Comparison

iVMS vs NetScan

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

Head to head
About

iVMS

This mobile client software provides access to a professional surveillance system. It allows users to view live feeds, remotely play back recordings, control PTZ cameras, and clip video segments over various network connections.

Highlights
  • Live view
  • Remote playback
  • PTZ control
  • Video clipping
  • Network access (Wi-Fi, 2G, 3G, 4G)
Features
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iVMS-5260 client software is installed on the iOS 7.0 or higher version mobile platform. It gets access to the iVMS-5200 Professional (hereafter simplified as iVMS-5200 Pro) via Wi-Fi, 2G, 3G and 4G network, and fulfills the functions of the devices connected to the iVMS-5200 Pro, such as live view, remote playback, PTZ control, and video clipping and so on.

About

NetScan

Gain complete visibility into your internet connection with this network scanner and WiFi analyzer. Monitor real-time speed, track data usage, and identify all connected devices on your network. It offers tools for diagnostics, latency testing, and advanced network calculations.

Highlights
  • Real-time internet speed monitoring
  • Accurate data usage tracking
  • IP scanner for device detection
  • WiFi analyzer for signal strength
  • Ping tools for latency testing
  • Network scanner for diagnostics
Features
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NetScan is a small, fast, and free network scanner and WiFi analyzer that gives you complete visibility into your internet connection. Monitor your real-time network speed, track data usage, and scan for connected devices—all from a simple and intuitive interface. NetScan also works as an IP scanner, making it easy to identify all devices on your network. Whether you're checking connection quality or monitoring bandwidth, NetScan has you covered. Key Features: -Real-time internet speed monitoring -Built-in Speed Test tool -Accurate data usage tracking -Bandwidth usage alerts -Supports all network types: 3G, 4G, 5G, LTE, and Wi-Fi -Network connections monitor -Advanced IP scanner to detect connected devices -WiFi analyzer for signal strength and network info -Network scanner for device discovery and diagnostics -Ping tools for latency testing -DNS resolver and Subnet calculator for advanced users Download NetScan now to analyze, scan, and take control of your network like never before! LICENSED APPLICATION END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

NetScan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NetScan at 4.3 against iVMS's 1.0. NetScan also leads on ratings volume (98 vs 1). iVMS's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support 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. NetScan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. iVMS asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NetScan holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NetScan has 98 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iVMS ships an update every 2 months, NetScan every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iVMS versus NetScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriVMSNetScan
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.3 (98 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings198 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHikvision Digital Technology Co.,LtdSenol Cagir

Customer experience

iVMS

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

NetScan

All ratings97 ratings
Positive81.4%
Neutral4.1%
Negative14.4%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

None

iVMS

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

NetScan

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Subscription + No Ads$1.991 Month
  • Premium Subscription + No Ads$17.991 Year

Questions

Is iVMS free?
iVMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NetScan free?
NetScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iVMS or NetScan?
NetScan is rated higher. iVMS averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while NetScan averages 4.3 from 98 ratings.
Do iVMS or NetScan have ads?
NetScan shows ads; iVMS does not.
Which is updated more often, iVMS or NetScan?
iVMS ships an update every 2 months, and NetScan every 6 weeks. Most recently, iVMS was updated on October 23, 2026 and NetScan on October 27, 2026.

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