Ping vs S/N Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ping
This network utility tests host reachability on IP networks. It supports both IPv4 and IPv6, with configurable settings for TTL, timeout, interval, and packet size. The app includes a library of favorite hosts and operates in the background.
- IPv4 and IPv6 support
- Configurable TTL, timeout, interval, packet size
- Favorite hosts library
- Background mode
- Free to use
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Ping is a network utility used to test the reachability of a host on an IP network. Features: - Supports both IPv4 and IPv6 - Configurable TTL, timeout, send interval, and packet size - Built-in library of favorite hosts - Background mode (up to 30 seconds) - Completely free, no ads
S/N Scanner
This app simplifies asset tracking for IT professionals with advanced barcode and OCR scanning. It allows for efficient inventory management, reconciliation, and secure data storage, all without requiring an internet connection.
- Barcode & OCR text recognition
- Import, compare, and reconcile data
- Remote sync and export (Pro)
- Multi-image documentation
- Live scan mode
- Advanced search and filtering
- Smart duplicate prevention
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Effortless Serial Number Tracking with Advanced Barcode & OCR Scanning S/N Scanner is an enterprise-grade inventory tool for managing IT equipment serial numbers. It combines barcode scanning and OCR to automatically recognize and save label information — saving time and reducing errors. Key Features: • Barcode & OCR Text Recognition Scan barcodes or printed serial numbers quickly and accurately with enhanced image processing. • Import, Compare & Reconcile Import CSV/Excel files and compare against scans. Fuzzy logic surfaces near-matches, missing items, extras, and conflicts for faster audits. • Remote Sync & Export (Pro) - Generate individual PDF reports for each scan record. - Sync scan records to Airtable, Google Sheets, custom REST APIs, or webhooks. - Export CSV and photos in a ZIP and share via apps like WhatsApp or OneDrive. • Multi-Image Documentation Attach multiple tagged photos per asset, organized by project for complete visual records. • Live Scan Mode Hands-free continuous scanning with auto-save. Process hundreds of items without tapping save each time. • Advanced Search & Filtering Find records fast with full-text search, fuzzy match for near-duplicates and typos, date filters (today, this week, this month, custom range), and sorting by date, manufacturer, or product type. • Smart Duplicate Prevention Configurable duplicate detection prevents accidental re-scans with customizable rules per project. • Multi-Language Interface (20+ Languages) UI available in US English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Hindi, Arabic, and more. • OCR Text Recognition (30+ Languages) Supports Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, and all major European languages for accurate worldwide scanning. • Bank-Level Security - NIST-recommended encryption (AES-256) protects your local database - Non-reversible password protection - PIN-based access control with secure device storage - All data stored locally — No internet required, no privacy concerns. • Smart Detection Rules Customizable pattern matching for different serial number formats with adjustable confidence scoring. Enterprise Use Cases: Built for IT departments, asset managers, and technicians who need reliable, secure asset tracking across multiple locations. Common Uses: • ITAD Service Management • IT hardware asset management • Laptop and hard disk serial tracking • Audit logs with visual records • Warehouse and office inventories • Repairs, returns, and warranty management • Multi-site inventory coordination Whether in the field or office, S/N Scanner simplifies asset tracking with powerful scanning, bank-level security, and comprehensive international support — all from your phone. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: S/N Scanner at 5.0 against Ping's 4.3. S/N Scanner also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (100% vs 85%). Ping's advantage is ratings volume (376 vs 9). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Ping sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and S/N Scanner sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $99.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
S/N Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ping has 376 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Ping's written reviews are positive against 100% of S/N Scanner's.
Ping ships an update every 3 months, S/N Scanner every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ping | S/N Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (376 ratings) | 5.0 (9 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 84.6% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 376 — better | 9 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 68 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Iurii Mozharovskyi | CyberSecThreat |
Customer experience
Ping
S/N Scanner
Bugs and requests
Ping
Reported bugs
3 issues- Sliders are difficult to use for precise settings
- Ping results not always accurate
- App becomes unresponsive or crashes at times
Requested features
6 requests- Add audible ping notification
- Implement dark mode
- Allow setting custom port for pinging
- Provide timestamp for ping history
- Extend ping interval options (up to 1 minute)
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- Display resolved IP address even on timeouts
S/N Scanner
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Ping
- Golden Star$0.99
S/N Scanner
- Standalone Professional Annual Plan$99.991 Year









