LANScanner vs HUGE Mobile
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LANScanner
Instantly discover all devices on your local network with a single tap. Identify phones, laptops, TVs, printers, and IoT devices, displaying their IP, hostname, MAC address, and manufacturer. It uses modern discovery protocols to provide friendly names for easy identification.
- One-tap network scanning
- Smart device naming
- MAC address vendor lookup
- Real-time scan results
- Cross-platform compatibility (iOS/macOS)
- Private, on-device scanning
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LAN Scanner helps you instantly discover every device on your local network. With a single tap, it identifies phones, laptops, TVs, printers, NAS, and IoT devices—showing IP, hostname, MAC address, and manufacturer. It uses modern discovery (Bonjour/mDNS, SSDP/UPnP) to surface friendly names so you know exactly what’s online. - One‑Tap Scan: Discovers devices on your current Wi‑Fi or Ethernet network fast. - Smart Names: Uses Bonjour/mDNS and SSDP/UPnP to show human‑readable device names. - Vendor Lookup: Infers manufacturer from MAC addresses for quick identification. - Live Results: See devices appear in real time as the scan progresses. - Cross‑Platform: Built for iPhone, iPad, and Mac with native SwiftUI. - Lightweight: No accounts, no ads, no clutter—just the info you need. - Live Results: See devices appear in real time as the scan progresses. - Cross‑Platform: Built for iPhone, iPad, and Mac with native SwiftUI. - Lightweight: No accounts, no ads, no clutter—just the info you need. - Private by Design: All scanning and identification happens entirely on‑device. LAN Scanner never collects, uploads, or shares your network data. - Great For: - Troubleshooting “what’s on my network?” - Finding printers, TVs, and smart home devices - Auditing small office/home networks - Verifying new devices and guests - Notes: Some networks (guest/VLAN/campus) may restrict discovery. Ensure Local Network access is granted for best results. Requirements: Local Network permission. Multicast networking improves Bonjour/SSDP discovery on supported devices.
HUGE Mobile
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Key Features * Quick Self-RICA & Activation: Verify your identity and activate your SIM or eSIM in minutes. * Full Account Visibility: Track usage, check balances, and manage your account in real-time. * Recharge in Seconds: Top up airtime, buy data, and subscribe to prepaid plans effortlessly. * Multiple SIM Management: Seamlessly manage all your Huge Mobile lines in one place. * No Contracts, No Surprises: Enjoy great value with transparent pricing and flexible mobile deals. Huge makes mobile simple, powerful and affordable. Don’t think big. Think HUGE.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: HUGE Mobile at 13.4 against LANScanner's 27.0. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LANScanner ships an update monthly, HUGE Mobile every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | LANScanner | HUGE Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 27.0 | 13.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 114 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alexander Deutsch | Huge NXTGN pty ltd |
In-app purchases
LANScanner
No in-app purchases
HUGE Mobile
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Do LANScanner or HUGE Mobile have ads?
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