# PhoneScan vs CPU

The clearest difference is rating: CPU at 4.7 against PhoneScan's 4.0. CPU also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 18 months). PhoneScan's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PhoneScan sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and CPU sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CPU holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 223 and 111 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of PhoneScan's written reviews are positive against 61% of CPU's.

PhoneScan ships an update every 18 months, CPU fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PhoneScan | CPU |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (223 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phonescan-cpu-speed-test/id894201975/reviews) | **[4.7 (111 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cpu-x/id6448917309/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **223** | 111 |
| Positive reviews | 58.6% of reviews | **61.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 170 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cloned Reality Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/878553605) | [CHENGDU MIAOZHI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1465440799) |

## What reviewers say

### PhoneScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phonescan-cpu-speed-test/id894201975)

Measure your phone's processor speed and track performance over time. Compare results to see how much faster new devices are or if software updates impact performance. Keep a detailed log of all tests.

**Highlights:** CPU speed testing, Performance logging, Comparison with previous tests, Comparison with new devices, iOS update performance impact analysis, Delete individual or all test results

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads Offer | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 Easy to use
- 📊 Accurate performance measurements
- 🔍 Helpful in monitoring device performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Inconsistent device/OS detection
- 💸 Excessive ads
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes on some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch for some users
- Incorrect device identification
- Ads interfering with test functionality

**Requested features**

- More detailed performance metrics
- Battery and temperature monitoring
- Ability to compare performance over time


### CPU

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cpu-x/id6448917309)

This app provides detailed insights into your device's hardware and real-time diagnostics. It also offers tools to optimize storage by compressing media and cleaning contacts, along with a comprehensive suite for testing device sensors and network functions.

**Highlights:** Comprehensive device hardware insights, Real-time diagnostics and sensor testing, Video and image compression, Duplicate contact cleanup, Junk mail and spam message filtering, Network diagnostics tools

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Premium | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PhoneScan free?

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

### Is CPU free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PhoneScan or CPU?

CPU is rated higher. PhoneScan averages 4.0 out of 5 from 223 ratings, while CPU averages 4.7 from 111 ratings.

### Do PhoneScan or CPU have ads?

CPU shows ads; PhoneScan does not.

### Which is updated more often, PhoneScan or CPU?

PhoneScan ships an update every 18 months, and CPU fortnightly. Most recently, PhoneScan was updated on October 14, 2026 and CPU on October 20, 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.*