Comparison

HtmlFox vs Network Doctor

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

Head to head
About

HtmlFox

Edit and preview HTML files directly on your iPhone or iPad. Open local documents, modify source code, and export your work as HTML or PDF. This tool offers instant previews and efficient file management for web developers and hobbyists.

Highlights
  • Edit HTML source code
  • Preview local HTML files
  • Export as HTML
  • Export previews as PDF
  • Search page content
  • Access recent documents
Features
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HtmlFox is a lightweight HTML document editor and preview tool for iPhone and iPad. Open local .html, .htm, and .xhtml files from the Files app, preview them instantly, search page content, edit source code, and export your work as HTML or PDF. Key features: • Open local HTML and XHTML documents • Preview pages in a clean reading view • Search within page content • Edit HTML source code • Export edited documents as HTML • Export previews as PDF • Reopen recent documents quickly • Distinguish same-name files by source path • Works without an account HtmlFox is designed for local documents. Your files and recent file information stay on your device and are not uploaded to the developer. Editing and export are available with HtmlFox Pro, a one-time in-app purchase with no subscription. The app includes local introductory access so you can try Pro features before unlocking.

About

Network Doctor

This app provides a comprehensive suite of network diagnostic tools for iPhone users. It helps you check network status, scan local devices, test internet speed, and perform DNS lookups. Analyze your connection, troubleshoot issues, and export detailed reports.

Highlights
  • Network status dashboard
  • Local network device scanner
  • Internet speed testing
  • DNS lookup and speed test
  • Port scanning
  • Bonjour service discovery
  • Diagnostic report export
Features
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Network Doctor is a clean Wi-Fi and network diagnostics toolbox for iPhone. ▶ Check current network status, local IP, public IP and TCP latency ▶ Scan reachable devices on your local network ▶ Run approximate speed tests for download, upload, latency and jitter ▶ Use DNS lookup, DNS speed test, port scan and Whois / IP info tools ▶ Discover local Bonjour services such as web, printer and media services ▶ Save diagnostic history locally ▶ Export reports as PDF, CSV or text ▶ No account required and no cloud upload Use it to understand your current connection, find reachable devices on your local network, test internet speed, check TCP latency, resolve DNS records, scan common ports, look up IP/domain information, browse Bonjour services, and export local diagnostic reports. Whether your Wi-Fi feels slow, a device is hard to find, DNS is acting strange, or you simply want a quick network check, Network Doctor gives you the essential tools in one simple app. Key Features ◉ Network Health Dashboard View your current connection, internal IP, public IP, DNS status, latency, and latest speed test result. ◉ LAN Scanner Find reachable devices on your local network using TCP connection probes. See detected services such as web, file sharing, and other reachable TCP ports. ◉ Speed Test Measure approximate download speed, upload speed, latency, and jitter using real network data. ◉ TCP Ping / Latency Check connection timing to a host and port. Designed for iOS using TCP connection timing instead of ICMP ping. ◉ DNS Lookup Resolve A, AAAA, MX, TXT, and NS records for domains. ◉ DNS Speed Test Compare DNS-over-HTTPS response timing and see which resolver responds faster. ◉ Port Scan Check common, web, mail, or custom TCP ports for a specific host. ◉ Whois / IP Info Look up domain and IP information for quick network reference. ◉ Bonjour Browser Discover local Bonjour services such as web, printer, media, and file sharing services. ◉ History & Reports Save diagnostic records and export reports as PDF, CSV, or text through the iOS share sheet. ◉ Privacy Friendly Network Doctor does not require an account. Reports are generated locally. LAN scan and Bonjour browsing only start when you choose to run them. The app does not collect MAC addresses or vendor tracking information. Network tests may use network data, and speed tests send random test data only for measurement. Results are approximate and can vary based on your Wi-Fi, router, ISP, endpoint availability, and current network conditions.

Screenshots

HtmlFox2 screens
Network Doctor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: HtmlFox at Free against Network Doctor's $6.99. Network Doctor's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (5 vs 1). On rating, ads and device support 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

HtmlFox is free to download; Network Doctor costs $6.99 up front. HtmlFox sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Network Doctor asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for HtmlFox against 5.0 for Network Doctor. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Doctor has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
HtmlFox versus Network Doctor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHtmlFoxNetwork Doctor
PriceFree — better$6.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer旭 罗华芳 张

Customer experience

HtmlFox

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Network Doctor

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

HtmlFox

One-time1
  • HtmlFox Pro$2.99
None

Network Doctor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HtmlFox free?
HtmlFox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Network Doctor free?
Network Doctor costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, HtmlFox or Network Doctor?
HtmlFox and Network Doctor are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 5 ratings respectively.
Do HtmlFox or Network Doctor have ads?
Neither HtmlFox nor Network Doctor shows ads.

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