Pockethernet 2

Pockethernet

About this app

Pockethernet 2 is a tool for computer network professionals.
It's a smartphone connected cable and network analyzer that helps you in the installation and maintenance of Ethernet networks.

The app enables you to make measurements with the Pockethernet device, remote control every function and generate a report of your findings.

Ratings and reviews

Initial tests of the Pocket Ethernet 2 device seem promising. I'm having trouble with the VLAN test results though. The manual shows being able to see the inbound VLANs present, in the example there are two VLANs on the port. However, my app is only showing me the outgoing VLAN tagging options. I have checked for updates and it appears to have the newest version. It actually shows a lot more information than much more expensive testers I have used.

What a fantastic tool. The new version of the hardware (and app) provides decent upgrades over v1 and so far, I'm very impressed. It really helps with not only physical cable fault finding but the IP tools and tests can really speed up network troubleshooting. Essential and for the very reasonable cost of €250, you get a lot. Closest comparison I can think of is the Fluke LinkIQ costing over 10 times as much.

I think I was a rather early adopter of the PE2, ive been using it for roughly 3 years. its saved me lots of time trouble shooting, made finding port information easy, and has been its own place in my grab bag

What’s new

v15:
Updates:
- Extend DHCP timeout to 48 seconds for non-portfast ports
- Fix device MAC address display
- Fix UI-related issues causing unexpected termination