G-NetTrack Alternative Built for Professional Field Engineering
G-NetTrack Pro is a well-established Android signal monitoring tool. When your engineering workflow requires Layer 3 protocol analysis (RRC, NAS, IMS/SIP), real-time VoLTE MOS scoring, or QMDL-grade log exports, HiCellTek is the purpose-built alternative running on rooted Qualcomm devices.
Disclosure: Information about third-party products on this page is based on publicly available documentation (vendor websites, official product pages, app store listings) verified as of April 2026. Feature availability may have changed — always confirm with the vendor before making a purchasing decision. G-NetTrack and G-NetTrack Pro are trademarks of Gyokov Solutions. HiCellTek is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Gyokov Solutions.
HiCellTek is a professional Android application for 2G/3G/4G/5G network diagnostics targeting telecom field engineers and network operators. Unlike tools based on Android telephony APIs, HiCellTek accesses the Qualcomm DIAG interface to capture Layer 3 RRC and NAS protocol messages, compute real-time VoLTE MOS scores using ViSQOL, and export QMDL-compatible logs — on any rooted Qualcomm Snapdragon Android device. Pricing starts at EUR 249/month per device.
When signal monitoring is not enough
Signal level and cell identity are the foundation of RF monitoring. These five scenarios require deeper access to the protocol stack.
Handover cause codes
A3/A5 event triggers, MeasurementReport contents, and RRC Reconfiguration cause codes are only visible in Layer 3 RRC messages (3GPP TS 36.331 / TS 38.331).
VoLTE quality scoring
Objective MOS per ITU-T P.800 requires audio signal analysis (ViSQOL) or reference comparison (PESQ/POLQA). Signal level alone does not predict call quality.
5G NSA dual connectivity
EN-DC SCG configuration, split bearer events, and NR secondary cell failures are encoded in NR RRC messages, not in signal level logs.
Regulator evidence packs
EU telecom regulators and spectrum authorities require 3GPP-traceable measurement logs. QMDL format provides the required traceability chain.
Private 5G deployment audit
SA registration flows, NSSAI slice verification, and UPF connectivity validation require NAS 5GS protocol capture at the UE side.
Indoor coverage validation
Venue-level RF heatmaps with floor plan overlay require sub-1m position tagging, indoor walk test mode, and per-layer signal separation.
Capability Comparison
Based on publicly available documentation. Cells marked ⓘ indicate features not listed in current public sources — verify with the vendor for the latest information.
| Capability | HiCellTek | Android monitoring tools |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 3 RRC / NAS decoding | ✓ Real-time on device (LTE + 5G NR + EPS/5GS NAS) | Not listed in current public documentation ⓘ |
| VoLTE / VoNR MOS scoring | ✓ ViSQOL (Google Research) — ITU-T P.800, no reference audio | Not listed in current public documentation ⓘ |
| QMDL export | ✓ Native QMDL output | Not listed in current public documentation ⓘ |
| GPS drive test | ✓ Real-time map, GeoJSON, Desktop replay | ✓ KML and GPS log (per public documentation) |
| Indoor walk test | ✓ Floor plan import, heatmap overlay | Not listed in current public documentation ⓘ |
| Dual-SIM monitoring | ✓ Simultaneous dual-SIM, per-SIM tag | ✓ (per public documentation) |
| 5G NR (SA + NSA) | ✓ SA registration, EN-DC, NR-ARFCN, beam-level | ✓ 5G NR (per public documentation) |
| Neighbor cells | ✓ Up to 32 neighbors with chipset-level detail | ✓ Serving + neighbors (per public documentation) |
| Chipset access | Qualcomm DIAG (root required) | Android telephony APIs (per public documentation) |
| Licensing model | Cloud floating license, EUR 249/mo/device | One-time purchase (per public documentation) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does HiCellTek offer beyond standard Android signal monitoring?
HiCellTek accesses the Qualcomm DIAG interface to capture data that standard Android signal monitoring cannot provide: real-time Layer 3 RRC and NAS protocol messages (3GPP TS 36.331, TS 38.331, TS 24.301, TS 24.501), chipset-level RF measurements with per-subframe resolution, and VoLTE QoE scoring using ViSQOL (Google Research). These capabilities are required for handover root cause analysis, VoLTE call drop investigation, and 3GPP-traceable measurement evidence.
Does HiCellTek support dual-SIM monitoring?
Yes. HiCellTek supports simultaneous dual-SIM data collection. Each KPI measurement, Layer 3 message, and RF data point is tagged per SIM slot (simIndex), enabling side-by-side operator comparison from a single device on the same drive route.
What export formats does HiCellTek support?
HiCellTek exports to QMDL (Qualcomm-compatible binary log format), encrypted HLOG v1 (XChaCha20-Poly1305 for data integrity), Excel, CSV, and GeoJSON for GIS integration. The Desktop Companion provides post-campaign replay, multi-KPI dashboards, and cartography on Mapbox, OSM, or Google Maps.
Can HiCellTek be used for indoor walk tests?
Yes. The Indoor Walk Test module supports floor plan import with heatmap overlay. RF KPIs are geo-referenced using indoor positioning (manual waypoints or BLE-assisted). Heatmaps are exportable in GeoJSON and Excel for inclusion in coverage reports.
What is the difference between passive signal scanning and Qualcomm DIAG access?
Passive signal scanning via Android telephony APIs reads averaged cell measurements reported by the modem to the application layer — typically at 1–2 Hz resolution with quantized values. Qualcomm DIAG access captures raw chipset-level log packets: per-subframe measurements, full Layer 3 OTA messages, and internal modem events. The fidelity difference matters for handover timing analysis, MeasurementReport trigger investigation, and BLER/MCS tracking per transmission.
What licensing model does HiCellTek use?
HiCellTek uses a cloud floating license model. A license is not bound to a specific device IMEI — it can be activated on any compatible Qualcomm Android device and released for reuse. Pro plans start at EUR 249/month per device. Team plans (3 devices minimum) include fleet management and start at EUR 399/month per device. A 14-day free trial with full feature access is available with no credit card required.
Evaluate HiCellTek on your next field campaign
14-day free trial with full feature access. No credit card. Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S/A, OnePlus, and Google Pixel Qualcomm models (rooted via Magisk).
Pro EUR 249/month/device · Team EUR 399/month (3 devices min) · Enterprise on quote