Scanner Assistant vs Simple WOL
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scanner Assistant
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The app can be used to configure the mmWave scanner MWD SBP developed by FEIG ELECTRONIC for barrier applications. For this purpose, the app connects to the mmWave scanner MWD SBP via Bluetooth. Among other things, the detailed device designation with serial number and the firmware version are displayed. For commissioning, an assistant guides the user through the necessary input fields in just a few steps. Furthermore, useful information for diagnosis can be retrieved with the app.
Simple WOL
Remotely power on your computers and other network devices with a simple tap. This tool allows you to manage and organize your devices, offering custom port support and easy data import/export for a seamless experience.
- Wake on LAN via MAC Address
- Custom Port Support
- Device List Management
- Import & Export Device Lists
- Remote Device Wake-Up
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Simple WOL (Simple Wake-on-LAN) is a powerful yet easy-to-use Wake-on-LAN app that allows you to remotely wake up your devices with just a tap. Whether you’re managing multiple computers, Simple WOL ensures a seamless and reliable experience. - Key Features: • Wake on LAN via MAC Address: Easily wake up devices on your local network • Custom Port Support: Configure custom ports. • Device List Management: Easily save and organize your devices. • Import & Export Device Lists: Backup your list or transfer it to another device effortlessly. Fast, reliable, and user-friendly – the perfect Wake-on-LAN solution!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Scanner Assistant at none against Simple WOL's 1. Scanner Assistant also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, 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. Simple WOL sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Scanner Assistant asks for nothing beyond the download.
Scanner Assistant ships an update every 5 weeks, Simple WOL every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Scanner Assistant | Simple WOL |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.1 (9 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 9 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 70 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | FEIG ELECTRONIC GmbH | Phan Nhut |
In-app purchases
Scanner Assistant
No in-app purchases
Simple WOL
- Premium$1.99
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