Comparison

iPerf3 Performance Test Tool vs iPerf3 Client & Server

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

Head to head
About

iPerf3 Performance Test Tool

Measure wireless network bandwidth and throughput on your local network without an internet connection. Create TCP and UDP data streams to survey WLAN performance. Supports client or server modes and generates shareable test reports.

Highlights
  • Measure wireless network bandwidth
  • Create TCP and UDP data streams
  • Survey local WLAN performance
  • Client or server mode support
  • Generate shareable test reports
  • Compatible with other iPerf3 platforms
Features
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This is the IOS distribution of iPerf version 3(also called iPerf3). iPerf3 network tool measure the wireless network bandwidth(throughput) either at Home or Enterprise by creating Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP) data streams, you can survey the performance of LOCAL wireless network(WLAN) by this tool WITHOUT internet connection. Features - Automatically find out the highest throughput among the given bandwidth - Built-in pre-configured profiles to test different application throughput, e.g VoIP - Rich options supported WORKING IOS distribution of iPerf3 - Support running as iPerf3 client or server mode - Customize options and arguments quickly, useful while running multiple times - Compatible with other common platforms' distribution of iPerf3 - Automatically generate test report which can be shared to other Apps, e.g Email - Support from iOS6 and above !!! Note !!! This tool is IOS distribution of iPerf3, NOT compatible with lower version of iPerf3(also called iPerf or iPerf2)

About

iPerf3 Client & Server

Measure real network throughput across Wi-Fi, cellular, VPN, or LAN. This tool helps compare network devices, validate changes, and identify bottlenecks with detailed metrics and advanced controls. It requires access to an iPerf3 server.

Highlights
  • Client and server modes
  • TCP/UDP tests
  • Advanced test controls
  • Shortcuts automation
  • Saved server profiles
  • History with charts
  • Detailed network metrics
Features
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Requires access to an iPerf3 server (local, VPN, or remote). This is not a general Internet speed test. iPerf3 Client & Server brings the standard iPerf3 tool to iPhone and iPad with a clean, native UI. One purchase also unlocks the Mac version. Measure real throughput across Wi-Fi, cellular, VPN, or LAN. Compare routers and access points, validate ISP or VPN changes, and find bottlenecks. Key features: - Client and server modes - TCP/UDP tests, including bidirectional and reverse - Advanced controls: duration, parallel streams, bandwidth caps, window size, MTU - Shortcuts automation + x-callback-url for power users - Saved server profiles and favorites - History with charts and CSV/JSON export - Detailed metrics: throughput, latency, jitter, packet loss Automate repeatable workflows with Apple Shortcuts or x-callback-url (run tests, fetch results, and chain actions). Built for network engineers, sysadmins, and power users who need accurate, repeatable results.

Screenshots

iPerf3 Performance Test Tool4 screens
iPerf3 Client & Server4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: iPerf3 Client & Server at every 5 days against iPerf3 Performance Test Tool's every 2 months. iPerf3 Client & Server also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 31%) and chart position (#99 vs unranked). iPerf3 Performance Test Tool's advantage is price ($2.99 vs $6.99) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.6). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

iPerf3 Performance Test Tool costs $2.99 and iPerf3 Client & Server $6.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iPerf3 Performance Test Tool ships an update every 2 months, iPerf3 Client & Server every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
iPerf3 Performance Test Tool versus iPerf3 Client & Server: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriPerf3 Performance Test TooliPerf3 Client & Server
Price$2.99 — better$6.99
Rating—4.9 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews30.8% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—9 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank—#99 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWei ZhaoVladimir Chemeris

Customer experience

iPerf3 Performance Test Tool

Written reviews13 reviews
Positive30.8%
Neutral15.4%
Negative53.8%

iPerf3 Client & Server

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

iPerf3 Performance Test Tool

No in-app purchases

None

iPerf3 Client & Server

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iPerf3 Performance Test Tool free?
iPerf3 Performance Test Tool costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is iPerf3 Client & Server free?
iPerf3 Client & Server costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do iPerf3 Performance Test Tool or iPerf3 Client & Server have ads?
Neither iPerf3 Performance Test Tool nor iPerf3 Client & Server shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iPerf3 Performance Test Tool or iPerf3 Client & Server?
iPerf3 Performance Test Tool ships an update every 2 months, and iPerf3 Client & Server every 5 days. Most recently, iPerf3 Performance Test Tool was updated on October 6, 2026 and iPerf3 Client & Server on October 9, 2026.

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