Comparison

LanPulse vs NetPulse

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

Head to head
About

LanPulse

Features
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LanPulse brings essential network tools together in one fast, native, local-first app for iPhone and iPad. Scan your local network, inspect active hosts, check open ports, run DNS lookups, inspect TLS certificates, launch a traceroute, monitor latency, wake a machine with Wake-on-LAN, and keep an eye on your infrastructure from a clean real-time dashboard. It is built for sysadmins, IT technicians, consultants, makers, and homelab enthusiasts who want serious network tools in their pocket. Core features: - LAN scanner with detailed host views - Multi-Ping and real-time monitoring - Dashboard with trends and recent network events - Port scanner with detected services - Full DNS lookup - TLS inspector and batch checks - Visual traceroute - SNMP browser - Wake-on-LAN - Wi-Fi analyzer - Whois, subnet calculator, and LAN speed test - Local vault for credentials and TOTP codes Product model: - Free: Scanner, Dashboard, Multi-Ping, DNS Lookup, Wi-Fi Analyzer, and read-only timeline or journal - Pro: Port Scanner, TLS, Traceroute, SNMP, Whois, LAN Speed Test, Watchlist, Vault, advanced exports, and richer widgets - No subscription: one-time Pro unlock with a 14-day free trial Privacy: LanPulse is designed to be local-first. Network data, technical history, and sensitive items stay on the device. No ad tracking, no third-party analytics, and no marketing collection. When a feature needs an external lookup, the action is started explicitly by the user. LanPulse helps you diagnose, inventory, and monitor a local network with a clear, fast, and privacy-conscious workflow.

About

NetPulse

Features
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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: โ€ข Monthly: $4.99/month โ€ข 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/

Screenshots

LanPulse4 screens
NetPulse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NetPulse at none against LanPulse's 1. LanPulse's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. LanPulse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. NetPulse asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
LanPulse versus NetPulse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLanPulseNetPulse
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyโ€”Every 2 months
AdsNo โ€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo โ€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad โ€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size7 MB23 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMathieu InkimoAPP TEAM

In-app purchases

1 purchases

LanPulse

One-time1
  • LanPulse Pro$4.99
None

NetPulse

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LanPulse free?
LanPulse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NetPulse free?
NetPulse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LanPulse or NetPulse have ads?
NetPulse shows ads; LanPulse does not.

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