Comparison

Proximity vs netool.io Pro2

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

Head to head
About

Proximity

This utility helps determine the correct number and facility code for access cards or fobs. It converts binary or hexadecimal card values into usable data, and can also reverse the process by generating binary values from facility codes and card numbers.

Highlights
  • Binary to number conversion
  • Hexadecimal to number conversion
  • Number to binary generation
  • Supports multiple bit lengths
  • Supports numerous card formats
  • Reverse calculation functionality
Features
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Have a "naked" access card or fob and need to determine its appropriate number and facility code? If you're able to extract the binary or hexadecimal value then Proximity will do the rest. The first calculator of Proximity works one of two ways: By inputting the raw binary value of the card or by inputting the hex equivalent. To use the binary input, simply tap on the box and type in the binary value. The counter in the lower-right corner of the box will keep track of the amount of digits currently displayed. To use the hex input, tap on the box and enter the hex value. Once complete, select the bit length from the wheel below. This is only necessary when calculating from a hex value. After tapping on calculate, the output will be displayed. If there is more than one system in the same bit length, tap on Next to cycle through the different formats. The second calculator is simply the reverse of the first: 
Input the facility code, card number, select the format, and tap calculate to generate the raw binary value. More formats will be released in future versions so long as the information is acquired. If there's a format not on this app and you have the breakdown information, send it to me and I'll fulfill the request. Currently supports the following formats: 26 bits HID® Standard (H10301) 26 bits Indala 31 bits HID® ADT 33 bits HID® Standard (D10202) 34 bits HID® Standard (H10306) 34 bits HID® Northern (N1002) 34 bits Indala Optus 35 bits HID® Corporate 1000® 36 bits Simplex 36 bits Lenel 36 bits S2 37 bits HID® Farpointe (H10304) 37 bits HID® (no Facility Code) (H10302) 37 bits HID® PointGuard 37 bits Software House 40 bits Casi Rusco 40 bits XceedID 40 bits Honeywell (P10001) 48 bits HID® Corporate 1000® Disclaimer:
 HID® and Corporate 1000® are registered trademarks of HID Global Corporation or its affiliates. This application is not affiliated with nor endorsed by HID Global Corporation. Compatibility: iPhone / iPod touch on iOS 8.0 or later and iPad on iOS 12.0 or later. Found a bug? Something not working? Have a suggestion? Feel free to contact me via email: farren@phoxlocks.com

About

netool.io Pro2

This utility app connects to specialized hardware for network testing and automation. It offers faster configuration, enhanced reliability, and advanced features like SSH automation for tagged and untagged ports. Supports both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth & Wi-Fi connection
  • Network automation via SSH
  • Discovery Protocol
  • DHCP Detection
  • VLAN ID detection
  • PCAP Capture
  • ARP Scanning
Features
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This is the companion app for your new netool.io Pro2. The new netool.io Pro2 hardware is 5 times faster and brings Bluetooth to be able to connect quickly without the need to use Wi-fi. The netool Pro2 is the second version of the Pro line. Time is valuable, so with the faster hardware means faster configuration changes and a smoother experience. Using ether Bluetooth or Wi-Fi you can connect the netool.io Pro2 app to your netool.io Pro2 tester and network automation tool. The netool.io Pro2 is not just faster but more reliable which means we had to write a new app for the new hardware to get the speed and reliability we needed. The netool.pro2 brings the features of the Lite and adds networking automation using SSH. netool.io Pro2's Features - Bluetooth & Wi-Fi connection support - Discovery Protocol - DHCP Detection - Tag VLAN ID detection - Internet Detection - Flash Port Mode - Save Discovery to Tag Discovery - netool.cloud Support - Share Functions - Trace Route - 802.1X Support - PCAP Capture to USB Drive - Untagged Port Configuration Automation - Tagged VLAN Port Configuration Automation - IF/Then Switch Configuration Automation - ARP Scanning

Screenshots

Proximity4 screens
netool.io Pro24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: netool.io Pro2 at Free against Proximity's $1.99. netool.io Pro2 also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 14 months) and ratings volume (8 vs 1). Proximity's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (25% vs 0%). On ads, in-app purchases, 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

netool.io Pro2 is free to download; Proximity costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Proximity holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: netool.io Pro2 has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Proximity's written reviews are positive against 0% of netool.io Pro2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Proximity ships an update every 14 months, netool.io Pro2 every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Proximity versus netool.io Pro2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProximitynetool.io Pro2
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.6 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings18 — better
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFarren DomeniciNetool LLC

Customer experience

Proximity

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

netool.io Pro2

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Proximity

No in-app purchases

None

netool.io Pro2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Proximity free?
Proximity costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is netool.io Pro2 free?
netool.io Pro2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Proximity or netool.io Pro2?
Proximity is rated higher. Proximity averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while netool.io Pro2 averages 4.6 from 8 ratings.
Do Proximity or netool.io Pro2 have ads?
Neither Proximity nor netool.io Pro2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Proximity or netool.io Pro2?
Proximity ships an update every 14 months, and netool.io Pro2 every 8 days. Most recently, Proximity was updated on October 17, 2026 and netool.io Pro2 on October 24, 2026.

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