HTMLRemote vs Simply IP Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HTMLRemote
This app allows you to create custom HTML-based interfaces to control your devices over a local network. It acts as an HTTP server, hosting your designs for seamless integration with TCP/IP communication.
- Local HTTP server for device control
- TCP/IP protocol integration
- Personalized web-based GUI
- Design and debug with Safari Web Inspector
- Expandable control center
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HTMLRemote: Empower Device Control with Your Custom HTML GUI Key Features: - Acts as a local HTTP server, hosting your GUI as a localhost for seamless device control. - Seamlessly integrates with the TCP/IP protocol for flexible communication. - Easily integrate your personalized web-based GUI. - Use Safari Web Inspector (iOS > 16.3) or HTMLRemote on various platforms for effortless design and debugging. How to Use: 1- Design your HTML GUI with the javascript executecommand function. 2- Upload your HTML to your preferred server. 3- Fill in the URL in the HTMLRemote settings on your iOS device. Expand Your Control Center: As your device system grows, HTMLRemote lets you effortlessly expand your control center, adapting your HTML GUI to accommodate new devices. Revolutionize your LAN device control with HTMLRemote: Experience the freedom of personalized control and elevate your home automation or network management to new heights. Download now and make your HTML GUI the command center for all your connected devices!
Simply IP Scanner
Scan your local network to discover connected devices, their hostnames, and open ports. Includes tools like ping, traceroute, and Whois for detailed network analysis. Offers continuous scanning and detailed host information.
- Scan local network for hosts
- Identify open ports
- Display hostname and NetBIOS name
- Continuous ping test
- Custom port range scanning
- Includes Ping, Traceroute, Whois
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Local network scanner with some extra tools. - scan local network for reachable hosts, open ports and more - shows hostname, netbios name and http server (if available) - sort results by status, address, hostname, etc. - rescan all or single address - continuous ping test and open port scan (well known ports or custom port range) available on IP detail page in app - additional tools (Ping, Traceroute, Whois)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Simply IP Scanner at Free against HTMLRemote's $19.99. HTMLRemote's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 weeks). On in-app purchases and device support 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
Simply IP Scanner is free to download; HTMLRemote costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
HTMLRemote ships an update every 3 days, Simply IP Scanner every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HTMLRemote | Simply IP Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $19.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days — better | Every 4 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NV Verdegem | MapleTech s.r.o. |
Customer experience
HTMLRemote
Simply IP Scanner
In-app purchases
HTMLRemote
No in-app purchases
Simply IP Scanner
No in-app purchases
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