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Byter vs TripMode
Short answer
They do different jobs. TripMode (paid) controls which apps may use the internet on a hotspot. Byter (free) shows how much data you use on each network over time, with live speed, speed tests and alerts. They work well together.
| Byter | TripMode | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Paid |
| Usage tracking | Per network, with history up to a year | Per app, on networks you mark as hotspots |
| Block apps | No | Yes |
| Live speed and speed test | Yes | No |
Choose Byter if…
You want to know where your data goes, compare networks, and catch unusual usage early, for free. Get Byter.
Choose TripMode if…
You want hard control over which apps can use your hotspot.
Or use both
TripMode stops the apps you don’t need; Byter shows whether it worked and how much you used.
Questions
Is there a free alternative to TripMode?
For tracking data usage, Byter is free. For blocking apps for free, Lulu is an open-source firewall.
Can Byter block apps?
No. Byter shows and records usage and speed. Use TripMode or a firewall to block apps.