Comparison

Smart Tools Pro vs NetSonar

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

Head to head
About

Smart Tools Pro

Transform your iPhone into a professional measurement and utility toolkit with 30 powerful tools. Measure objects, angles, and distances with precision, or use utility functions like a flashlight, compass, and QR code scanner.

Highlights
  • Ruler and protractor for precise measurements
  • AR-based distance and height measurement
  • Real-time GPS speedometer
  • Digital compass and spirit level
  • QR code scanner and generator
  • Magnifier and flashlight
  • Audio analyzer and seismograph
Features
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**Smart Tools Pro - Your Complete iOS Toolkit** Transform your iPhone into a professional measurement and utility toolkit with Smart Tools Pro. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast, professional contractor, photographer, or just need quick access to essential tools, Smart Tools Pro has everything you need in one beautifully designed app - 30 powerful tools at your fingertips! MEASURING TOOLS (8) * Ruler - Measure objects with precision using your screen or camera. Perfect for quick measurements when you don't have a physical ruler. * Protractor - Measure angles accurately for DIY projects, construction, or educational purposes. Real-time angle display with degree precision. * Slope - Calculate slope angles and percentages. Essential for construction, landscaping, and accessibility compliance. * Distance - Measure distances using AR technology. Point your camera and get instant distance measurements for room planning. * Height - Measure heights of objects using your phone's sensors and AR. Perfect for measuring buildings, trees, or furniture. * Speedometer - Track your speed in real-time with GPS. HUD mode for windshield reflection. Max speed and distance tracking. * Plumb Bob - Check vertical alignment with a virtual plumb bob. Essential for construction and hanging fixtures. * Angle Finder - Measure angles using camera-based angle detection. Draw and compare multiple angles. UTILITY TOOLS (20) * Magnifier - Magnify small text or objects with zoom control and flash support. Perfect for reading fine print and inspecting details. * Flashlight - Powerful LED flashlight with adjustable brightness and strobe modes. Never be in the dark again. * Compass - Navigate with confidence using the built-in digital compass. Shows direction, coordinates, altitude, and magnetic field strength. * GPS - Track your location with precision. View latitude, longitude, altitude, speed, and accuracy. Save favorite locations. * Audio - Advanced audio analyzer with frequency spectrum, waveform visualization, and real-time audio monitoring. * Seismograph - Detect and monitor vibrations and movements. Track seismic activity and record shake events. * QR-Code - Scan and generate QR codes. Create custom QR codes for URLs, text, contacts, and more. * Level - Turn your iPhone into a professional spirit level with bubble display. Surface and edge modes with calibration. * Mag Flux - Measure magnetic field strength in microteslas. Detect magnetic objects and monitor field variations. * Reader - Text-to-speech reader for PDFs and images. OCR technology extracts text from photos. Adjustable reading speed. * Color Picker - Pick colors from your camera in real-time. Save color palettes with hex, RGB, and HSB values. * Barometer - Monitor atmospheric pressure. Track weather changes with pressure trends and altitude compensation. * Random Generator - Generate random numbers, flip coins, roll dice, and create secure passwords. Perfect for games and decisions. * Lux Meter - Measure light intensity in lux. Professional light measurement for photography and workspace optimization. * Stud Finder - Detect metal studs and magnetic objects in walls using your phone's magnetometer. Essential for hanging fixtures. * Sun Tracker - Track sun position throughout the day. Plan photography sessions and solar panel installations with sunrise/sunset times. * Decibel Logger - Measure and log sound levels. Monitor noise pollution and track daily noise exposure with detailed history. * Frequency Analyzer - Analyze audio frequencies in real-time. Spectrum analyzer with harmonic detection for musicians and audio professionals. TIME TOOLS (2) * Stop Watch - Precision stopwatch with volume button control for races and workouts. Record multiple laps with highest/lowest indicators. * Timer - Countdown timer with volume button control for hands-free operation. Download Smart Tools Pro today and discover 30 professional tools in one beautifully designed app!

About

NetSonar

Discover and analyze all devices on your local network. Get detailed information on IP addresses, MAC addresses, open ports, and services. Export reports in text or CSV format.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive network scanning
  • Smart device identification
  • Detailed device information
  • Port and service analysis
  • Report generation (text/CSV)
  • Modern interface with dark mode
Features
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NetSonar is a powerful network scanning tool that helps you discover, analyze, and manage all devices connected to your local network. KEY FEATURES: Comprehensive Network Scanning 1.Fast IP address range scanning 2.Multi-stage scanning with real-time updates 3.Support for IPv4 networks Smart Device Identification Detailed Device Information 1.IP address and hostname display 2.MAC address with manufacturer identification 3.Device type classification with icons 4.Online/offline status tracking 5.Open port detection and service identification Port & Service Analysis 1.TCP and UDP port scanning 2.Common service detection (HTTP, HTTPS, SSH, FTP, SMB, etc.) 3.Detailed port information Report Generation 1.Export as text or CSV files 2.Save to Files app or iCloud 3.Comprehensive device statistics Modern Interface 1.Clean and intuitive design 2.Dark mode support 3.Real-time progress indicators Performance 1.Asynchronous scanning 2.Configurable cancellation 3.Optimized for iOS and macOS Privacy: NetSonar operates entirely on your local network. No data is transmitted to external servers.

Screenshots

Smart Tools Pro4 screens
NetSonar1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NetSonar at 5.0 against Smart Tools Pro's 3.3. NetSonar also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Smart Tools Pro's advantage is ratings volume (8 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Smart Tools Pro costs $0.99 and NetSonar $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NetSonar holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Tools Pro has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Smart Tools Pro versus NetSonar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart Tools ProNetSonar
Price$0.99$0.99
Rating3.3 (8 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShajir Kalady葆霖 李

Customer experience

Smart Tools Pro

All ratings8 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral18.8%
Negative56.3%

NetSonar

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

In-app purchases

None

Smart Tools Pro

No in-app purchases

None

NetSonar

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Smart Tools Pro free?
Smart Tools Pro costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is NetSonar free?
NetSonar costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Smart Tools Pro or NetSonar?
NetSonar is rated higher. Smart Tools Pro averages 3.3 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while NetSonar averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Smart Tools Pro or NetSonar have ads?
Neither Smart Tools Pro nor NetSonar shows ads.

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