Comparison

Scatterbird vs VWS Live

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

Head to head
About

Scatterbird

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This App is used with the Scatterbird remote control birdscarer, developed and made in the UK by Portek Ltd. It provides an easy and secure way of programming the Scatterbird in the comfort of your home, then sending the program to the birdscarer by using Bluetooth when close to the unit at a later time. Many programs can be stored by the app and can be used as and when desired by simply selecting the program and sending to the Scatterbird. The app allows the user to change many different variables. Number of bangs in each sequence, interval between sequences, time during day that the Scatterbird will operate. As well as these functions the app will allow the Scatterbird to have the same program each day, or alternatively a different program for each day. Included in this is the ability to have no operation during some days at all if wanted. Random features are also included. The app provides the most easy and varied features on any Birdscarer of this type. The app can control multiple Scatterbirds by choosing which one to communicate with at any time.

About

VWS Live

This app enables WiFi connectivity for a range of products when paired with a WiFi Indicator. It provides real-time operational data to a web portal, offering up-to-date information for operators. A user account is required for full functionality.

Highlights
  • WiFi connectivity
  • Real-time data streaming
  • Web portal integration
  • Operational activity monitoring
  • Supports VWS product range
Features
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The VWS Live® app when used in conjunction with the VWS WiFi Indicator, enables WiFi connectivity across the VWS product range. This new solution is currently available on tippers and will soon also be available on our award winning overload protection system (VOPS2™) and the Enviroweigh™ bin weighing system. The VWS Live® app provides real time data into the VWS Live® web portal to give operators up to date information on operational activity. *** For full functionality, a VWS Live® user account is required. Users can sign up for an account from the login page of the app. *** Please e-mail support@vwsltd.co.uk or call 0118 946 1900 for further information or product support.

Screenshots

Scatterbird4 screens
VWS Live3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: VWS Live at every 2 months against Scatterbird's every 5 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scatterbird ships an update every 5 months, VWS Live every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Scatterbird versus VWS Live: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScatterbirdVWS Live
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPortek LimitedVehicle Weighing Solutions Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Scatterbird

No in-app purchases

None

VWS Live

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scatterbird free?
Scatterbird is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VWS Live free?
VWS Live is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Scatterbird or VWS Live have ads?
Neither Scatterbird nor VWS Live shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scatterbird or VWS Live?
Scatterbird ships an update every 5 months, and VWS Live every 2 months. Most recently, Scatterbird was updated on September 9, 2026 and VWS Live on September 10, 2026.

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