Comparison

Flink vs ScanShield Security Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Flink

Features
Read full description

Flink – File Transfer is a modern, fast, and secure file sharing app. Upload your files, generate a secure link instantly, and share it with anyone. Recipients can open the link directly without creating an account. FAST & SIMPLE FILE SHARING Sharing files with Flink takes only seconds. Select your file, upload it, and get a shareable link instantly. No registrations, no sign-ups, no complicated settings. Flink focuses on doing one thing well: fast file transfer. SECURE BY DESIGN Security and privacy are core principles of Flink: β€’ All transfers encrypted over HTTPS β€’ Password-protected file sharing β€’ Burn-after-download: file deleted after first download β€’ Files stored temporarily and deleted automatically β€’ No file content analyzed or shared with third parties β€’ Personal data is never sold TIME-LIMITED LINKS Each shared file is protected with a time-limited link. Free plan: up to 3 days. Pro plan: up to 14 days. After expiration, the link becomes inaccessible automatically. FLINK PRO Upgrade to Pro for advanced features: β€’ Upload files up to 10 GB (1 GB on free plan) β€’ File expiry up to 14 days (3 days on free plan) β€’ Replace files without changing the link β€’ Live file replacement with version tracking β€’ Request files from anyone via upload links β€’ Ad-free experience REAL-TIME NOTIFICATIONS Stay informed about your transfers: β€’ Get notified when your file is opened β€’ Receive expiry reminder notifications before your file expires β€’ Smart filtering: bot and link preview requests are not counted TRANSFER HISTORY & ANALYTICS Track your activity with separate view and download counters. See when files were opened, downloaded, and check remaining time before expiration. MORE FEATURES β€’ QR code sharing for quick nearby transfers β€’ Light and dark mode support β€’ English and Turkish language support β€’ Smart file validation with clear warnings Privacy Policy: https://flink.denizhanyigit.com/privacy#en Terms of Use: https://flink.denizhanyigit.com/terms#en Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ScanShield Security Scanner

Features
Read full description

ScanShield: Your Ultimate Pocket Cybersecurity Toolkit In an era of evolving digital threats, securing your mobile device and network is no longer optional. ScanShield is a professional-grade cybersecurity utility designed to give you peace of mind, whether you are working remotely, connecting to public Wi-Fi, or just browsing the web. Built with advanced network auditing and threat detection tools, ScanShield empowers you to identify vulnerabilities and block malicious activity before it compromises your data. Key Features: Advanced Link Checker: Never guess if a URL is safe again. ScanShield’s powerful link checker analyzes suspicious links and potential phishing threats in real-time, allowing you to verify destinations before you click. Secure QR Code Scanner: Cybercriminals increasingly use QR codes to hide malicious redirects. Our secure scanner inspects the underlying data of any QR code, ensuring it leads to a safe and trusted destination. Wi-Fi Forensics & Network Audits: Instantly map and analyze your local network. Whether you are connecting to public Wi-Fi at a hotel, airport, coffee shop, or crowded conference, ScanShield performs deep network audits to identify connected devices, expose open ports, and highlight potential vulnerabilities before you transmit sensitive data. Real-Time Threat Detection: Equip your device with proactive defenses. ScanShield helps you recognize and block digital threats, keeping your personal information and browsing habits private and secure. Intuitive & Professional Interface: Designed for both cybersecurity professionals and everyday users, the app delivers complex forensic data in a clean, easy-to-understand dashboard. Take control of your digital privacy and network security. Download ScanShield today and turn your device into a fortified defense system against modern cyber threats.

Screenshots

Flink4 screens
ScanShield Security Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ScanShield Security Scanner at none against Flink's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Flink sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. ScanShield Security Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Flink versus ScanShield Security Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlinkScanShield Security Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size43 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDENIZHAN YIGITNgozi Emeh-Festus

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Flink

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
None

ScanShield Security Scanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Flink free?
Flink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScanShield Security Scanner free?
ScanShield Security Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Flink or ScanShield Security Scanner have ads?
Neither Flink nor ScanShield Security Scanner shows ads.

Other comparisons