Comparison

RID Scanner vs NearPing

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

NearPing

Features
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Lost nearby? Follow the signal. NearPing helps you find nearby Bluetooth devices that are powered on and broadcasting a compatible signal. Scan your surroundings, select a device, and watch how its signal changes as you move. SCAN YOUR SURROUNDINGS Discover nearby Bluetooth devices and see the strongest signals first. FOLLOW THE SIGNAL Use the Premium live finder to monitor signal strength and estimated distance. Optional sound and vibration feedback help you notice when you’re getting closer. EXPLORE THE STRONGEST DIRECTION Turn slowly with the Premium direction sweep to look for the direction with the strongest signal. SAVE DEVICES AND LAST-SEEN DETAILS Keep your devices in one place. Premium last-seen and history features help you revisit where and when they were detected. Location access is optional. KEEP YOUR FINDS PRIVATE Saved devices and detection history stay on your iPhone. No account is required. NearPing works with compatible Bluetooth devices within range. Detection depends on the device’s power, settings, and Bluetooth signal. Devices that are switched off or not broadcasting may not appear. Distance and direction are estimates affected by walls, interference, and your surroundings. Last-seen locations record previous detections and do not provide continuous tracking. PREMIUM Live finder, direction sweep, last-seen details, and history require a Premium subscription. Weekly, monthly, and yearly plans are available. Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQESyCghP9PWLDOz4yosTkFfc3KmVZo9QdlBkBDBz6rha3DglMNqWtaP2lhsjHfe7W61WgH46UYqCCL/pub Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRFfaaPVWcHS7NRYx7VYmsBzBZmjn6dOGcuDwYTYGDSVko855SR7csHtCjdVBvR6iyf5w40OZfYUJHt/pub

Screenshots

RID Scanner4 screens
NearPing4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NearPing at 4.0 against RID Scanner's 1.0. RID Scanner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, ratings volume, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. NearPing sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. RID Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NearPing holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
RID Scanner versus NearPing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRID ScannerNearPing
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.218.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChangsha Raspberry Information Technology Limited Co., Ltd.Barroso Jeanne

In-app purchases

None

RID Scanner

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

NearPing

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is RID Scanner free?
RID Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NearPing free?
NearPing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RID Scanner or NearPing?
NearPing is rated higher. RID Scanner averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while NearPing averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do RID Scanner or NearPing have ads?
Neither RID Scanner nor NearPing shows ads.

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