Comparison

Simply IP Scanner vs Links Scanner

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
Read full description

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

Links Scanner

Features
Read full description

URL Scanner helps you check any link before you tap it — with privacy built in from the start. Paste or type a URL and run an instant offline scan on your iPhone or iPad. The app analyzes links on-device for phishing patterns, typosquatting, brand impersonation, suspicious shorteners, risky TLDs, and more. No account required. WHAT YOU GET • Instant offline scan — fast on-device analysis with no network required • Clear risk verdicts — Safe, Caution, or Dangerous with a 0–100 risk score • Deep Scan on demand — optional reputation checks only when you tap Deep Scan • Safe Browser — open links in an isolated session with warnings for risky URLs • PDF security reports — export and share professional scan reports • Scan history — stored locally on your device (can be disabled or cleared) • English & Arabic — full UI and PDF support with native RTL layout • Accessibility — VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, larger text, high contrast, and reduce motion options • Share extension — send links to URL Scanner from other apps PRIVACY FIRST Offline scans stay on your device. Deep Scan sends only the URL you choose to external reputation services — never in the background. The app does not use analytics and does not require sign-in. Optional API keys in Settings can enhance Deep Scan with additional reputation sources if you choose to add them. Download URL Scanner and browse with confidence.

Screenshots

Simply IP Scanner4 screens
Links Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Simply IP Scanner at 3 against Links Scanner's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Simply IP Scanner versus Links Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimply IP ScannerLinks Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMapleTech s.r.o.Abdulrazaq Alonazi

In-app purchases

None

Simply IP Scanner

No in-app purchases

None

Links Scanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Simply IP Scanner free?
Simply IP Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Links Scanner free?
Links Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Simply IP Scanner or Links Scanner have ads?
Both Simply IP Scanner and Links Scanner show ads.

Other comparisons