Comparison

MicroSNAP vs Nova Scope

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

Head to head
About

MicroSNAP

Features
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MicroSNAP is a mobile app specifically developed for use with the EXC-100 WiFi-enabled microscopes (required) from ACCU-SCOPE Inc. MicroSNAP allows the user to use their mobile device to view live images, capture images, or capture video from the EXC-100 WiFi-enabled microscopes (the mobile device connects to the built-in WiFi camera of the microscope via IEEE 802.11ac signal). MicroSNAP offers a selection of measurement tools and, after calibrating the camera using the app and a stage micrometer (purchased separately), accurate measurements of features in the sample image can be made. MicroSNAP and EXC-100 WiFi-enabled microscopes only allow one mobile device connection at a time. When multiple people want to use the same microscope, please disconnect from the camera’s WiFi signal before the next user can operate the camera. Using MicroSNAP is a β€œsnap”! Plug-in the microscope – the camera gets its power directly from the microscope. Turn the microscope light on by rotating the light intensity control knob – you will hear a click and then see light coming up from the bottom of the microscope. To connect to the microscope, launch the MicroSNAP app, press the [-] button and use the camera on your phone or tablet to scan the QR code on the microscope. Alternatively, you can open the WiFi settings on your mobile device and choose the β€œMicroSNAP-xxx” network. You may see a message about no internet connection – this is OK as your mobile device is connected to the WiFi camera and not the internet. Next, tap the MicroSNAP icon on your mobile device and you are ready to start using the camera. Even if someone wants to view the sample using the eyepieces of the microscope, you will still see what they see on your mobile device. IMPORTANT: Always unplug the microscope when not in use. For more detailed information about the MicroSNAP app for mobile devices and the MicroSNAP app for Windows PC, please visit our Support page https://accu-scope.com/support/instruction-manuals, and scroll down to Manuals – Current Cameras.

About

Nova Scope

Features
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Nova Scope needs to be connected to a wireless endoscope for use. Nova Scope can achieve real-time image transmission by connecting to a wireless endoscope and can observe places that are not easily visible to the naked eye, such as pipelines, sewers, etc. This software has implemented functions such as taking photos and recording videos

Screenshots

MicroSNAP4 screens
Nova Scope3 screens

Verdict

The call

MicroSNAP and Nova Scope are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
MicroSNAP versus Nova Scope: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMicroSNAPNova Scope
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 β€” better12.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size60 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperACCU-SCOPE INC.changzhou xin neng yuan medical stapler co.,ltd

In-app purchases

None

MicroSNAP

No in-app purchases

None

Nova Scope

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MicroSNAP free?
MicroSNAP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nova Scope free?
Nova Scope is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MicroSNAP or Nova Scope have ads?
Neither MicroSNAP nor Nova Scope shows ads.

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