Comparison

NetScan vs AirDesk

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

Head to head
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/

About

AirDesk

Features
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AirDesk lets you connect to your Mac from iPhone, iPad, or another Mac on your local network. Start sharing on the Mac, then use the client app to view the screen and control keyboard, mouse, scrolling, zoom, and connection modes. AirDesk is designed for quick personal remote desktop sessions with local discovery, pairing codes, clear permission checks, and a simple menu bar companion. For compatibility, AirDesk can also connect to existing VNC or macOS Screen Sharing setups when you choose that mode. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ For AirDesk Mac control, install the free Mac companion from https://hellox.ca/products/airdesk/.

Screenshots

NetScan4 screens
AirDesk3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: AirDesk at none against NetScan's shown. AirDesk also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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 and AirDesk sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NetScan ships an update every 6 weeks, AirDesk every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
NetScan versus AirDesk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetScanAirDesk
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (98 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings98 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 11 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSenol CagirHelloX Tech Ltd.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

NetScan

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

AirDesk

Subscriptions2
  • AirDesk Pro$2.991 Month
  • AirDesk Power$6.991 Month

Questions

Is NetScan free?
NetScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AirDesk free?
AirDesk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NetScan or AirDesk have ads?
NetScan shows ads; AirDesk does not.
Which is updated more often, NetScan or AirDesk?
NetScan ships an update every 6 weeks, and AirDesk every 11 days. Most recently, NetScan was updated on October 27, 2026 and AirDesk on October 28, 2026.

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