Comparison

PAKEDOU vs Cabling Trainer

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

Head to head
About

PAKEDOU

Features
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PAKEDOU is a simulation app that visualizes network packet flow in real time. Place and connect 14 types of network devices - Router, L2 Switch, Firewall, Load Balancer, NAT, DNS Server, WAF, CDN, and more - on a canvas, and watch HTTP, DNS, ICMP, ARP, and TCP packets flow through your topology with animations. [Who is this for?] - Anyone who wants to visually understand how networks work - Students preparing for CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or similar certifications - Trainers looking for hands-on teaching material for new engineers - Anyone who wants to learn routing, NAT, and VLAN by doing [Two modes for progressive learning] Simple Mode: Packets are delivered just by connecting cables. Routing and MAC resolution are automatic. Even networking beginners can start exploring immediately. Realistic Mode: Simulates real network behavior. Requires routing table configuration, default gateways, ARP resolution (broadcast request -> unicast reply), TCP 3-way handshake (SYN -> SYN+ACK -> ACK), and DNS name resolution. [Educational feedback] When a packet is dropped, the app shows "Why it failed" with an explanation and a hint to fix it. On timeout, a device-type-specific explanation is auto-generated based on where the packet got stuck. [Key Features] - 14 network device types (Client, Server, Router, L2/L3/VLAN Switch, Firewall, LB, NAT, DNS, WAF, CDN, Proxy, Internet) - Color-coded protocol display: HTTP, DNS, ICMP, ARP, TCP - Device configuration (IP/subnet, routing table, ACL rules, VLAN ID, DNS A records, NAT rules, etc.) - Tap a log entry to expand L2-L7 packet details - Manual/auto packet send (choose protocol, source, destination) - Domain-based send (auto DNS query -> HTTP send for real-world flow experience) - SQL injection and XSS attack packets (for WAF testing) - Save/load topology (Free 1 slot / Pro 5 slots) - Playback speed control (0.25x-10x) - Pinch-zoom and pan navigation - First-launch tutorial (6 swipeable pages, each with a built-in Canvas animation) - Starter topology auto-load (Client -> L2 Switch -> Server placed right after the tutorial) - UI in 16 languages (Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, German, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Russian, Italian, Turkish, Thai, Vietnamese) auto-detected from device locale [Free / Pro] Free: 5 device types, max 5 devices, 1 save slot, with ads Pro ($6.99 one-time): All 14 types, unlimited devices, 5 slots, ad-free, detailed log view [Privacy] Topologies you create are stored locally on the device, and the app itself does not send your data to external servers. The Free version displays Google AdMob ads, which collect device identifiers and similar data. See our privacy policy for details.

About

Cabling Trainer

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Master Ethernet cable color order for the T568A and T568B standards through interactive practice and quizzes. Cabling Trainer helps network administrators and students memorize the wire color sequence used to terminate RJ-45 connectors. Whether you're preparing for a network certification, studying for IT classes, or refreshing your hands-on skills, the app gives you a focused, distraction-free way to drill the patterns. KEY FEATURES β€’ Learning mode: Side-by-side T568A vs T568B reference with crossover/straight-through guidance β€’ Quiz mode: Identify the cable type from a randomized wire arrangement β€” instant feedback and progress tracking β€’ Color game: Tap the wires in the correct T568A or T568B sequence under a configurable timer β€’ Statistics: Per-mode accuracy, streak tracking, and color-order familiarity history β€’ Multilingual: Available in English and Korean WHO IS IT FOR β€’ Students preparing for network administrator certifications β€’ IT technicians who terminate RJ-45 cables on the job β€’ Anyone learning structured cabling fundamentals from scratch The app stores all progress locally β€” no account required, no data leaves your device. Light, fast, and ad-supported.

Screenshots

PAKEDOU4 screens
Cabling Trainer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Cabling Trainer at 13.0 against PAKEDOU's 16.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PAKEDOU ships an update every 8 days, Cabling Trainer every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
PAKEDOU versus Cabling Trainer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPAKEDOUCabling Trainer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysEvery 4 days β€” better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS16.013.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size9 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFuji Bit Inc.SiU Ahn

In-app purchases

None

PAKEDOU

No in-app purchases

None

Cabling Trainer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PAKEDOU free?
PAKEDOU is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cabling Trainer free?
Cabling Trainer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PAKEDOU or Cabling Trainer have ads?
Both PAKEDOU and Cabling Trainer show ads.
Which is updated more often, PAKEDOU or Cabling Trainer?
PAKEDOU ships an update every 8 days, and Cabling Trainer every 4 days. Most recently, PAKEDOU was updated on September 8, 2026 and Cabling Trainer on September 15, 2026.

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