Simply IP Scanner vs Ringmyebell
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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)
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.
- 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
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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/
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
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.
| Parameter | Simply IP Scanner | Ringmyebell |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MapleTech s.r.o. | ChargeSafe Technologies |
Customer experience
Simply IP Scanner
Ringmyebell
In-app purchases
Simply IP Scanner
No in-app purchases
Ringmyebell
No in-app purchases









