# AirConsole Manager vs IP Scanner

The clearest difference is review sentiment: IP Scanner at 60% against AirConsole Manager's 0%. IP Scanner also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (889 vs 2). AirConsole Manager's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 26). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IP Scanner sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. AirConsole Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

IP Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Scanner has 889 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of AirConsole Manager's written reviews are positive against 60% of IP Scanner's.

## The numbers

| Metric | AirConsole Manager | IP Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airconsole-manager/id975934430/reviews) | **[4.6 (889 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-scanner/id6443819966/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **889** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **60.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 26 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ALEXEY LOBANOV](https://appshunter.io/developer/937310763) | [Matia labs, inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1726732402) |

## What reviewers say

### AirConsole Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airconsole-manager/id975934430)

This application enables management of a specific device that connects COM-ports to iOS devices via WiFi. It allows users to configure device settings and, with custom firmware, upload and upgrade firmware through FTP.

**Highlights:** Connect COM-ports to iOS via WiFi, Manage device settings, Upload firmware via FTP, Upgrade firmware, Compatible with iPhone and iPod

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### IP Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-scanner/id6443819966)

This app scans your local network to identify all active devices. It offers fast results, customizable device information, and tools like PING and Wake on LAN. Save and manage past scans for easy reference.

**Highlights:** Fast network scanning, Customizable device names and icons, Save and review past scans, PING, Wake on LAN, Port Scan tools, Save and import custom device lists, Import/export scan results

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| IP Scanner Pro Upgrade (iOS) | $19.99 | one-time |
| IP Scanner Pro Upgrade (MacOS) | $19.99 | one-time |
| IP Scanner Ultra (from Pro) | $19.99 | one-time |
| IP Scanner Ultra | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and effective
- 🚀 Immediate response to issues
- 📈 Indispensable for home and SMB networks
- 🔍 Useful network scanning tool
- 🔧 Helps identify devices on the network

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes on startup or update
- 💰 Expensive for full functionality
- 🤔 Confusing or non-intuitive UI
- 🔍 Difficulty identifying some devices
- 🔋 Resource-intensive scanning

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup
- Unstable on macOS
- Inconsistent scan results across devices
- Loses custom device names after scans
- Detects devices that are no longer on the network

**Requested features**

- Ability to print selected fields
- Include notes in printouts
- Resizable settings window
- Option to block or remove devices
- Improved device identification


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AirConsole Manager free?

AirConsole Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is IP Scanner free?

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

### Which has better reviews, AirConsole Manager or IP Scanner?

IP Scanner is rated higher. AirConsole Manager averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while IP Scanner averages 4.6 from 889 ratings.

### Do AirConsole Manager or IP Scanner have ads?

Neither AirConsole Manager nor IP Scanner shows ads.

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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.*