# 5G 4G LTE Network Switch > Simplest 5G/4G Infomative & Usefull App. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.krystalapps.lteonly.networktool](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.krystalapps.lteonly.networktool) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.krystalapps.lteonly.networktool` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Krystal Techno Apps - **Category:** TOOLS - **Downloads:** 237,031 - **Rating:** 4.06 / 5 (914 ratings) - **Version:** 1.7.0 - **Last updated:** 2026-08-08 - **First published:** 2021-12-27 - **Publisher country:** IN - **Size:** 28 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-12 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.krystalapps.lteonly.networktool) - **Website:** [https://q363b5404.app-ads-txt.com](https://q363b5404.app-ads-txt.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/krystalappsvideo/home](https://sites.google.com/view/krystalappsvideo/home) ## Description The **5G 4G LTE Network Switch** Chrome extension provides a simple and effective way to change your smartphone's network configurations including 5G, 4G LTE, and 3G modes by accessing hidden settings. It supports switches between GSM, CDMA, and WCDMA networks according to your device compatibility. Users with 5G or 4G compatible smartphones can toggle network modes effortlessly to optimize connectivity. Additional features include advanced network information display such as connectivity status, network capability, and link properties. The app also enables VoLTE on supported devices and offers a built-in internet speed test. While the app facilitates easy network mode switching through straightforward steps, note that due to hardware or carrier restrictions, the force switching may not work on all devices. ## Rankings - #146,749 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.MODIFY_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS` - `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.READ_PRIVILEGED_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.READ_SYSTEM_PREFERENCES` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.krystalapps.lteonly.networktool.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Review summary Users appreciate that the app can force network modes like 5G/4G/3G and helps with connectivity on some devices. However, the overwhelming number of ads significantly hampers usability. The interface is often described as complicated, and the app requests questionable permissions. Some users experience poor network speed and audio quality, while others find it confusing or ineffective. Overall, it has mixed functionality but is marred by intrusive ads and usability issues. ### Pros - Allows forcing 5G, 4G, or 3G network modes on compatible devices. - Provides improved network connectivity options during low internet connectivity periods. - Some users report satisfactory network coverage and functionality. - Works as intended on certain devices like Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. ### Cons - Excessive number of ads disrupting user experience. - User interface is not very intuitive or simple. - The app requires unnecessary permissions, such as media access, causing privacy concerns. - Some users report low network speeds and poor audio quality linked to the app. - Several users find the app confusing, useless, or not working properly. ## Similar extensions and apps - [5G 4G Force LTE Switcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.helixtechno.forcelte.networkswitcher) — 42,539 users, 4.20 / 5 - [5G 4G Force LTE Network](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vrprotech.lteonly.networkinfo) — 807,912 users, 3.93 / 5 - [5G 4G FORCE LTE MODE](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.appzia.ltemode.netspeedtest) — 3,919,916 users, 3.84 / 5 - [5G 4G FORCE LTE MODE](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.networkspeed.ltenetwork.force.mode) — 7,190 users - [5G/4G LTE Force](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dm.app.force4g.ltemode.nb) — 415,810 users, 4.20 / 5 - [5G/4G Force LTE Only](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.alfast.force4g.mode) — 843,457 users, 4.09 / 5 - [5G 4G Force LTE Network](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lte.force5g) — 444,358 users, 3.96 / 5 - [5G Force LTE](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lte.force5g.network_lte5g_force) — 3,314 users - [Force-4G-LTE-Only-5G-NR-SMART](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.forcelte.quick4g) — 25,067 users, 4.00 / 5 - [5G 4G Force LTE Network](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lte.force5g.fusion) — 810,991 users, 3.90 / 5 - [5G 4G Force LTE & NR Only](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.d2joy.only4g.lteonly) — 13,975 users - [5G 4G LTE Mode Switch](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ss.force4g.fivegonly.mode) — 6,955 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.krystalapps.lteonly.networktool)