Comparison

Simply IP Scanner vs Ringmyebell

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Scan local network for hosts
  • Identify open ports
  • Display hostname and NetBIOS name
  • Continuous ping test
  • Custom port range scanning
  • Includes Ping, Traceroute, Whois
Features
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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)

About

Ringmyebell

This smart doorbell system uses a QR code and a companion app to enable live video and audio calls with visitors at your door. Receive instant notifications and engage in two-way conversations from anywhere, with missed call alerts and optional text messaging.

Highlights
  • QR code scanning for visitor calls
  • Live video and audio communication
  • Remote access from anywhere
  • Push notifications for incoming calls
  • Missed call alerts with location
  • Optional visitor text messages
Features
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How RingMyEBell Works RingMyEBell is a smart QR-based video doorbell system. It consists of a small hardware device an acrylic QR code plate that customers install at their door — paired with this companion app (the "Receiver" app) that the homeowner installs on their own phone. Setup done once, when a customer buys the device: Each physical RingMyEBell unit ships with a unique QR code sticker and a printed serial code (format: RMB-XXXXX-XXXXX). The homeowner opens this app, scans the QR code (or types the serial manually), and enters their name and email. This activates their account and permanently pairs that physical device/serial with their phone no traditional username/password is needed, since the serial code itself functions as the account key. Daily use visitor side: When a visitor arrives at the door, they scan the QR code sticker on the device. This opens a simple web page in their phone's browser no app download required for the visitor. Tapping "Call" on that page instantly starts a live video/audio call to the homeowner. Daily use homeowner side (this app): The homeowner's phone receives a push notification and an in-app ringing screen the moment a visitor calls, even if the app is in the background. The homeowner sees the video feed from the visitor's phone and can answer to have a two-way video conversation with whoever is at their door, from anywhere not just at home. If they miss the call, they receive a missed-call notification with the visitor's approximate location (city/country) and can optionally leave a text message. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Simply IP Scanner4 screens
Ringmyebell4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Ringmyebell at none against Simply IP Scanner's shown. Ringmyebell also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simply IP Scanner ships an update every 4 weeks, Ringmyebell weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Simply IP Scanner versus Ringmyebell: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimply IP ScannerRingmyebell
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMapleTech s.r.o.ChargeSafe Technologies

Customer experience

Simply IP Scanner

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Ringmyebell

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Simply IP Scanner

No in-app purchases

None

Ringmyebell

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Simply IP Scanner free?
Simply IP Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ringmyebell free?
Ringmyebell is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Simply IP Scanner or Ringmyebell have ads?
Simply IP Scanner shows ads; Ringmyebell does not.
Which is updated more often, Simply IP Scanner or Ringmyebell?
Simply IP Scanner ships an update every 4 weeks, and Ringmyebell weekly. Most recently, Simply IP Scanner was updated on October 4, 2026 and Ringmyebell on October 6, 2026.

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