Comparison

RID Scanner vs DroneDAA by uAvionix

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

Head to head
About

RID Scanner

This utility app uses WiFi Remote ID technology to detect nearby drones equipped with Remote ID functionality. It connects to external devices via Bluetooth for enhanced detection and provides real-time monitoring of drone information, including location and speed. The app aims to protect privacy and enhance security by alerting users to abnormal drone activities.

Highlights
  • WiFi Remote ID detection
  • Bluetooth connectivity for enhanced range
  • Real-time drone information display
  • Privacy risk identification
  • Security alert for abnormal activity
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Accurate Detection: Based on WiFi Remote ID technology, it can quickly and accurately detect surrounding drones equipped with Remote ID function. Bluetooth Connection: Connect to professional detection devices via Bluetooth to enhance detection distance and sensitivity. Real-time monitoring: Real-time display of detected drone information, including location, speed, return point, altitude and more. Privacy Protection: Effectively identify potential privacy risks and protect your personal space. Security Alert: Detect abnormal drone activities in time to enhance security prevention capability. Easy to operate: Friendly interface, easy to operate, no need for specialized knowledge to use.

About

DroneDAA by uAvionix

Provides real-time situational awareness for drone and manned aircraft operators. Detects nearby drones via Bluetooth and displays manned aircraft traffic with an ADS-B receiver. Includes FAA airspace data, proximity alerts, and weather information.

Highlights
  • Live drone detection via Bluetooth
  • Live manned aircraft traffic display (ADS-B)
  • FAA airspace boundary overlays
  • Configurable proximity alerts
  • Integrated weather information
  • Offline map and data capabilities
Features
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DroneDAA gives drone operators, pilots, and airspace safety professionals real-time situational awareness — right from their iPhone or iPad. Live Drone Detection DroneDAA picks up FAA Remote ID broadcasts from nearby drones using Bluetooth, displaying each drone's position, altitude, speed, heading, and operator location on the map in real time. No internet required for local detection. Live Aircraft Traffic Connect to a portable ADS-B receiver to see manned aircraft positions, callsigns, altitudes, and velocities — the same data used by professional ground stations. FAA Airspace Layers Display Class B, C, D, and E airspace boundaries, TFRs, restricted and prohibited areas, and obstructions directly on the map. Know your airspace at a glance. Proximity Alerts Configurable caution and warning rings notify you when aircraft or drones enter your defined range and altitude thresholds. Alerts escalate with audio tones and haptic feedback so you never miss a conflict. skyAlert Integration Connected to a uAvionix skyAlert? Sync your alert thresholds, adjust traffic alarm range, altitude, volume, and LED brightness — all from within the app. Aviation-Grade Map Built on Apple MapKit with satellite and hybrid views. Range rings, velocity vectors, and operator position lines give you full situational context at a glance. Weather Current conditions, wind, visibility, and minute-by-minute precipitation forecasts powered by Apple WeatherKit. Weather alerts keep you informed of changing conditions. Offline Capable Download topo map tiles and FAA airspace data for your area. Remote ID scanning works entirely via Bluetooth with no internet connection required. Built for the Field Dark theme optimized for outdoor use. Designed for drone pilots, manned aircraft pilots, airport operations, and airspace safety professionals. Terms Use of this app is subject to the Apple Standard End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeveula/ Note: ADS-B traffic requires a compatible GDL-90 receiver (such as a uAvionix skyAlert, Stratux, SkyEcho, or similar). Remote ID detection requires iOS 15+ and Bluetooth.

Screenshots

RID Scanner4 screens
DroneDAA by uAvionix4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DroneDAA by uAvionix at 5.0 against RID Scanner's 1.0. DroneDAA by uAvionix also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.2). RID Scanner's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DroneDAA by uAvionix holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RID Scanner ships an update every 9 days, DroneDAA by uAvionix monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
RID Scanner versus DroneDAA by uAvionix: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRID ScannerDroneDAA by uAvionix
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChangsha Raspberry Information Technology Limited Co., Ltd.CAVU Consulting LLC

In-app purchases

None

RID Scanner

No in-app purchases

None

DroneDAA by uAvionix

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RID Scanner free?
RID Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DroneDAA by uAvionix free?
DroneDAA by uAvionix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RID Scanner or DroneDAA by uAvionix?
DroneDAA by uAvionix is rated higher. RID Scanner averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while DroneDAA by uAvionix averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do RID Scanner or DroneDAA by uAvionix have ads?
Neither RID Scanner nor DroneDAA by uAvionix shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RID Scanner or DroneDAA by uAvionix?
RID Scanner ships an update every 9 days, and DroneDAA by uAvionix monthly. Most recently, RID Scanner was updated on October 28, 2026 and DroneDAA by uAvionix on October 8, 2026.

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