Comparison

A2DPblocker vs IP Scanner

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

Head to head
About

A2DPblocker

This app prevents Bluetooth stereo audio from automatically connecting on your iOS device. It allows other Bluetooth functions like calls and GPS audio to work seamlessly with your car kit or headset.

Highlights
  • Blocks A2DP connections
  • Defaults audio output to HFP car kits/headsets
  • Maintains default audio output device
  • Built-in iPod controls
  • Audio Playback Queue support
  • Suppresses audio notification alerts (older iOS)
Features
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WHAT IS IT? ------------------------------------------// A2DPblocker is an audio player that blocks the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) (i.e. Bluetooth Stereo Profile) from connecting on a Bluetooth enabled iOS device without completely disabling the Bluetooth hardware. This enables the iOS device to continue to perform other Bluetooth functions like default audio output from another audio app (dictation, audio books, podcasts, GPS, music streaming, etc.) to a Hands-Free Profile (HFP) enabled Bluetooth car kit, headset, etc. as well as make phone calls over Bluetooth, and wirelessly control the iPod with a paired AVRCP enabled Bluetooth accessory. A2DP was introduced in iOS 3.0 and this app simply blocks A2DP from connecting and maintains the default audio output device when it's running in the foreground (including when the screen is locked on iOS 3.1 or later devices) or background (requires iOS 4.0 or later). You can finally disable A2DP once and for all with this app and stop manually changing the default audio output device each time your car kit, headset, or whatever A2DP enabled Bluetooth accessory you have connects to your iOS device. FEATURES ------------------------------------------// - blocks A2DP. - defaults audio output from another audio app to a HFP enabled Bluetooth car kit, headset, etc. - maintains the default audio output device. - built-in iPod controls. - audio Playback Queue (requires iOS 4.0 or later). - suppresses audio notification alerts (only on pre-iOS 7.0 or earlier devices). HOW TO USE ------------------------------------------// 1.) Pair your Bluetooth enabled iOS device with your Bluetooth car kit, headset, etc. 2.) Launch A2DPblocker and ensure “A2DP Blocker" switch is ON. 3.) Add a downloaded non-DRM (i.e. not copy-protected) audio track from your music library to the Playback Queue on iOS 4.0 or later and adjust the independent volume slider to guarantee A2DP is blocked. 4.) Ensure “Remote Control" switch is OFF. 5.) Set Default Audio to “speaker+” / “receiver” / “speaker” to block A2DP or “headset+” to default audio output via HFP. 6.) Play Playback Queue. 7.) Launch and configure your other audio app or begin playing the iPod with the built-in iPod controls or an attached accessory. Now your Bluetooth enabled iOS device should block the A2DP connection from occurring or audio should now be streaming via the HFP connection as long as A2DPblocker is active. Successive launches of A2DPblocker doesn't require reconfiguration and it will not interfere with the phone call function or transport controls (AVRCP). NOTICE ------------------------------------------// HFP enabled Bluetooth car kits, headsets, etc. that only support the phone call function may configure A2DPblocker to utilize the same connection to playback audio (see HOW TO USE). However, the audio quality of the HFP standard is designed to be low bitrate, mono, and frequency limited to voice ranges, which is why music streaming may sound a bit lacking, but streaming dictation, audio books, podcasts, GPS, etc. for example would sound normal. REQUIREMENTS ------------------------------------------// - requires iOS 7.0 or later. - Bluetooth. - microphone or other audio input. - works best with the audio Playback Queue active. CONTACT INFO ------------------------------------------// Please contact me with your questions and/or comments. If you just love A2DPblocker then please leave a review! - twitter.com/gnavicks - dkanem.selfip.com

About

IP Scanner

This app scans your local network to identify all active devices. It offers fast results, customizable device information, and tools like PING and Wake on LAN. Save and manage past scans for easy reference.

Highlights
  • Fast network scanning
  • Customizable device names and icons
  • Save and review past scans
  • PING, Wake on LAN, Port Scan tools
  • Save and import custom device lists
  • Import/export scan results
Features
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IP Scanner for iOS scans your local area network to determine the identity of all active machines and internet devices on the LAN. Powerful results, yet easy, quick and intuitive to use. Key features: * Extremely fast scan results * Customizable results - assign your own names and icons to discovered devices * Save and consult past scans * PING, Wake on LAN and Port Scan tools built right in * Save and import custom device lists, or sync via iCloud * Import/export scan results via email or bonjour * Clean, professional design that is customizable and easy to use The free version has no restrictions at all on functionality and can identify up to 15 devices at a time. * To unlock unlimited devices in a scan, we offer an in-app upgrade to Pro. * For even more features, including realtime push notifications on network changes, a network DVR-style history browser and a true universal app bundle with native, optimized versions for Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and Apple Watch, check out IP Scanner Ultra in the app store https://apple.co/3gz0tu6

Screenshots

A2DPblocker4 screens
IP Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: IP Scanner at Free against A2DPblocker's $2.99. IP Scanner also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.0) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 10 months). A2DPblocker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 26). On 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

IP Scanner is free to download; A2DPblocker costs $2.99 up front. IP Scanner sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. A2DPblocker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IP Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Scanner has 889 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of A2DPblocker's written reviews are positive against 60% of IP Scanner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

A2DPblocker ships an update every 10 months, IP Scanner fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 1 level
A2DPblocker versus IP Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterA2DPblockerIP Scanner
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating2.0 (11 ratings)4.6 (889 ratings) — better
Positive reviews38.0% of reviews60.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11889 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better26
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGnavicksMatia labs, inc.

Customer experience

A2DPblocker

All ratings11 ratings
Positive18.2%
Neutral9.1%
Negative72.7%
Written reviews179 reviews
Positive38.0%
Neutral8.9%
Negative53.1%

IP Scanner

All ratings889 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral3.8%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews128 reviews
Positive60.2%
Neutral10.9%
Negative28.9%

User reviews

A2DPblocker

From 11 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✅ Solves Bluetooth audio routing issues for specific car models
  • 🎵 Enables music playback on older Bluetooth devices without A2DP support
  • ⚡ Simple setup process when instructions are followed
  • 👨‍💼 Responsive and helpful developer support
  • 💰 Affordable one-time purchase price

Room to improve

  • 🔴 Does not work in background - app must stay in foreground
  • 🔋 Significant battery drain when app is running
  • 📉 Poor audio quality - mono instead of stereo
  • 📱 Cannot lock phone screen while using app
  • 🚫 Requires manual playlist creation instead of using standard music app

IP Scanner

From 889 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and effective
  • 🚀 Immediate response to issues
  • 📈 Indispensable for home and SMB networks
  • 🔍 Useful network scanning tool
  • 🔧 Helps identify devices on the network

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes on startup or update
  • 💰 Expensive for full functionality
  • 🤔 Confusing or non-intuitive UI
  • 🔍 Difficulty identifying some devices
  • 🔋 Resource-intensive scanning

Bugs and requests

A2DPblocker

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • App stops working when screen is locked
  • Simultaneous playback of multiple songs
  • Audio disconnects when switching apps
  • Intermittent functionality - works then suddenly stops
  • Incompatibility with iOS 5, iOS 8, and newer versions
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  • Cannot clear playback queue
  • HFP function does not work with GPS
  • App crashes on certain iOS versions
  • Bluetooth connection drops when using navigation
  • App fails to launch or open properly
  • Audio quality issues with next/previous track controls

Requested features

10 requests
  • Background operation while using other apps
  • Support for streaming services like Spotify and Pandora
  • Screen lock capability while app is active
  • Integration with standard iOS music player
  • Stereo audio support instead of mono
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  • Reduced battery consumption
  • Better audio quality
  • Automatic playlist management
  • Support for navigation apps without disconnecting
  • iOS 8+ compatibility improvements

IP Scanner

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes on startup
  • Unstable on macOS
  • Inconsistent scan results across devices
  • Loses custom device names after scans
  • Detects devices that are no longer on the network

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to print selected fields
  • Include notes in printouts
  • Resizable settings window
  • Option to block or remove devices
  • Improved device identification

In-app purchases

None

A2DPblocker

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

IP Scanner

One-time4
  • IP Scanner Pro Upgrade (iOS)$19.99
  • IP Scanner Pro Upgrade (MacOS)$19.99
  • IP Scanner Ultra (from Pro)$19.99
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  • IP Scanner Ultra$39.99

Questions

Is A2DPblocker free?
A2DPblocker costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is IP Scanner free?
IP Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, A2DPblocker or IP Scanner?
IP Scanner is rated higher. A2DPblocker averages 2.0 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while IP Scanner averages 4.6 from 889 ratings.
Do A2DPblocker or IP Scanner have ads?
Neither A2DPblocker nor IP Scanner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, A2DPblocker or IP Scanner?
A2DPblocker ships an update every 10 months, and IP Scanner fortnightly. Most recently, A2DPblocker was updated on September 28, 2026 and IP Scanner on September 30, 2026.

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