BACSIL access vs NetPulse
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
BACSIL access
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The app BACSIL access is your access key to e-government services of the Swiss authorities (cantons and their communes as well as federal administration). The BACSIL system (see https://bacsil.ch) is a login procedure, identity provider and identity network and is available worldwide for interaction with Swiss authorities.
NetPulse
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NetPulse gives you a complete WiFi and network toolkit right in your pocket. Whether you're troubleshooting a slow connection, scanning your home network for unknown devices, or running a speed test โ NetPulse does it all in one clean, fast app. WIFI INFO & SIGNAL QUALITY See your network name (SSID), security type, IP address, subnet, DNS servers, and a real-time signal quality estimate. Share your WiFi as a QR code with one tap. INTERNET SPEED TEST Measure your real download and upload speeds with a built-in speed test. Track your results over time and compare performance across sessions. LAN SCANNER Discover every device connected to your WiFi. See IP addresses, hostnames, and response times across your entire local network in seconds. PING & TRACEROUTE Run live ping tests to any host and see latency in real time. Trace the full route your data takes across the internet with our TCP-based traceroute. DNS LOOKUP Query A, AAAA, and PTR records for any domain. Built directly into the app โ no third-party service required. PORT SCANNER Scan the 20 most common ports on any host or device. See which services are open and identify potential security issues on your network. IP INFO & WHOIS Get geolocation, ISP, timezone, and organization details for any public IP address. Run Whois/RDAP lookups on any domain to see registration details. SSL CERTIFICATE CHECK Verify the security certificate for any HTTPS site. See subject, issuer, and expiry information at a glance. DATA USAGE MONITOR Set a custom monthly data plan limit and track your network usage by session. Get alerts when you approach your limit. PRO VERSION โ TRY FREE Go Pro for 24 hours free. Remove all ads, unlock priority speed tests, and access the full network toolkit with no restrictions. Pro plans: โข Monthly: $4.99/month โข Yearly: $49.99/year Subscriptions auto-renew. Cancel anytime in App Store Settings. NetPulse is built for home users, IT professionals, students, gamers, and anyone who wants to understand and optimize their network connection. No account required. No unnecessary permissions. Just powerful tools that work. Privacy Policy : https://sites.google.com/view/privacytermsconditionnetpulse/home Apple Terms of Use : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: BACSIL access at none against NetPulse's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
BACSIL access ships an update every 3 months, NetPulse every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | BACSIL access | NetPulse |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months โ better |
| Ads | No โ better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 16.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 149 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Schweizerische Bundeskanzlei | APP TEAM |
In-app purchases
BACSIL access
No in-app purchases
NetPulse
No in-app purchases









