Comparison

DynDnsPulse vs NetAnalyzer

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

Head to head
About

DynDnsPulse

Features
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DynDnsPulse keeps your Dynamic DNS records in sync with your current IP address — automatically, reliably, and without any hassle. Whether you run a home server, a self-hosted NAS, a VPN, or any service behind a dynamic IP, DynDnsPulse ensures your domain always points to the right address. FEATURES • 27 supported providers — Cloudflare, No-IP, DuckDNS, Dynu, Namecheap, deSEC, Afraid.org, Dynv6, Dyn, ChangeIP, and many more • IPv4 and IPv6 — updates both A and AAAA records simultaneously • Multiple providers — manage and update all your DNS providers in one place • Background updates — the app checks your IP regularly even when not in use • Update log — full history of every check and update with timestamps • Test connection — verify your credentials directly in the app before saving • Custom URL template — connect any DynDNS-compatible provider via a flexible URL template • Clean, native interface — built for iPhone and iPad with SwiftUI HOW IT WORKS 1. Add your DNS provider and enter your credentials 2. DynDnsPulse checks your public IP at regular intervals 3. When your IP changes, it updates all enabled providers automatically 4. You get notified on success or if something goes wrong PRIVACY Your credentials are stored securely in the iOS Keychain and never leave your device. No account, no cloud sync, no tracking. DynDnsPulse is the perfect companion for self-hosters, home lab enthusiasts, and anyone who needs their domain to follow their IP.

About

NetAnalyzer

Features
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NetAnalyzer is a native network diagnostics app for iPhone and iPad. Diagnose slow or unstable connections, DNS issues, and local-network problems with clear summaries and technical details when you need them. NETWORK TOOLS • Network Info: View connection type, local and public IP addresses, DNS, gateway, and current Wi‑Fi connection information. • Connection Diagnostics: Check a target step by step through local connectivity, DNS, TCP, TLS, and HTTPS response. • Speed Test: Measure download, upload, idle and loaded latency, jitter, and packet loss with summary history. • Ping & Latency Monitoring: Track latency, packet loss, quality, and trends. • DNS Lookup: Query A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, NS, PTR, and SOA records using system DNS, UDP, DoT, or DoH resolvers. • TCP Port Scan: Test a single port or a common TCP port list. • Whois: Look up domain registration information. • Geo IP: Look up your current public IP or a submitted public IP address for network and approximate location details. • LAN Scan: Discover reachable IPv4 devices on your current local network, with Bonjour/mDNS service discovery. • IPv4 Subnet Calculator: Calculate CIDR, masks, broadcast addresses, and host ranges. PRO FEATURES • Traceroute: Display IPv4 routes and latency hop by hop. • Advanced TCP Port Scan: Scan custom and complete port ranges. • DNS Propagation: Compare DNS responses from 18 public resolvers queried directly from your device. • SSL/TLS Inspector: View certificate chains, system trust, SAN matching, protocol, cipher, and expiry status. • HTTPS Request Tester: Send requests and inspect headers, redirects, and response content. • Wi‑Fi Analysis: View current Wi‑Fi settings, gateway latency, and interface traffic. • Bluetooth Signal Analysis: Passively scan nearby BLE advertisements without connecting or pairing. • IP DNSBL Check: Query 20 built-in blocklists for IPv4 addresses. • No ads with Pro. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

DynDnsPulse3 screens
NetAnalyzer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DynDnsPulse at none against NetAnalyzer's 3. NetAnalyzer's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. NetAnalyzer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. DynDnsPulse asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DynDnsPulse ships an update every 2 weeks, NetAnalyzer every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on August 19, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
DynDnsPulse versus NetAnalyzer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDynDnsPulseNetAnalyzer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas Pallusvamosnet

In-app purchases

None

DynDnsPulse

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

NetAnalyzer

Subscriptions2
  • NetAnalyzer Pro – Monthly$2.991 Month
  • NetAnalyzer Pro – Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • NetAnalyzer Pro – Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is DynDnsPulse free?
DynDnsPulse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NetAnalyzer free?
NetAnalyzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DynDnsPulse or NetAnalyzer have ads?
Neither DynDnsPulse nor NetAnalyzer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DynDnsPulse or NetAnalyzer?
DynDnsPulse ships an update every 2 weeks, and NetAnalyzer every 5 days. Most recently, DynDnsPulse was updated on August 19, 2026 and NetAnalyzer on September 25, 2026.

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