# i vs Network Scanner

The clearest difference is rating: Network Scanner at 4.5 against i's 2.4. Network Scanner also leads on ratings volume (3.4K vs 32). i's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

Network Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Scanner has 3.4K ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of i's written reviews are positive against 30% of Network Scanner's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | i | Network Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i-spy-mini/id886018394/reviews) | **[4.5 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-scanner-device-finder/id6478161512/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 32 | **3.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 25.9% of reviews | **30.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [永忠 林](https://appshunter.io/developer/530041652) | [AI APPS SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1697892814) |

## What reviewers say

### i

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i-spy-mini/id886018394)

Control a mini tank directly from your smartphone. Stream live video from the tank's camera and capture photos or videos for later review. This app allows for remote operation and visual monitoring of the device.

**Highlights:** Phone-controlled tank operation, Real-time video streaming, Video and photo recording, Review recorded media

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works as intended
- 👍 Fun to use
- 👍 Good controls
- 👍 Durable product
- 👍 Easy to connect (for some)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Connection issues
- 🐛 App not working
- 🐛 Camera not working
- 🐛 Wi-Fi issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- App crashes on launch
- App crashes when location is enabled
- Camera not working
- Wi-Fi connection unstable

**Requested features**

- Update app for compatibility
- Fix camera issues
- Improve Wi-Fi connection stability
- Allow dimming or switching off lights
- Speed upgrade and signal improvement


### 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 i free?

i 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, i or Network Scanner?

Network Scanner is rated higher. i averages 2.4 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while Network Scanner averages 4.5 from 3.4K ratings.

### Do i or Network Scanner have ads?

Neither i nor Network Scanner shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, i or Network Scanner?

i ships an update every 2 months, and Network Scanner every 2 months. Most recently, i was updated on October 23, 2026 and Network Scanner on October 25, 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.*