Comparison

DJI Assistant vs Drone Scanner (gen.2)

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

Head to head
About

DJI Assistant

This software allows real-time parameter adjustments and data display for DJI flight controllers and gimbals. It supports various DJI systems, offering comprehensive settings for aircraft, motors, and gimbal control.

Highlights
  • Real-time parameter adjustments
  • Real-time flight data display
  • Aircraft, mounting, and RC settings
  • Gimbal motor and SmoothTrack settings
  • Multi-language support
  • Restore default settings
Features
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DJI Assistant Software Main Features: Real-time Parameter Adjustments Support for Bluetooth 4.0 Support for DJI A2 Flight Controller Systems(with master controller firmware version updated to V2.2 or above, and LED firmware version updated to V1.1 or above ) Support for Ronin and Ronin-M DJI A2 Flight Controller Features: - Real-time Parameter Adjustments - Real-time Flight Data Display - Basic Settings: Aircraft, Mounting, RC, Gain, IMU & Compass - Advanced Settings: Motors, F/S, IOC, Gimbal, Voltage, Flight Limits and Landing Gear - Restore Default Settings - Multi-language Support DJI Ronin Features: - Gimbal Settings: Motor, SmoothTrack - Remote Control Settings: Deadband, Maximum Speed, Smoothing, Endpoint and Channels - Live Data Feed - Restore Default Settings

About

Drone Scanner (gen.2)

Transform your iPhone into a real-time drone detection tool. See nearby drones, monitor their activity, and gain visibility into the skies. Enhance detection range with an optional dedicated hardware detector.

Highlights
  • Real-time drone detection
  • Monitor drone activity
  • Display pilot location
  • Map and list view
  • Supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi scanning
  • Compatible with Remote ID regulations
Features
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Drone Scanner by Dronetag transforms your iPhone into a real-time drone detection tool, allowing you to see what’s flying nearby, monitor drone activity, and gain visibility into the skies from your pocket. You can scan drones using your mobile device or connect to a Dronetag RIDER, our dedicated drone detector with significantly greater range. RIDER can detect drones up to 5 km (3 mi) away with its default antenna and up to 10 km (6 mi) with a directional antenna. New in the next-generation Drone Scanner: 
- A completely redesigned interface and an intuitive scans list - Recent scans are stored locally on your phone and can be exported to open formats - Scan using Dronetag RIDER for enhanced range and Wi-Fi scanning support on iPhones
 
Core Features: 
 - Detect drones using Bluetooth 4, Bluetooth 5, Wi-Fi Beacon, and Wi-Fi NAN 
 - Display pilot location (if available) 
 - Monitor height, direction, and operation type 
 - Browse nearby drones on a map or in list view 
 - Compatible with EU, US, and Japanese Remote ID regulations 
 - Developed by Dronetag, a global leader in drone Remote ID solutions  Feature availability depends on your device and OS limitations. iOS restricts access to certain Wi-Fi channels - only Bluetooth-based scanning may work. If you're using Drone Scanner on an iOS device, some drones that transmit their identification data via Wi-Fi may not be visible to you. This is a system-level restriction, not a bug in the app.    How It Works:  Remote ID is a feature that transmits identification and flight data from drones using wireless signals like Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Manufacturers implement this in different ways, using various technologies. Drone Scanner captures these signals using your phone’s built-in hardware - or via the Dronetag RIDER for extended detection range and higher reliability.

Screenshots

DJI Assistant4 screens
Drone Scanner (gen.2)3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Drone Scanner (gen.2) at 1.9 against DJI Assistant's 1.4. Drone Scanner (gen.2) also leads on review sentiment (25% vs 8%) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). DJI Assistant's advantage is ratings volume (581 vs 11) and iOS requirement (7.1 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Drone Scanner (gen.2) holds the better App Store score, 1.9 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DJI Assistant has 581 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 8% of DJI Assistant's written reviews are positive against 25% of Drone Scanner (gen.2)'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DJI Assistant ships an update every 3 months, Drone Scanner (gen.2) every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
DJI Assistant versus Drone Scanner (gen.2): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDJI AssistantDrone Scanner (gen.2)
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.4 (581 ratings)1.9 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews8.4% of reviews25.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings581 — better11
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS7.1 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDJIDronetag

Customer experience

DJI Assistant

All ratings577 ratings
Positive7.5%
Neutral2.6%
Negative89.9%
Written reviews394 reviews
Positive8.4%
Neutral4.8%
Negative86.8%

Drone Scanner (gen.2)

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Bugs and requests

DJI Assistant

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes on login
  • Menu bar disappears during use
  • Unable to connect to devices
  • Calibration and settings not saving

Requested features

4 requests
  • Update app to support latest iOS versions
  • Improve user interface and navigation
  • Add more device compatibility
  • Enhance stability and reliability

Drone Scanner (gen.2)

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

DJI Assistant

No in-app purchases

None

Drone Scanner (gen.2)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DJI Assistant free?
DJI Assistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Drone Scanner (gen.2) free?
Drone Scanner (gen.2) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DJI Assistant or Drone Scanner (gen.2)?
Drone Scanner (gen.2) is rated higher. DJI Assistant averages 1.4 out of 5 from 581 ratings, while Drone Scanner (gen.2) averages 1.9 from 11 ratings.
Do DJI Assistant or Drone Scanner (gen.2) have ads?
Neither DJI Assistant nor Drone Scanner (gen.2) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DJI Assistant or Drone Scanner (gen.2)?
DJI Assistant ships an update every 3 months, and Drone Scanner (gen.2) every 5 weeks. Most recently, DJI Assistant was updated on October 23, 2026 and Drone Scanner (gen.2) on October 24, 2026.

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