# Scotland Yard Master vs Network Scanner

The clearest difference is rating: Network Scanner at 4.5 against Scotland Yard Master's 1.0. Network Scanner also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (3.5K vs 2). Scotland Yard Master's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Network Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Scotland Yard Master asks for nothing beyond the download.

Network Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Scanner has 3.5K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of Scotland Yard Master's written reviews are positive against 30% of Network Scanner's.

Scotland Yard Master ships an update every 12 months, Network Scanner every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scotland Yard Master | Network Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scotland-yard-master/id686943176/reviews) | **[4.5 (3.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-scanner-device-finder/id6478161512/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **3.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 19.4% of reviews | **30.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 149 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ravensburger Verlag GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1505283467) | [AI APPS SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1697892814) |

## What reviewers say

### Scotland Yard Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scotland-yard-master/id686943176)

This app enhances the Scotland Yard Master board game by providing digital tools for detectives. Track Mr. X's movements, analyze his past routes, and use your device's camera to scan for his proximity via radio waves. It offers an immersive, technologically advanced way to play the classic deduction game.

**Highlights:** Digital control center for detectives, Mobile phone tracking with radio wave indicators, Witness questioning at 3D landmarks, Analysis of Mr. X's previous moves, Mr. X's helicopter escape option, Helps track Mr. X's proximity to radio masts

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Network Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-scanner-device-finder/id6478161512)

Explore your surroundings with a suite of tools including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth scanners, a magnetometer, and camera filters. Understand your environment, discover nearby devices, and view the world in new ways.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi & Bluetooth Device Finder, Magnetometer Sensor, Infrared Camera Filters, Simple & Accessible Interface, Explore Environment, Privacy Control

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spy Camera Scanner - Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Spy Camera Scanner - Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't provide useful information
- 🐛 Doesn't work as expected
- 💰 Waste of money
- 🤔 Confusing and limited information

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't show device locations
- Detects smart TVs as suspicious devices

**Requested features**

- Free trial period
- Improved device detection and identification


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scotland Yard Master free?

Scotland Yard Master is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Network Scanner free?

Network Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Scotland Yard Master or Network Scanner?

Network Scanner is rated higher. Scotland Yard Master averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Network Scanner averages 4.5 from 3.5K ratings.

### Do Scotland Yard Master or Network Scanner have ads?

Neither Scotland Yard Master nor Network Scanner shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scotland Yard Master or Network Scanner?

Scotland Yard Master ships an update every 12 months, and Network Scanner every 6 weeks. Most recently, Scotland Yard Master was updated on October 29, 2026 and Network Scanner on October 30, 2026.

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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.*