Comparison

404 Network vs GBoy Speed Test

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

Head to head
About

404 Network

This app offers a comprehensive suite of network diagnostic tools for iOS and macOS. It provides professional-grade features for network engineers and security enthusiasts, with options for advanced AI assistance and remote diagnostics.

Highlights
  • Real ICMP Ping with live latency charts
  • Visual Traceroute with hop-by-hop analysis
  • DNS Lookup with multiple server comparison
  • Port Scanner with service detection
  • AI Assistant powered by Claude or Apple Intelligence
  • Remote Sensor dispatch
  • NFC Toolkit
Features
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404 Network is the most comprehensive network diagnostics toolkit for iOS and macOS. Whether you're a network engineer troubleshooting connectivity or a security enthusiast auditing your home network, 404 gives you professional-grade tools in a beautiful native app. CORE TOOLS (FREE) • Real ICMP Ping with live latency charts • Visual Traceroute with hop-by-hop analysis • DNS Lookup with multiple server comparison • Speed Test with ISP detection • WiFi Info with signal strength monitoring • Port Scanner with service detection • Network Discovery with live topology map • Wake-on-LAN for remote device power • HTTP Probe for web server testing • Whois domain lookup PRO FEATURES • 70+ network diagnostic tools • Unlimited saved devices with background monitoring • Full port scan results with banner grabbing • 30-day diagnostic history with CSV/JSON/PDF export • Color tags, device groups, and topology presets • Community speed map — compare ISP performance in your area • Security Audit with vulnerability detection • WiFi Channel Analyzer • Smart Home device diagnostics • LAN Speed Test and Micro Speed Logger PRO+ ADVANCED • AI Assistant powered by Claude or on-device Apple Intelligence • AI-guided Security Audit and Penetration Test flows • Remote Sensor dispatch — run tools from multiple network vantage points • BLE Scanner Pro with GATT exploration and characteristic writing • NFC Toolkit — read, write, and clone-detect NFC tags • SSH Tester, SNMP Walker, Credential Checker • Subdomain Finder, CORS Checker, CSP Analyzer • Packet Crafter, Payload Library, Directory Scanner PRIVACY FIRST • No ads. No tracking. No analytics. • All network data stays on your device • Community features are opt-in with location rounded to ~500m • AI features require your own API key — we never see your data • Full GDPR compliance with data export and deletion TERMS OF USE Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

GBoy Speed Test

Features
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GBoy Speed Test makes checking your internet connection simple, fast, and clear. With one tap, measure your connection's download speed, upload speed, and ping — then see what those numbers actually mean for the things you do every day. FEATURES - Accurate speed measurement — download, upload, and ping, powered by a fast, reliable testing engine - Real-world Experience Ratings — instantly see how your connection performs for Browsing, Gaming, Streaming, and FaceTime Calls - Connection details — view your IP address, ISP, and whether you're on Wi-Fi or cellular - Cellular insight — see your carrier and network generation (5G / LTE) when testing on cellular - VPN detection — know when a VPN is active and affecting your results - Clean, simple design — no clutter, no accounts, no sign-up required, and best of all, no ads (ever) Whether you're troubleshooting a slow connection, checking your new internet plan, or just curious how your Wi-Fi stacks up, GBoy Speed Test gives you clear answers in seconds. GBoy Speed Test is brought to you by Graffitiboy Technologies, Inc.

Screenshots

404 Network4 screens
GBoy Speed Test4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GBoy Speed Test at none against 404 Network's 3. 404 Network's advantage is device support (5 vs 2). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 404 Network sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. GBoy Speed Test asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
404 Network versus GBoy Speed Test: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter404 NetworkGBoy Speed Test
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.2 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size184 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristine MartinRey Santelli

In-app purchases

3 purchases

404 Network

Subscriptions2
  • Pro+ Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Pro+ Annual7 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • 404 Pro$9.99
None

GBoy Speed Test

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 404 Network free?
404 Network is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GBoy Speed Test free?
GBoy Speed Test is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do 404 Network or GBoy Speed Test have ads?
Neither 404 Network nor GBoy Speed Test shows ads.

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