Comparison

SgsEye vs IP Scanner

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SgsEye

This remote monitoring client allows users to view video streams over various network types including Wi-Fi and cellular data. It supports P2P connections, direct IP/domain connections, and offers extensive control over PTZ cameras, including playback, alarms, and local recording.

Highlights
  • Remote video viewing over Wi-Fi, 2G, 3G, 4G
  • P2P and direct IP/domain connection
  • PTZ camera control (pan, tilt, zoom, focus)
  • Live playback and real-time alarms
  • Local recording and multi-view preview
  • Two-dimensional code scanning
Features
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SgsEye is remote monitoring client software with below functions. 1, the software allows the user to carry over WIFI, 2G, 3G, 4G video viewing; 2, the software supports P2P penetrate the network function, two-dimensional code scanning capabilities; 3, the software supports IP and domain direct connection function; 4, the software supports single or four player, multi-channel switching, screenshots, videos, open sound, voice talk, stream switch functions; 5, the software supports ptz's up and down, left and right, focus, zoom and iris control, preset, cruise, pattern and other functions; 6, the software supports remote playback function; 7, the software supports real-time alarm function; 8, the software supports Remote Network remote control function; 9, the software supports local image and local video viewing; 10, the software supports muti-view preview function; 11, the software support favorites and play history functions; 12, the software support update device’s local setting function;

About

IP Scanner

This app helps you manage and optimize your network performance. It scans your local network to provide details on connected devices, tests network connections, and offers advanced router configuration. It's designed for both network administrators and home users seeking better network control and security.

Highlights
  • LAN scanner for connected devices
  • Ping tool for connection testing
  • Traceroute for packet path analysis
  • Advanced router configuration
  • WiFi and LAN detector
  • Router management tool
  • WiFi Analyzer
Features
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IP Scanner is the must-have network management app for anyone looking to optimize their network performance. With its powerful LAN scanner, you can scan your local network and get detailed information about all connected devices, including IP addresses, ensuring that your network is running smoothly and securely. The ping tool measures response time and provides a quick and easy way to test network connection, helping you identify and resolve any potential issues before they become bigger problems. But IP Tools doesn't just provide a way to manage your network - it also provides powerful troubleshooting tools. The traceroute feature allows you to see the exact path of a packet from your device to its destination, making it easy to identify and resolve network issues. And with the advanced router configuration features, you can take full control of your network, setting up your router for optimal performance and ensuring that your network is secure and running smoothly. In addition to its powerful LAN scanner, IP Tools also includes a wide range of other tools, including a WiFi and LAN detector, router installation page, router management tool, WiFi Analyzer , Network test and more.Whether you're a network administrator managing multiple networks or simply looking to optimize your home network, IP Tools provides all the tools you need in one convenient app. With IP Tools, you'll have the power to manage and optimize your network like never before. Download now and experience a better network experience! Check out our Terms of Use and Privacy policy here: https://www.iptoolspro.com/privacy-policy.php https://www.iptoolspro.com/terms-of-use.php

Screenshots

SgsEye4 screens
IP Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: IP Scanner at 73% against SgsEye's 15%. IP Scanner also leads on rating (4.2 vs 2.1) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 months). SgsEye's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. IP Scanner sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. SgsEye asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IP Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39 and 103 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of SgsEye's written reviews are positive against 73% of IP Scanner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SgsEye ships an update every 3 months, IP Scanner every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
SgsEye versus IP Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSgsEyeIP Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.1 (39 ratings)4.2 (103 ratings) — better
Positive reviews15.1% of reviews73.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings39103 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer维林 李PANAGIOTIS KONSTANTINOS KARAGIANNIS

Customer experience

SgsEye

All ratings39 ratings
Positive23.1%
Neutral5.1%
Negative71.8%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive15.1%
Neutral7.5%
Negative77.4%

IP Scanner

All ratings103 ratings
Positive78.6%
Neutral8.7%
Negative12.6%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive73.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.7%

In-app purchases

None

SgsEye

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

IP Scanner

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Access7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Premium Weekly Access$6.997 Days
  • Premium Access7 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$44.99

Questions

Is SgsEye free?
SgsEye is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IP Scanner free?
IP Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SgsEye or IP Scanner?
IP Scanner is rated higher. SgsEye averages 2.1 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while IP Scanner averages 4.2 from 103 ratings.
Do SgsEye or IP Scanner have ads?
IP Scanner shows ads; SgsEye does not.
Which is updated more often, SgsEye or IP Scanner?
SgsEye ships an update every 3 months, and IP Scanner every 6 days. Most recently, SgsEye was updated on October 13, 2026 and IP Scanner on October 16, 2026.

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