Comparison

DrayTek Wireless vs WireScan

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

Head to head
About

DrayTek Wireless

Easily set up and manage your Mesh Wireless network. The app allows for intuitive group creation, automatic configuration syncing for new access points, and monitoring of network performance and connected clients.

Highlights
  • Intuitive Mesh group setup
  • Automatic configuration sync
  • Basic WiFi settings management
  • Monitor Mesh node status
  • Monitor WiFi client details
Features
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The app allows you to easily setup and manage the Mesh Wireless network and has the following key benefits: 1. Intuitively and easily setup a Vigor Mesh group from scratch. 2. Scan and automatically sync configurations to newly added VigorAPs. 3. Basic configuration for WiFi Name/password, channel, admin password, TR-069…etc. 4. Monitor Mesh node APs for WiFi signal strength and topology. 5. Monitor WiFi clients with device name, signal strength, real-time data rate…etc. Supported VigorAP models: - AP 802 (since firmware v1.4.1 or later) - AP 805 (since firmware v5.0.5 or later) - AP 903 (since firmware v1.4.1 or later) - AP 905 (since firmware v5.0.4 or later) - AP 906 (since firmware v1.4.6 or later) - AP 912C (since firmware v1.4.1 or later) - AP 918R Series (since firmware v1.4.0 or later) - AP 920R Series (since firmware v1.4.0 or later) - AP 960C (since firmware v1.4.0 or later) - AP 962C (since firmware v5.0.5 or later) - AP 1000C (since firmware v1.4.0 or later) - AP 1060C (since firmware v1.4.0 or later) - AP 1062C (since firmware v1.5.3 or later) - AP 1070C (since firmware v5.1.0 or later) Supported VigorRouter models: - Vigor2765 Series (since firmware v4.3.1 or later) - Vigor2862ac/Vac/Lac (since firmware v3.9.5 or later) - Vigor2865 Series (since firmware v4.2.2 or later) - Vigor2926ac/Vac/Lac(since firmware v3.9.5 or later) - Vigor2927 Series (since firmware v4.2.4 or later) See the video to set up your Mesh Wi-Fi. https://youtu.be/Xf520ku-bUA

About

WireScan

Features
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WireScan puts professional-grade network diagnostics in your pocket. Whether you're troubleshooting WiFi dead zones, identifying unknown devices on your network, or just curious about what's connected around you β€” WireScan has you covered. DISCOVER DEVICES Scan your local network to find every connected device. WireScan uses multiple discovery methods including Bonjour service detection and network scanning to build a complete picture of your network. β€’ See device names, IP addresses, and MAC addresses β€’ Automatic manufacturer identification β€’ Detect services like AirPlay, printers, and smart home devices β€’ Switch to Bluetooth mode to find nearby wireless devices β€’ Signal strength and proximity estimates for each device SPEED TEST Measure your actual internet performance with accurate speed testing. β€’ Download and upload speed measurements β€’ Ping latency testing β€’ Clean, animated progress visualization β€’ Results displayed in an easy-to-read format SIGNAL MONITOR Find the WiFi sweet spots in your home or office. The real-time signal monitor helps you understand exactly how strong your connection is wherever you are. β€’ Live dBm signal strength readings β€’ Signal quality indicators (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor) β€’ Historical signal graph to track changes over time β€’ Perfect for finding the best spot for your desk or router placement EMF DETECTION Use your device's magnetometer to detect electromagnetic interference in your environment. β€’ Real-time magnetic field readings β€’ X, Y, Z axis breakdown β€’ Interference percentage and severity levels β€’ Useful for finding electronics, wiring, or magnetic sources PREMIUM DESIGN WireScan features a refined dark interface inspired by modern design systems. Every detail has been considered β€” from the smooth animations to the carefully chosen typography. No ads, no clutter, just a beautiful tool that's a pleasure to use. β€’ Elegant grayscale color palette β€’ Buttery smooth transitions and animations β€’ Custom-designed gauges and visualizations β€’ Floating tab bar with fluid selection states PRIVACY FIRST WireScan works entirely on your device. No account required, no data uploaded to servers, no tracking. Your network information stays yours. Download WireScan and see your network like never before.

Screenshots

DrayTek Wireless4 screens
WireScan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DrayTek Wireless at Free against WireScan's $1.99. DrayTek Wireless also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

DrayTek Wireless is free to download; WireScan costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 6 level
DrayTek Wireless versus WireScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDrayTek WirelessWireScan
PriceFree β€” better$1.99
Positive reviews0.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better18.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size24 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDrayTek Corp.Polarity Labs Pte. Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

DrayTek Wireless

No in-app purchases

None

WireScan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DrayTek Wireless free?
DrayTek Wireless is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WireScan free?
WireScan costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do DrayTek Wireless or WireScan have ads?
Neither DrayTek Wireless nor WireScan shows ads.

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