali Strike costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CMD holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CMD has 76 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of CMD's written reviews are positive against 50% of Kali Strike's.
| Parameter | CMD | Kali Strike |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $3.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (76 ratings) — better | 3.7 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 94.6% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 76 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #119 — better | #182 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sunandan Sekhar Das | DYLAN JOHNS |
Customer experience
CMD
Kali Strike
In-app purchases
CMD
No in-app purchases
Kali Strike
No in-app purchases
