Best Drone Scanner Apps

Drone Scanner

Drone Remote ID scanner

Free

Transform your device into a drone scanner to track nearby flights in real-time. View detailed flight information, including pilot data and location history, on an interactive map. The app is updated to comply with current EU and US regulations.

Remote ID Drone Radar

Detect drones using Remote ID

Free

This app detects drones broadcasting Remote ID signals, showing their location, altitude, and operator information. It renders 3D flight paths and allows recording, playback, and export of flight data. Offline maps and alerts are also available.

Drone Buddy: Fly Drone Safely

Drone Pilots Best Friend

Free

This app provides drone pilots with essential flight data, including weather radar, wind maps, and no-fly zone information. It helps users plan safe flights, discover new flying locations, and stay updated on drone news. An optional subscription offers advanced features.

Flightradar24 | Flight Tracker

Live plane & flight tracker

Free

Track planes in real-time on a live map, identify aircraft by pointing your device at the sky, and view detailed flight information. Explore historical flight data, airport arrivals/departures, and even see what the pilot sees in 3D.

beacons: surveillance scanner

See the devices watching you

Free

Detects and maps surveillance devices broadcasting over WiFi and Bluetooth. It identifies cameras, trackers, and drones, offering a live view of nearby recording gear. Explore its features with sample data even without hardware.

DroneDAA by uAvionix

Detect and Avoid for drone Ops

Free

Provides real-time situational awareness for drone and manned aircraft operators. Detects nearby drones via Bluetooth and displays manned aircraft traffic with an ADS-B receiver. Includes FAA airspace data, proximity alerts, and weather information.

Drones Flying Near Me Training

Education of Remote ID

Free

This training tool educates drone pilots and the aviation community about FAA Remote ID requirements. It simulates locating drones and displays them on a map, with advanced features for law enforcement mode to improve altitude accuracy.

Drone Finder

by HOLY STONE TECHNOLOGY Co.,Ltd.

Free

This application allows users to read and edit remote ID module information for drones. It supports automatic signal searching, device binding, and resetting module account information. Additionally, it functions as a monitoring tool to view broadcast data and drone locations on a detailed map.

RID Scanner

Detect drone with A1 device

Free

This utility app uses WiFi Remote ID technology to detect nearby drones equipped with Remote ID functionality. It connects to external devices via Bluetooth for enhanced detection and provides real-time monitoring of drone information, including location and speed. The app aims to protect privacy and enhance security by alerting users to abnormal drone activities.

Ruko Scanner

by Shenzhen Ruike Innovation Technology

Free

This utility app allows users to read and edit information from Ruko external Remote ID modules. It supports searching for Remote ID signals, binding UAV identity information to an RID account, and resetting binding details. The app also functions as a monitoring tool to view broadcast information from nearby drones and their locations on a map.

Gargoyle Sentinel

Drone Detection

Free

Monitor low-altitude airspace for drone activity in real-time. Receive smart notifications for unauthorized drones and view coverage zones on an interactive map. This app helps build the next layer of infrastructure for secure aerial travel.

Dronetag

by Dronetag

Free

Enhance drone safety and compliance with European regulations. Manage your drone fleet, track flights in real-time, and view restricted airspace. Integrates with a hardware device for enhanced visibility.

LAANC Drone Airspace Approval

Check Airspace Before You Fly

Free

This app provides real-time FAA airspace authorization for drone operations. It checks for controlled, restricted, or prohibited airspace and facilitates near real-time approvals for recreational and Part 107 pilots. It also displays current weather conditions for your flight.

Drone Tracking

by Zhuhai Baize Innovation Technology Co., Ltd

Free

This application provides information for drones and aids in the use of broadcast modules. It guides users through FAA registration, helps locate lost drones, and allows checking broadcast data.

Pocket Scan: Offline Scanner

Scan. Search. Sign. Listen.

Free

Transform paper documents into searchable PDFs with this offline scanner. Capture, edit, sign, and organize multi-page documents without needing an account or subscription. Your data remains private and accessible on your device.

Go Fly 4: Drone Remote Control

HD View, Waypoint & Safe Maps

Free

This app provides advanced flight control and mission planning for DJI drones. It offers HD live camera feeds, autonomous waypoint navigation, and real-time airspace and weather data for safe and efficient aerial operations.