Comparison

ScopeSnap vs VideoscopeX

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

Head to head
About

ScopeSnap

Features
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ScopeSnap is a macOS and iOS utility designed for engineers, hobbyists, and educators to capture screen images directly from LAN-enabled digital oscilloscopes. Optimized for the Rigol 1000Z Series, ScopeSnap lets you quickly download the current screen display from your instrument to your Mac or iPhone with a single click. Whether you’re documenting experiments, troubleshooting signals, or preparing reports, ScopeSnap streamlines your workflow by making it easy to save and archive scope screenshots for later reference. Key Features: • Connects to supported oscilloscopes over your local network (LAN) • Designed for Rigol DS1054Z and other LXI-compatible scopes • Captures high-quality screen images instantly • Save screenshots directly to your Mac or iPhone for easy access • Simple, clean interface built specifically for macOS and iOS • Hands-free snapshots with Siri • Ideal for lab documentation, reports, and analysis ScopeSnap helps bridge your oscilloscope and your Mac or iPhone, making your test and measurement setup more productive and efficient. Legal Disclaimer: Rigol name is a trademark of RIGOL Technologies, Co., Ltd. The application “ScopeSnap” is an independently developed and distributed software application that is not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with RIGOL Technologies, Inc., or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates.

About

VideoscopeX

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VideoscopeX is the next-generation companion app designed for our latest industrial videoscope systems. It allows users to wirelessly stream live video from the main portable console via Wi-Fi, providing real-time remote viewing directly on your mobile device. In addition to live viewing, VideoscopeX also functions as a remote control—enabling you to capture photos and record videos from a distance. Users can easily access the system's media album and download images or video clips to their mobile device for further inspection or sharing. To enhance workflow efficiency, VideoscopeX now includes a Report Generator feature. With just a few taps, users can compile captured images and notes into a professionally formatted PDF report, ready for instant sharing or documentation purposes. Connection Guide : 1. Turn on the Wi-Fi function of the main videoscope system. 2. On your mobile device, connect to the system’s Wi-Fi network. You can find the SSID and password in the system’s Info menu. 3. Launch VideoscopeX on your device: • Tap Stream (no-control) or Remote to view real-time images. • Tap Import to open the system’s album and download media files. Compatibility : • iOS 13.0 or later is recommended for optimal performance.

Screenshots

ScopeSnap4 screens
VideoscopeX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: VideoscopeX at 13.0 against ScopeSnap's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
ScopeSnap versus VideoscopeX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScopeSnapVideoscopeX
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndrzej RozgaMedical Intubation Technology Corporation

In-app purchases

None

ScopeSnap

No in-app purchases

None

VideoscopeX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ScopeSnap free?
ScopeSnap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VideoscopeX free?
VideoscopeX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ScopeSnap or VideoscopeX have ads?
Neither ScopeSnap nor VideoscopeX shows ads.

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