# RID Scanner vs NearPing

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | RID Scanner | NearPing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rid-scanner/id6742121259/reviews) | **[4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nearping-bluetooth-finder/id6820002026/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Size | 2 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | **18.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Changsha Raspberry Information Technology Limited Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1476491377) | [Barroso Jeanne](https://appshunter.io/developer/1819698626) |

## What reviewers say

### RID Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rid-scanner/id6742121259)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### NearPing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nearping-bluetooth-finder/id6820002026)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*