NetScan vs AirDesk
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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/
AirDesk
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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/.
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | NetScan | AirDesk |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (98 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 98 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 11 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Senol Cagir | HelloX Tech Ltd. |
In-app purchases
NetScan
- Premium Subscription + No Ads$1.991 Month
- Premium Subscription + No Ads$17.991 Year
AirDesk
- AirDesk Pro$2.991 Month
- AirDesk Power$6.991 Month









