Best Mdns Discovery Apps

98+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated July 2026

Looking for free mdns discovery apps? 17 of our 98+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Mdns Discovery Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Discovery - DNS-SD BrowserDiscovery - DNS-SD BrowserFree4.8★ (67)NoNoJul 2026
2mDNSSharkmDNSSharkFree5.0★ (1)NoNoMay 2026
3KozBonKozBonFree5.0★ (5)NoNoJun 2026
4mDNS UtilitymDNS Utility$0.991.6★ (5)NoNoJul 2026
5DNSecureDNSecureFree4.7★ (89)NoNoAug 2026
6mDNS-BrowsermDNS-Browser$1.995.0★ (1)NoNoJun 2026
7Gefen Discovery ToolGefen Discovery ToolFreeNoNoMay 2026
8Network Intrusion DetectionNetwork Intrusion DetectionFreeNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Mdns Discovery

Discovery - DNS-SD Browser#1

Discovery - DNS-SD Browser by Lily Ballard

Browse local Bonjour services
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.8(67 ratings)
Free
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This utility displays Bonjour services on your local network or wide-area domains. It helps debug programs, detect connected computers, and monitor available services. Ideal for network administrators and developers.

mDNSShark#2

mDNSShark by ShapeHaven Innovations LLC

Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
5.0(1 ratings)
Free
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Explore your local Wi-Fi network with ease. This app discovers printers, media servers, and IoT devices by tapping into network protocols. It offers a simple, private way to understand what's connected and how services communicate, with no external servers or data collection.

KozBon#3

KozBon by Kozinga Ltd.

Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
5.0(5 ratings)
Free
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This utility app helps you find and test Bonjour network services. It allows you to discover existing services, broadcast your own custom services, and browse a large library of pre-configured service types. Designed for all Apple platforms with accessibility features.

More Mdns Discovery apps to explore

4
mDNS Utility
mDNS Utility
mDNS Utility
by Kenny Millar
$0.99

Discover and browse mDNS and Bonjour services on your network. Find devices like printers, servers, and storage, and access their IPv4 and IPv6 addresses. Easily copy network addresses and TXT records.

Discover mDNS and Bonjour servicesFind network devices (printers, servers)View IPv4 and IPv6 addresses
🔧 Utilities
(5)
paid
5
DNSecure
DNSecure
DNSecure
by Kenta Kubo
Free

Configure encrypted DNS services system-wide on your iOS or iPadOS device. Supports DNS-over-TLS and DNS-over-HTTPS protocols for enhanced privacy and security. Easily select or add your preferred DNS servers.

Encrypted DNS configurationSystem-wide DNS usageDNS-over-TLS support
🔧 Utilities
(89)
free
6
mDNS-Browser
mDNS-Browser
mDNS-Browser
Browse local network services
$1.99

Discover and manage Bonjour, DNS SD, and Avahi services on your local network. Filter, sort, and verify network services with detailed insights and direct access to URLs.

Discover Bonjour, DNS SD, and Avahi servicesBrowse by service type with presets and custom optionsView IPv4 and IPv6 addresses
🔧 Utilities
(1)
paid
7
Gefen Discovery Tool
Gefen Discovery Tool
Gefen Discovery Tool
by Core Brands LLC
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
8
Network Intrusion Detection
Network Intrusion Detection
Network Intrusion Detection
by Adam Lowery
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
9
Service Browser
Service Browser
Service Browser
by Csaba Iranyi
$3.99

Discover and browse devices and services on your local network. Analyze network information, including IP addresses, DNS servers, and MAC addresses. Useful for understanding your home or office network infrastructure.

Local network service discoveryBonjour service analysisInternet information display
🔧 Utilities
(0)
paid
10
Katnet
Katnet
Katnet
Mobile Net Toolkit
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
11
NetScope: Network Scanner
NetScope: Network Scanner
NetScope: Network Scanner
LAN Discovery & Device Audit
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
12
DNS Inspector
DNS Inspector
DNS Inspector
by Ian Spence
Free

Perform advanced DNS queries on the go with support for various secure protocols like DoT, DoH, and DoQ. Get detailed, clutter-free results with DNSSEC and WHOIS support. This free, open-source tool is designed for power users needing comprehensive domain information.

Advanced DNS queriesSupport for DoT, DoH, DoQDNSSEC message authentication
🔧 Utilities
(21)
free
13
Network Analyzer Scanner Netty
Network Analyzer Scanner Netty
Network Analyzer Scanner Netty
AR Wifi Speed Test & Security
Free

This app provides a comprehensive suite of network analysis and troubleshooting tools for iOS devices. It helps identify devices on your network, monitor Wi-Fi status, and perform advanced diagnostics like ping, traceroute, and port scanning. It also features augmented reality for visualizing Wi-Fi speeds.

LAN scanner for device discoveryNetwork overview with Wi-Fi and IP detailsPing and Traceroute tools
🔧 Utilities
(207)
free with in-app purchases
14
PetDNS - NextDNS Manager
PetDNS - NextDNS Manager
PetDNS - NextDNS Manager
Profile Manager for NextDNS
Free

Manage your NextDNS profiles from your mobile device. Monitor network activity, block trackers, and fine-tune settings with a user-friendly interface and powerful features.

DNS query log analysisAllowlist/denylist managementQuery analytics
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free with in-app purchases
15
FastDDNS
FastDDNS
FastDDNS
Dynamic DNS & Network Tools
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
SecureDNS Agent
SecureDNS Agent
SecureDNS Agent
Enterprise DNS Protection
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
17
NSLookup Z-Fast DNS Query Tool
NSLookup Z-Fast DNS Query Tool
NSLookup Z-Fast DNS Query Tool
Secure DNS Lookup,Record Check
Free

This tool allows for fast and secure DNS record lookups, supporting encrypted queries and a variety of popular DNS servers. Users can also configure custom DNS servers for complete control over their network analysis.

Query DNS records (A, AAAA, CNAME, TXT, etc.)Support for DoH & DoT encrypted lookupsIncludes popular DNS servers (Google, Cloudflare)
🛠️ Developer Tools
(5)
free
18
NextHub Remote
NextHub Remote
NextHub Remote
Dashboard for your DNS Queries
Free

Manage all your NextDNS accounts from a single dashboard on your device. Monitor connection status, view analytics, filter logs, and even control NextDNS settings. Enjoy a private and feature-rich experience with optional tipping.

Manage multiple NextDNS accountsCheck NextDNS connection statusView analytics and query logs
🔧 Utilities
(107)
free with in-app purchases
19
ISC DNS Checker
ISC DNS Checker
ISC DNS Checker
by Internet Systems Consortium, Inc.
Free

This application tests recursive DNS servers for compliance with current DNS protocol specifications, particularly EDNS(0). It can automatically detect your device's DNS servers or allow manual IP address input for testing. Both IPv4 and IPv6 are supported.

Tests DNSSEC complianceTests EDNS(0) conformanceAutomatic DNS server detection
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
20
tVNS Research
tVNS Research
tVNS Research
by tVNS Technologies GmbH
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)

FAQ about Mdns Discovery

What are the best mdns discovery apps for iPhone?
Discovery - DNS-SD Browser tops our mdns discovery apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 67 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top mdns discovery apps we rank are free to download, including Discovery - DNS-SD Browser and mDNSShark.
Discovery - DNS-SD Browser has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 98+ mdns discovery apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Discovery is a utility app that displays all available Bonjour services on your local network or Wide-Area Bonjour domains. It helps you debug programs, detect devices on your network, and keep track of available services.
Key features include browsing for services on local or remote domains using Bonjour, automatic detection of all available local domains and services, and displaying detailed information about each service, such as its domain name, IP address(es), and TXT record.