Deep Dig

Deep Dig

By Pavel Ahafonau

Deep Dig is a DNS lookup utility that brings command-line 'dig' functionality to a graphical interface. It allows users to perform complex network queries, including trace support and custom server configurations, directly through a simplified query input field.

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The App DNA

What makes this app unique?

For Network administrators, developers, and IT professionals requiring granular DNS diagnostic tools.

What does it look like?

Key features

Command-Line Syntax Supportstandard

Supports standard dig-style arguments like '+trace', '+all', and custom record types directly within the query field.

Multi-Protocol Queryingstandard

Enables DNS lookups across standard records (A, AAAA, MX, etc.) as well as mDNS, LLMNR, and local multicast IP addresses.

Custom Server Configurationstandard

Allows users to specify custom DNS servers and ports using '-h', '-p', or '@server:port' syntax.

Automated Diagnosticsstandard

Includes automatic reverse DNS (PTR) record lookups to assist in network troubleshooting.

How much does it cost?

free

Velocity

Dormant developmentShow more...

3 versions in history. Development pace: zombie.

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Who built it?

Pavel Ahafonau

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User Sentiment

What do users think recently?

How are ratings & reviews evolving?

App Store
3.91 · 23

Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.

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Competition

Competitive landscape for Deep Dig

How's the Productivity market?

The rivals identified

The Analyst's Read

Key takeaways for Deep Dig

Where is it heading?

Bottom line

While the app offers powerful command-line style DNS diagnostics, users report intermittent stability issues and UI hangs during result clearing.

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Marlvel.ai. “Deep Dig Intelligence Report.” Updated Apr 27, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/apps/deep-dig

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