Comparison

Scan vs myFirstech

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

Head to head
About

Scan

Easily manage Whelen flash patterns for compatible lightheads using your phone. Browse, test, and assign patterns wirelessly via Bluetooth with a required programmer.

Highlights
  • Browse and assign flash patterns
  • Test patterns up to 20 seconds
  • Access steady pattern option
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Supports compatible Whelen lightheads
Features
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Scan-Lock+ is the simplest way to change Whelen flash patterns. Designed for optimal convenience, Scan-Lock+ features an easy to use interface and utilizes a Bluetooth connection. Download the Scan-Lock+ app and browse, test, and assign Whelen flash patterns right from your phone. Key Features Scroll and Update Flash Patterns Using a Scan-Lock+ Programmer, pair any compatible Whelen lighthead with the Scan-Lock+ app and easily browse, test, and assign flash patterns. Test Flash Patterns Preview any flash pattern for up to 20 seconds. Easily Access the Steady Pattern Enable the steady option right from the top of the flash pattern list. Bluetooth Connectivity The Scan-Lock+ app communicates to a Scan-Lock+ Programmer via Bluetooth connection. Supported Whelen Lightheads Compatible with any Whelen lighthead that supports Scan-Lock+ or the original Scan-Lock. A Scan-Lock+ Programmer is required to use this app. See more at www.whelen.com/scanlockplus

About

myFirstech

This app provides authorized dealers with essential tools for vehicle installation, including wiring diagrams, product guides, and compatibility charts. It also facilitates DroneMobile activation and subscription purchases, along with access to a rewards program.

Highlights
  • Vehicle wiring diagrams
  • Product installation guides
  • Vehicle-specific walkthroughs
  • T-harness compatibility charts
  • DroneMobile activation
  • DroneMobile subscription purchase
Features
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myFirstech is the one-stop shop for Firstech Authorized dealers and their employees. HOW TO REGISTER You must be a Firstech Authorized dealer and 12-volt retailer to gain access to the myFirstech App. Please email orders@myfirstech.com to request access. MYFIRSTECH APP FEATURES • Vehicle wiring for remote start, security, audio • Product installation guides • Vehicle-specific installation walkthroughs • Remote start t-harness compatibility charts • DroneMobile activation • DroneMobile subscription purchase • myFirstech Rewards* *Additional access may be required. WHO IS FIRSTECH Firstech is the #1 innovator in vehicle remote start, security, and connected car technology. For over twenty years, our solutions have been installed in over 5 million vehicles by over 2,000 retail partners across North America

Screenshots

Scan4 screens
myFirstech2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Scan at 5.0 against myFirstech's 4.0. Scan also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Scan holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 8 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scan ships an update every 3 weeks, myFirstech every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Scan versus myFirstech: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanmyFirstech
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better4.0 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings58 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB84 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWhelen Engineering Co.Firstech, LLC

Customer experience

Scan

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

myFirstech

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Scan

No in-app purchases

None

myFirstech

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scan free?
Scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is myFirstech free?
myFirstech is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Scan or myFirstech?
Scan is rated higher. Scan averages 5.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while myFirstech averages 4.0 from 8 ratings.
Do Scan or myFirstech have ads?
Neither Scan nor myFirstech shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scan or myFirstech?
Scan ships an update every 3 weeks, and myFirstech every 6 weeks. Most recently, Scan was updated on September 23, 2026 and myFirstech on October 2, 2026.

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