Comparison

AboutMyDevice vs Ward

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

Head to head
About

AboutMyDevice

Get detailed hardware information about your iPhone and iPad, including SOC, network, system, battery, and display specs. Benchmark your device's performance and compare scores with other users. The app prioritizes speed and privacy, with all data processed on-device.

Highlights
  • Detailed hardware specifications
  • SOC performance benchmarking
  • Network speed test
  • System and battery status
  • Display details
  • Customizable section order
  • On-device data processing
Features
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AboutMyDevice shows you exactly what's inside your iPhone and iPad — clearly, instantly, and privately. Plus, benchmark your iPhone and iPad System on a Chip (SoC) single-core and multi-core scores for cross-platform comparison with other AboutMyDevice users. Tap into five sections to see the specs that actually matter, pulled live from your device: • SoC — chip architecture, processor cores, active CPUs, clock speed, cache, and supported instruction sets • Network — interfaces, IPv4 and IPv6 addresses, hostname, plus a built-in speed test for latency, download, and upload • System — iOS version, kernel details, locale, time zone, memory, and storage usage • Battery — charge level, charging state, and Low Power Mode status • Display — logical and physical resolution, pixel ratio, orientation, and light/dark appearance • Hinge (iPhone Duo only) — hinge state and angle, in degrees DESIGNED TO BE FAST • Swipe left or right to move between sections, or tap to jump straight to one • Reorder the sections to put what you care about first — your layout is remembered next launch • Copy any section to the clipboard with a single tap • Refresh anytime to re-read live values • Built-in light and dark mode PRIVATE BY DESIGN Information does not leave this device. There are no accounts, no tracking, and no data collection. Everything is read on-device and stays there. Whether you're checking specs before a sale, troubleshooting, comparing devices, or just curious about your hardware, AboutMyDevice gives you the full picture in seconds.

About

Ward

Features
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Ward is a passive drone detection app that uses your iPhone’s camera and microphone to help identify possible drones visually and acoustically. It does not transmit signals or interfere with drones. Detection runs on your device. THREE DETECTION MODES VISION Ward uses on-device computer vision and a neural network model to analyze the live camera feed and identify possible drones in real time. ACOUSTIC Ward uses real-time audio analysis to detect sound patterns associated with drone rotors and motors. Directional audio processing is enhanced on iPhone 16 and later, while other supported devices operate in stereo. MANUAL TRACKING Ward uses visual object tracking to follow a region you select directly on the camera feed, allowing you to track distant or unidentified objects even when the detection model does not recognize them. APPLE WATCH The direction of a detected drone is displayed on your watch's compass dial. When a threat is detected, your watch sounds an alarm and vibrates, eliminating the need to take your phone out of your pocket. The Watch app works in tandem with the detection system on your iPhone. LISTENING ON THE LOCK SCREEN Acoustic detection continues even when the screen is locked. Detection status appears as a Live Activity on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island. Audio is processed solely on your device; it is not recorded or transmitted anywhere. Background listening, Live Activity, and Watch integration can be toggled off individually in the "Watch & Alarm" section of the Acoustic settings. OFFLINE MAPS Download the visible area as a zone (up to 10 zones). Downloaded zones remain visible on the map even without an internet connection. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Ward is not radar, a certified security system, or an emergency-warning device. Detection results are probabilistic. False detections may occur, and a drone or other object may go undetected. Under favorable daytime conditions, visual detection is designed for use at distances of approximately up to 50 meters. Acoustic detection may operate at approximately up to 70 meters in quiet, open environments. These are approximate reference values, not guaranteed detection ranges. Low light, fog, precipitation, rapid movement, complex backgrounds, distance, object size, wind, vehicles, generators, fans, and other environmental noise may affect detection performance. Map direction and position indicators are estimates and do not represent a drone’s verified GPS position, exact location, or exact distance. Use Ward only in safe and lawful settings and comply with applicable local laws. This app requires an active subscription to access its features. Choose between a monthly or yearly subscription after downloading the app. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled through your Apple ID subscription settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AboutMyDevice4 screens
Ward4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AboutMyDevice at none against Ward's 2. AboutMyDevice also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Ward sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month. AboutMyDevice asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AboutMyDevice ships an update every 3 days, Ward weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
AboutMyDevice versus Ward: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAboutMyDeviceWard
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS26.026.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB116 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSouth Bay Compute, LLCParabellum App Studio

In-app purchases

None

AboutMyDevice

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Ward

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$29.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription1 Year trial$299.991 Year

Questions

Is AboutMyDevice free?
AboutMyDevice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ward free?
Ward is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AboutMyDevice or Ward have ads?
Neither AboutMyDevice nor Ward shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AboutMyDevice or Ward?
AboutMyDevice ships an update every 3 days, and Ward weekly. Most recently, AboutMyDevice was updated on October 24, 2026 and Ward on October 13, 2026.

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