Comparison

NetCLI vs Learnet

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

Head to head
About

NetCLI

This app provides a portable Cisco networking lab for learning and practicing network configuration. Build custom topologies, simulate realistic IOS terminals, and troubleshoot network issues with hands-on labs and interactive trainers.

Highlights
  • Build custom network topologies
  • Realistic Cisco IOS terminal simulator
  • Guided troubleshooting labs
  • Searchable Cisco command library
  • Subnetting, VLSM, and IPv6 trainers
  • Comprehensive quizzes
Features
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NetCLI is a hands-on network simulator for Cisco CCNA right on your phone. Build topologies, type real Cisco IOS commands on routers and switches, and master subnetting anywhere—no PC required. Designed for students preparing for CCNA 200-301, networking courses, and IT professionals who want to sharpen their CLI skills on the go. BUILD & CONFIGURE YOUR OWN LAB • My Lab: Add routers, switches, and PCs. Connect links and configure each device from an authentic terminal. • Cisco IOS Command Line: User, privileged, and global configuration modes, show commands, contextual ? help, and realistic IOS error messages. • PC Terminal: Desktop-style command prompt with ping, traceroute, and packet diagnostics. • Ready-to-use Scenarios: Pre-built topologies and guided exercises when you need practice inspiration. • Up to 6 devices per topology with integrated lab notes. LEARN STEP BY STEP • Structured Lessons: Guided walkthroughs covering core networking fundamentals up to advanced CCNA topics. • Exam Readiness Check: 15-minute, 15-question diagnostic tests to benchmark your exam prep. • Topic Quizzes: Randomized multiple-choice practice sorted by difficulty. SUBNETTING & IP PRACTICE • Subnetting Trainer: Practice finding network ID, broadcast, usable host ranges, and wildcard masks across 4 difficulty tiers. • Advanced Addressing: Dedicated trainers for IPv6, VLSM, and CIDR calculations. NETWORK ENGINEER REFERENCE TOOLKIT • 200+ Command Library: Instant syntax lookup for VLANs, OSPF, ACLs, DHCP, NAT/PAT, IPv6, and SSH—with one-tap lab tests. • Config Explainer: Paste Cisco running configs and get plain-English explanations line by line. • Troubleshooting Playbooks: Layer-by-layer OSI diagnostics paired with the exact verification commands. • Interactive Reference: Visual OSI model and networking reference sheets. SYNC & CUSTOMIZE • Cloud Backup: Free account syncing to save your topologies and learning progress across devices. • Full Dark and Light theme support. NetCLI is an independent educational tool. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Cisco Systems, Inc. Cisco, Cisco IOS, CCNA, and Packet Tracer are trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc.

About

Learnet

Features
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Learnet is a learning app that makes networking fundamentals stick by "read first, then solve." Every topic follows the same flow: a short illustrated lesson first, then a quick quiz to check your understanding. The lessons lean on hand-built diagrams and animations — packets traveling through a router, an L2 switch learning MAC addresses, the bits of a subnet mask — so the ideas click instead of having to be memorized. WHO IT'S FOR - New IT / infrastructure engineers, and anyone studying for Network+ or CCNA - Anyone who wants to turn a vague sense of how communication works into a clear one TOPICS (24 total) Free: How communication works / The OSI model / The physical layer & LAN cables / MAC addresses / IP addresses / Subnets & CIDR / ARP / L1-L2-L3 switches / Unicast, broadcast & multicast / VLAN / The default gateway / Ping / Routing / Wi-Fi / IPv6 Learnet Pro: Port numbers / Firewalls / TCP & UDP / DNS / DHCP / NAT & NAPT / Proxy servers / HTTP / HTTPS WHAT MAKES IT WORK - Short, illustrated lessons with custom animations - Confirmation quizzes that check real understanding - One topic at a time, perfect for spare moments - A learning streak, spaced-repetition review, and badges to keep you going - Hands-on practice with real commands (ping, traceroute, arp, netstat, curl, dig, and more) so you can see the concepts on your own machine LEARNET PRO (one-time purchase, no sub - Unlocks all advanced topics (port numbers, TCP/UDP, DNS, DHCP, NAT, firewalls, proxies, HTTP, HTTPS) - Removes ads so you can focus on lear The free version includes ads (Google AdMob). Buying Pro removes them.

Screenshots

NetCLI4 screens
Learnet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: NetCLI at none against Learnet's shown. NetCLI also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Learnet's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for NetCLI against 5.0 for Learnet. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NetCLI ships an update every 5 months, Learnet every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
NetCLI versus Learnet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetCLILearnet
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristian Garmann SchjelderupTakuichiro Shimada

In-app purchases

None

NetCLI

No in-app purchases

None

Learnet

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NetCLI free?
NetCLI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Learnet free?
Learnet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, NetCLI or Learnet?
NetCLI and Learnet are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do NetCLI or Learnet have ads?
Learnet shows ads; NetCLI does not.
Which is updated more often, NetCLI or Learnet?
NetCLI ships an update every 5 months, and Learnet every 3 days. Most recently, NetCLI was updated on October 28, 2026 and Learnet on October 28, 2026.

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