Comparison

CMD vs Probe

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

Probe

Features
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Probe is a simple SSH client for people who just want to get the job done. Open it, tap a host, get a shell. That's it. What's in the box • A host has more than one address — Probe lets you list a few (LAN, public, whatever) and picks a sensible one based on the network you're on. • Remembers what worked — once an endpoint connects on a given network, that's the one it tries first next time. • Warns when something's off — like trying to reach a private address with no VPN up. • Pins host fingerprints — if a server's identity changes, you decide whether to trust it. • Keys live in the iOS Keychain — they don't leave your device. • A keyboard row that actually has Ctrl, Esc, Tab, arrows, and pipes where your thumb can reach them. What's not in the box No accounts. No tracking. No ads. No syncing. No "pro" tier. Your hosts and keys stay on your phone. Requirements • iOS 17 or later • An Ed25519 SSH key — Probe imports an OpenSSH-format key, or generates one for you.

Screenshots

CMD3 screens
Probe3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Probe at none against CMD's shown. Probe also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 10 days). CMD's advantage is chart position (#94 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CMD ships an update every 10 days, Probe every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
CMD versus Probe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCMDProbe
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (76 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews94.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings76 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
Best chart rank#94 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSunandan Sekhar DasPedro Almeida

In-app purchases

None

CMD

No in-app purchases

None

Probe

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CMD free?
CMD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Probe free?
Probe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CMD or Probe have ads?
CMD shows ads; Probe does not.
Which is updated more often, CMD or Probe?
CMD ships an update every 10 days, and Probe every 2 days. Most recently, CMD was updated on October 1, 2026 and Probe on September 17, 2026.

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