CMD vs Ankra
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.
Ankra
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Ankra is the companion app for the Ankra Kubernetes platform. Manage your clusters, stacks, and add-ons from your iPhone or iPad with native iOS conveniences that the web alone cannot offer. Built for platform engineers and SREs who need cluster health at a glance: • Face ID / Touch ID gate on every launch and after 5 minutes in the background, with device-passcode fallback. • Offline-aware with an active connection probe - the app keeps showing the last view you had and offers a one-tap Reconnect when the network comes back. • ankra:// deep links to jump straight to any cluster, add-on, or stack from links anywhere on your phone. • Native downloads - kubeconfigs, YAML manifests, and platform exports hand off to the iOS Files / Share sheet. • Branded splash and offline screens that match the Ankra design system. • Camera and photo-library integration for attaching screenshots to support tickets. • Optimised WebView - pull-to-refresh, swipe-to-go-back, persistent cookies so you stay logged in between sessions. Requires an active account on platform.ankra.app. Sign up at https://ankra.io or contact sales for a demo. Support: https://docs.ankra.ai Privacy: https://ankra.io/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Ankra at none against CMD's shown. Ankra also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 10 days). CMD's advantage is chart position (#111 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CMD ships an update every 10 days, Ankra every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CMD | Ankra |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (76 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 94.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 76 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Best chart rank | #111 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | Sunandan Sekhar Das | Ankra AB |
In-app purchases
CMD
No in-app purchases
Ankra
No in-app purchases





