Comparison

HE.NET Network Tools vs ScanTrans

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

Head to head
About

HE.NET Network Tools

A comprehensive suite of network diagnostic tools for professionals. It offers features like ARP/NDP lookup, DNS queries, IP calculations, bandwidth testing, and port scanning. Securely manage two-factor authentication codes and view network routing tables.

Highlights
  • ARP/NDP lookup
  • DNS lookup
  • IP Calculator
  • iperf bandwidth test
  • Port Scan
  • SSL/TLS Information
  • Two-factor authentication code storage
Features
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This suite of networks tools implements most of the network diagnostics that you need as a Network Engineer or System Administrator. Please help us improve it by giving us feedback. + ARP / NDP: Lookup local devices found on your network using either ARP (IPv4) or NDP (IPv6). + Bonjour Browser: See what DNS-SD/Bonjour services are available on your network + DNS lookup: Search for a servers DNS zone records such as SOA, NS, A, AAAA, MX, PTR. + Interface Information: Get information regarding your device's current network state. + IP Calculator: Calculate the Netmask, Wildcard, Network, Host range, and Broadcast for a given subnet. + iperf: Check bandwidth against remote iperf services. + One Time Password: Securely store and view your TOTP and HOTP (two-factor authentication) codes. TOTP codes are available on the Apple Watch. + Ping: Send ICMP packets to a single IPv4/IPv6 address. + Ping Sweep: Send ICMP packets to an entire subnet range. + Traceroute: Find the route packets take to reach your destination. + Progressive Traceroute: Get detailed statistics for a given route. + Port Scan: Scan a list of TCP ports on any server. + Routing Table: See your local device's routing table. + SSL/TLS Information: Check available ciphers, protocols and what's being used when connecting to a remove service. + Whois: Get information regarding network resources. + NO ADS! Note: Recent iOS releases secure certain low-level network information, and as such will not be available in-app, such as MAC addresses for other network devices.

About

ScanTrans

Features
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ScanTrans — One Snap. Scene-Smart Translation. ScanTrans lets you understand the world with just one photo. No typing. No switching apps. Whether you're reading a museum label, browsing a foreign menu, or reviewing homework in another language — simply snap a photo and get instant, context-aware translations and smart summaries. Why ScanTrans? Most translation apps ask you to scan, crop, extract, then copy-paste into a translator. ScanTrans simplifies everything into three effortless steps: • Snap a photo (or share one from your gallery) • Choose the scene — museum, study, shopping, travel, and more • Get AI-powered translations, summaries, and even explanations—tailored to your scene Smart for Your Scene ScanTrans isn’t just translating words—it understands what you need in each moment: • In a museum, just point and snap—get not only translations, but also helpful background info, like a personal audio guide. • While studying, ScanTrans gives translated math problems with hints, key terms, and even related concepts. • Shopping abroad? Scan a product label and get the translated description, live pricing, and similar items online. • Dining out? Snap a menu and instantly see dish descriptions and allergen info—no more guesswork. Built for Instant Understanding ScanTrans uses leading AI engines to go beyond basic translation. Its minimalist interface is designed for speed and clarity—just tap, scan, and move on. No clutter. No typing. No effort. Whether you’re a student, traveler, or a lifelong learner, ScanTrans is your invisible assistant—always ready to help you understand the world around you, one photo at a time. Terms of Use: https://scantranscontent.pages.dev/legal/en/terms Privacy Policy: https://scantranscontent.pages.dev/legal/en/privacy

Screenshots

HE.NET Network Tools4 screens
ScanTrans4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HE.NET Network Tools at none against ScanTrans's 1. HE.NET Network Tools also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.4). On price, update cadence and ads 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. ScanTrans sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. HE.NET Network Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HE.NET Network Tools ships an update every 2 months, ScanTrans every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 2, 2026 and May 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
HE.NET Network Tools versus ScanTrans: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHE.NET Network ToolsScanTrans
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (70 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings70 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.4
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB7 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperHurricane Electric, LLCYue Zhang

Bugs and requests

HE.NET Network Tools

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • Interface Information crashes app immediately
  • iperf3 fails with 'operation not permitted' error
  • iperf2 crashes on iOS 8+
  • DNS lookups not responding after updates
  • iperf3 only runs for 1 second despite longer duration settings
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  • iperf3 fails to start intermittently
  • App crashes when selecting tools from menu
  • Crashes on iOS 11 and later versions
  • Neighbor Discovery crashes on iPhone 6
  • Dark mode text hard to read on iPhone
  • App crashes on iPad for multiple functions
  • Ping and basic tools crash on iOS 11+

Requested features

12 requests
  • Vision Pro compatibility and controls
  • SRV record lookup in DNS tool
  • IPv6 subnet calculator
  • WOL (Wake-on-LAN) magic packet support
  • MTR (My Traceroute) tool
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  • Telnet command for port testing
  • Stop/pause button for running tests
  • Multiple iperf test execution
  • Configurable iperf parameters and bandwidth limits
  • LAN device scanning capability
  • Dark mode text color options
  • Apple Watch app with full functionality

ScanTrans

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

HE.NET Network Tools

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ScanTrans

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Access(New User Trial)7 Days trial$1.991 Month

Questions

Is HE.NET Network Tools free?
HE.NET Network Tools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ScanTrans free?
ScanTrans is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HE.NET Network Tools or ScanTrans have ads?
Neither HE.NET Network Tools nor ScanTrans shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HE.NET Network Tools or ScanTrans?
HE.NET Network Tools ships an update every 2 months, and ScanTrans every 6 weeks. Most recently, HE.NET Network Tools was updated on September 2, 2026 and ScanTrans on May 18, 2026.

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