Comparison

Shift8 Scan vs NetScan

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

Head to head
About

Shift8 Scan

This utility scans your local wireless network to identify active devices and the common TCP ports they are using. It helps you audit your network for any unauthorized devices by listing all found devices.

Highlights
  • Scans local wireless networks
  • Identifies active devices
  • Checks common TCP ports (21, 22, 25, 80, 443, 3389)
  • Determines network mask
  • Displays found devices in a scrollable list
  • Aids in network auditing
Features
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The TCP port scanner by www.shift8web.ca will scan your local network if you are attached to a Wireless network connection. The scanner will determine the network mask (all the potential devices that could be on your network) and will methodically scan for active devices that are listening on the most common TCP ports : 21 (ftp), 22 (ssh), 25 (mail), 80 (http), 443 (https) and 3389 (Remote desktop). It will display the found devices in an easy to scroll list for your reference. A very quick way to audit your local area network for rogue devices.

About

NetScan

Gain complete visibility into your internet connection with this network scanner and WiFi analyzer. Monitor real-time speed, track data usage, and identify all connected devices on your network. It offers tools for diagnostics, latency testing, and advanced network calculations.

Highlights
  • Real-time internet speed monitoring
  • Accurate data usage tracking
  • IP scanner for device detection
  • WiFi analyzer for signal strength
  • Ping tools for latency testing
  • Network scanner for diagnostics
Features
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NetScan is a small, fast, and free network scanner and WiFi analyzer that gives you complete visibility into your internet connection. Monitor your real-time network speed, track data usage, and scan for connected devices—all from a simple and intuitive interface. NetScan also works as an IP scanner, making it easy to identify all devices on your network. Whether you're checking connection quality or monitoring bandwidth, NetScan has you covered. Key Features: -Real-time internet speed monitoring -Built-in Speed Test tool -Accurate data usage tracking -Bandwidth usage alerts -Supports all network types: 3G, 4G, 5G, LTE, and Wi-Fi -Network connections monitor -Advanced IP scanner to detect connected devices -WiFi analyzer for signal strength and network info -Network scanner for device discovery and diagnostics -Ping tools for latency testing -DNS resolver and Subnet calculator for advanced users Download NetScan now to analyze, scan, and take control of your network like never before! LICENSED APPLICATION END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Shift8 Scan3 screens
NetScan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Shift8 Scan at 100% against NetScan's 50%. Shift8 Scan also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). NetScan's advantage is ratings volume (94 vs 1). On price 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. NetScan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Shift8 Scan asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shift8 Scan holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NetScan has 94 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Shift8 Scan's written reviews are positive against 50% of NetScan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shift8 Scan ships an update daily, NetScan monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Shift8 Scan versus NetScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShift8 ScanNetScan
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.3 (94 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings194 — better
Update frequencyDaily — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStar Dot Hosting IncSenol Cagir

Customer experience

Shift8 Scan

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

NetScan

All ratings94 ratings
Positive80.9%
Neutral4.3%
Negative14.9%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

None

Shift8 Scan

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

NetScan

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Subscription + No Ads$1.991 Month
  • Premium Subscription + No Ads$17.991 Year

Questions

Is Shift8 Scan free?
Shift8 Scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NetScan free?
NetScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Shift8 Scan or NetScan?
Shift8 Scan is rated higher. Shift8 Scan averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while NetScan averages 4.3 from 94 ratings.
Do Shift8 Scan or NetScan have ads?
NetScan shows ads; Shift8 Scan does not.
Which is updated more often, Shift8 Scan or NetScan?
Shift8 Scan ships an update daily, and NetScan monthly. Most recently, Shift8 Scan was updated on September 8, 2026 and NetScan on September 12, 2026.

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