Comparison

Scany vs Network Utility Pro

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

Head to head
About

Scany

Diagnose and resolve network issues with a comprehensive suite of tools. Discover connected devices, analyze network paths, and perform in-depth lookups for IP addresses and domains.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi/LAN and Internet network scanning
  • Device detection with IP, vendor, and country info
  • Ping and traceroute with path visualization
  • Port scanner for TCP/UDP ports
  • Deep WHOIS and DNS lookup tools
  • Wake-on-LAN functionality
Features
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Scany is the Swiss army knife of apps for home, office, corporate LAN and Wi-Fi hotspot owners, network administrators, security specialists, developers and everyone who needs to diagnose and resolve network issues and easily do everyday network tasks. Scany finds computers and devices connected to a LAN or Wi-Fi shows their names, addresses and manufacturers, and includes a wide set of network analysis tools, specially crafted to transcend existing analogs, including ping, trace, WHOIS, DNS lookup, port scanner and many more. Built from the ground up for mobile by an experienced network administrator, Scany outmatches other apps in many respects. WI-FI LAN & INTERNET SCANNER · Wi-Fi/LAN and custom/Internet network ranges scanning · detection of all network devices + hidden · IP addresses, vendor names, IP countries info and more · Bonjour, mDNS, Mac OS X and iOS network names · NetBIOS, Samba, LLNMR and Windows PC network names · UPnP and SSDP/DLNA device network names · Unicode and international network names support · device models detection (on OS X and iOS) · shared printers detection (on OS X) · "online", "firewalled" and other host states detection · superfast smart algorithms optimized for huge networks INSTANT LAN/WI-FI BROWSER/LOOKUP · instant detection of all network names on LAN/Wi-Fi · no need for a full deep network scan for a quick LAN overview · instant IP lookup by a LAN hostname (or vice versa) · type in (non-DNS) LAN hostname in almost all built-in tools · works with all supported Mac, PC and device names PING & TRACEROUTE · real-time network path traceroute monitor and ping · network path bottlenecks and packet loss visualization · IPs, hostnames and info for each hop · reverse hostnames, AS numbers and countries info · multi-node and multi-path hops detection PORT SCANNER · superfast detection of predefined and custom ports · open, filtered/firewalled and closed TCP/UDP ports detection · detection of extra services/ports with protocol level probes DEEP WHOIS LOOKUP AND TRACE · WHOIS of any IP, domain or AS number · IPv4 and IPv6 WHOIS support · all top level domains (TLD) support · support for all internationalized domain names (IDN) · support for WHOIS trace across a chain of WHOIS servers · custom servers usage (type "-h host" in query) · custom ports usage (type "-p port" in query) DNS DIG, LOOKUP AND TRACE · support for A, AAAA, ANY, CNAME, PTR, NS, MX, SOA, SRV records · support for "-t type" option or just add record type into query · support for "+trace" and "+all" options typed in query/hostname field · support for custom DNS server and port via "-h host" and "-p port" options · support for DNS queries to local multicast IP addresses (automatically) WAKE ON LAN, WI-FI OR OVER INTERNET · wake on LAN/Wi-Fi or cellular/Internet · detection of router external IP for pre-saved/pre-scanned hosts NETWORK INFORMATION · Wi-Fi IP address and network mask info, SSID, BSSID · cellular and VPN IP addresses and network masks · external router IP address detection · default gateway/router IP address detection · DNS servers detection EXTENSIVE EXPORT, IMPORT AND HISTORY · copy and email all data and history · export and import separate hosts, entire or all groups · export separate lists of Bonjour, PC, UPnP/SSDP or a list of all hostnames · export a list of free IP addresses · export a list of busy IP addresses · export text and .SCANY files via email as attachments · open .SCANY files from email in Scany or Net Status · export as text, .TXT and/or .CSV files via email · choose data fields to export MORE · regular updates and careful support · universal binary for all devices · demo videos on our site: http://j.mp/scany_vids

About

Network Utility Pro

This app provides a comprehensive suite of network analysis tools for easy understanding and management of your local and cellular network connections. Monitor data usage, scan your Wi-Fi, and perform detailed lookups for IP addresses and domain names.

Highlights
  • Network Information
  • Cellular Data Monitor
  • LAN Scanner
  • Ping Tool
  • Geo IP Lookup
  • DNS Lookup (DIG)
  • WHOIS Lookup
  • Widget Support
Features
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Keep under control your network with Network Utility, an user friendly set of network tools that will help you to analyze your LAN, and not only that. ► NETWORK INFO A complete and easy to understand report of your device's network interfaces. In that tab you'll find information like the IP, IPv6, other addresses or the data usage statistics about your Wi-Fi, Internet or Cellular connection (if any). ► CELLULAR DATA MONITOR Don't lose sight of your data usage, with four taps you'll have a data monitor configured and ready to use. The following data usage plans' period are supported: - Daily - Weekly - Monthly - 28 days - 30 days - 90 days ► LAN SCANNER Analyze your Wi-Fi with the LAN Scanner tool. Discovering who is connected to your network and Ping it, is a matter of two taps. Easily manage custom subnets to scan only a portion of your LAN. ► PING Ping a LAN device, Ping a server, ping whatever you want. IPv6 addresses are supported too and advanced options like packet size, timeouts, intervals, etc.. are available and easily configurable. The results of your Ping are available numerically in the aggregated stats, graphically in the real time graph or listed, a row per ICMP response received. ► GEO IP Have you ever wondered where a server or any other IP is located? That's the tool for you, show the location on a map and get additional details like the ISP or the ASN in the details pane. ► DIG A DNS lookup utility made simple. A list clearly shows the result of your query and the advanced options allow you to customize your request from the type of query to the DNS server. ► WHOIS Find any information about a domain name and it's owner e.g. the status, creation date, registrant email and address and many more. ► NSLOOKUP A no-frills textual DNS lookup utility. ► WIDGET * Network Utility comes with an useful widget that brings network informations and the cellular data usage into your notification center, home screen e lock screen. ► EXPORT RESULTS ANYWHERE Every utility has an export button that allows you to export the result of your task to the File app, to the Notes app and many other apps or simply copy the raw textual result. ► MAC APP Network Utility is also available on the Mac App Store as Network Kit X, the same app but tuned to take advantage of macOS. Start a tool on your iPhone/iPad a continue it on your Mac thanks to Handoff and Continuity. !! N.B. - Cellular data monitor is available only on iPhone or iPad with Cellular. - Due to an operating system limitation, LAN Scanner can only show the MAC address of detected devices on iOS 27 and later. Hostname resolution is only available when the LAN gateway is used as the DNS server. - Widgets are updated only at scheduled intervals (e.g. every 5 minutes), so they can show outdated info. Open the app to get info updated in real time.

Screenshots

Scany4 screens
Network Utility Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Network Utility Pro at 4.6 against Scany's 4.3. Network Utility Pro also leads on price ($2.99 vs $5.99). Scany's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 18.6). On review sentiment, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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

Scany costs $5.99 and Network Utility Pro $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Network Utility Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 185 and 189 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 86% of Scany's written reviews are positive against 82% of Network Utility Pro's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scany ships an update every 3 months, Network Utility Pro every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 1, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Scany versus Network Utility Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanyNetwork Utility Pro
Price$5.99$2.99 — better
Rating4.3 (185 ratings)4.6 (189 ratings) — better
Positive reviews86.1% of reviews — better82.2% of reviews
Number of ratings185189 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.4 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPavel AhafonauFausto Ristagno

Customer experience

Scany

All ratings185 ratings
Positive83.8%
Neutral4.3%
Negative11.9%
Written reviews396 reviews
Positive86.1%
Neutral5.6%
Negative8.3%

Network Utility Pro

All ratings189 ratings
Positive87.8%
Neutral4.8%
Negative7.4%
Written reviews101 reviews
Positive82.2%
Neutral4.0%
Negative13.9%

User reviews

Scany

From 185 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 👍 Useful network tools
  • 🔒 Helpful for security and troubleshooting
  • 💡 Comprehensive set of features
  • 👍 Handy for IT professionals

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 👀 Confusing or cluttered interface
  • 🔍 Lack of intuitive guidance for non-technical users
  • 🎨 Suboptimal color scheme and contrast
  • 📱 Lack of iPad or landscape support

Network Utility Pro

From 189 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
  • 🎯 Comprehensive network diagnostic tools
  • ⚡ Fast and accurate results
  • 🎨 Clean and well-designed widget
  • 🔧 Useful for network troubleshooting

Room to improve

  • 💰 Pricing discrepancy between advertised and charged amount
  • 🐛 Widget not updating in real-time
  • 🐛 App crashes on large networks
  • 🐛 Inconsistent data display and frequent resets
  • 🐛 Personal hotspot data not tracked

Bugs and requests

Scany

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Scan results not persisting after cancellation
  • Connectivity issues on certain networks or iOS versions
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to sort/filter scan results by IP address
  • Option to customize port lists for scanning
  • Support for IPv6 and advanced network discovery
  • Improved device/host name management
  • Landscape mode and iPad-optimized UI

Network Utility Pro

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • Widget not refreshing with real-time data
  • LAN scanner crashes on large networks (/21 subnet)
  • Data usage widget shows incorrect information
  • Personal hotspot data not counted
  • Dual SIM card data only shows one SIM
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  • E-SIM data ignored on iPhone XR
  • Location permission toggle resets to 'Ask'
  • Domain analysis tools (Dig, Whois, NSLookup) inefficient
  • App freezes and inaccurate data readings
  • Update installation failures
  • Inconsistent widget behavior across iOS versions

Requested features

11 requests
  • Wake-on-LAN (WOL) support
  • Custom DNS server selection for NSLOOKUP
  • ARP request functionality
  • Traceroute tool
  • Extended ping capabilities
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  • ARP table display
  • Improved Geo IP function
  • Wi-Fi network switching from widget
  • Direct access to network settings from widget
  • Support for unlimited data configuration
  • Real-time widget refresh improvements

In-app purchases

None

Scany

No in-app purchases

None

Network Utility Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scany free?
Scany costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Network Utility Pro free?
Network Utility Pro costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Scany or Network Utility Pro?
Network Utility Pro is rated higher. Scany averages 4.3 out of 5 from 185 ratings, while Network Utility Pro averages 4.6 from 189 ratings.
Do Scany or Network Utility Pro have ads?
Neither Scany nor Network Utility Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scany or Network Utility Pro?
Scany ships an update every 3 months, and Network Utility Pro every 2 months. Most recently, Scany was updated on October 1, 2026 and Network Utility Pro on October 1, 2026.

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