# Fing vs TeamViewer Remote Control

The clearest difference is ads: TeamViewer Remote Control at none against Fing's shown. TeamViewer Remote Control also leads on review sentiment (45% vs 35%). Fing's advantage is chart position (#162 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fing sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months and TeamViewer Remote Control sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $619.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Fing against 4.7 for TeamViewer Remote Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 116K and 45K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of Fing's written reviews are positive against 45% of TeamViewer Remote Control's.

Fing ships an update every 4 weeks, TeamViewer Remote Control every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fing | TeamViewer Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (116K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fing-network-scanner/id430921107/reviews) | **[4.7 (45K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/teamviewer-remote-control/id692035811/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **116K** | 45K |
| Positive reviews | 35.4% of reviews | **45.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#162** | — |
| Size | 225 MB | 121 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fing Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1418008243) | [TeamViewer Germany GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/357051969) |

## What reviewers say

### Fing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fing-network-scanner/id430921107)

**Currently charting:** #162 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

Identify all devices on your WiFi network to understand who is connected, check for security threats, and troubleshoot network issues. It offers tools for speed testing, device analysis, and security alerts, with advanced features available through an optional hardware add-on.

**Highlights:** Network scanning and device discovery, Device identification (IP, MAC, vendor), Internet speed testing, Network security alerts, Port scanning and DNS lookup, Advanced device analysis

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Months Ads-free | $0.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Months Ads-free | $1.49 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Ads-free | $2.49 | per year |
| Starter 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Month | $7.99 | per month |
| Starter 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 🔒 Helpful for network security
- 👍 Excellent network utility
- 👍 Easy to use and informative
- 👍 Useful for network troubleshooting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
- 💰 Aggressive push for paid subscription
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🤔 Confusing UI changes

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Inconsistent device detection across platforms
- Speed test functionality not working
- Saved device settings not persisting
- Notifications not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add option to disable ads
- Improve device identification and naming
- Restore ability to view MAC addresses
- Enhance port scanning capabilities
- Add option to select speed test server


### TeamViewer Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/teamviewer-remote-control/id692035811)

Control your desktop, manage files, and provide support for devices remotely from your mobile device. Offers secure access, file transfer, real-time chat, and augmented reality assistance for visual guidance.

**Highlights:** Full remote control and screen sharing, File transfer in both directions, Real-time chat, Assist AR calls with 3D markers, High-quality sound and video transmission, Access computers behind firewalls, Wake-On-LAN support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Business Yearly Plan | $619.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent remote desktop functionality
- 🔒 Secure and reliable connections
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 💡 Useful for personal and professional use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and timeouts
- 💰 Overly aggressive monetization tactics
- 🤔 Inconsistent detection of commercial vs. personal use
- 🤯 Frustrating customer support experience

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and inability to access accounts
- Compatibility problems with older devices/OS versions
- Unreliable remote control and screen sharing

**Requested features**

- Improved multi-tasking support
- Add search functionality for device list
- Enhance iPad/tablet usability
- Provide more affordable personal use plans


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fing free?

Fing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TeamViewer Remote Control free?

TeamViewer Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Fing or TeamViewer Remote Control?

TeamViewer Remote Control is rated higher. Fing averages 4.6 out of 5 from 116K ratings, while TeamViewer Remote Control averages 4.7 from 45K ratings.

### Do Fing or TeamViewer Remote Control have ads?

Fing shows ads; TeamViewer Remote Control does not.

### Which is updated more often, Fing or TeamViewer Remote Control?

Fing ships an update every 4 weeks, and TeamViewer Remote Control every 3 weeks. Most recently, Fing was updated on October 16, 2026 and TeamViewer Remote Control on October 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*