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Android Apps > Tools > Drone Scanner
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Drone Scanner

2.3.4
Dronetag
2.06
133 reviews
50,000+
Downloads
Free

Real-time drone detection tool

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Summary

Drone Scanner by Dronetag turns your Android device into a real-time drone-detection tool, letting you see nearby drones, monitor activity, and export recent scans. With 50,000+ total downloads and 5.4K in the last 30 days, it supports EU, US, and Japanese Remote ID requirements and pairs with the Dronetag RIDER for extended range. The app holds a 2.06 rating from 133 reviews, reflecting user sentiment across scanning scenarios.

Pros & Cons

  • Supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi-based drone detection for broad coverage
  • RIDR RIDER integration extends detection range and scan frequency
  • Map and list views provide flexible scanning visualization
  • Remote ID regulatory compatibility across EU, US, and Japan
  • Scanning may be limited on some devices due to manufacturer restrictions, especially for Wi-Fi access.

About Drone Scanner

Drone Scanner is a tools app developed by Dronetag.

Install Statistics

Drone Scanner has been installed 92 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 5.4 thousand times.

User Ratings

Drone Scanner is rated 2.06 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 130 ratings.

App Information

Drone Scanner is freely available from Google Play. The app size is 42.18 MB. The latest version available is 2.3.4. The last update was on August 1, 2026.

Technical Requirements

Drone Scanner requires Android 7.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since May 2025.

Description by Dronetag (from Google Play)

Drone Scanner by Dronetag transforms your phone into a real-time drone detection tool, allowing you to see what’s flying nearby, monitor drone activity, and gain visibility into the skies from your pocket. You can scan drones using your mobile device or connect to a Dronetag RIDER, our dedicated drone detector with significantly greater range. RIDER can detect drones up to 5 km (3 mi) away with its default antenna and up to 10 km (6 mi) with a directional antenna.

New in the next-generation Drone Scanner:

- A completely redesigned interface and an intuitive scans list
- Recent scans are stored locally on your phone and can be exported to open formats
- Scan using Dronetag RIDER for enhanced range and scan frequency


Core Features: 

- Detect drones using Bluetooth 4, Bluetooth 5, Wi-Fi Beacon, and Wi-Fi NAN 

- Display pilot location (if available) 

- Monitor height, direction, and operation type 

- Browse nearby drones on a map or in list view 

- Compatible with EU, US, and Japanese Remote ID regulations 

- Developed by Dronetag, a global leader in drone Remote ID solutions

Some phones may limit scanning functionality due to manufacturer restrictions - especially related to Wi-Fi access. This is a system limitation and not an issue with the app.

How It Works:
Remote ID is a feature that transmits identification and flight data from drones using wireless signals like Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Manufacturers implement this in different ways, using various technologies. Drone Scanner captures these signals using your phone’s built-in hardware - or via the Dronetag RIDER for extended detection range and higher reliability.

Recent changes:
This update includes important under-the-hood improvements to keep the app compatible with the latest Android platform requirements.
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More data about Drone Scanner

Price Free
Total installs 92 thousand
Recent installs 5.4 thousand
Rating 2.06 based on 130 ratings
Ranking Not ranked
Version 2.3.4
App size 42.2 MB
Number of libraries 21
Designed for Android 7.0+
Suitable for Everyone
Ads No ads

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Installs over time

Drone Scanner has been installed 92 thousand times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 180 installs per day.

Changelog of Drone Scanner

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Comments on Drone Scanner for Android

★★★★★ Jeff Mccray · Apr 27, 2026
Works for my Roku module, I have yet to pick up any other quadcopters around my area, thinking of buying a separate receiver to pair with the app.
★★★★☆ Restricted · Apr 29, 2026
App works fine, just have to give it permissions and a second for the phone to discover the aircraft. Just wish I could put it in imperial units.
★★★★★ Alan Chan (JustAlan) · Aug 11, 2025
Works right out of the box, reliable scan for DJI drones and other remote ID modules.
★★★★★ Alexander May · Feb 28, 2026
This app has helped me find my lost drone once. And it has helped me stay compliant. Definitely a must-have for those flying expensive drones in the US.
★☆☆☆☆ Rob · Aug 3, 2026
Doesn't work! Doesn't detect my DJI Mini 5 Pro or Sky rover X1. Have you not tested this app with any real drones? Waste of time!
★★☆☆☆ Cathal Ferris · Apr 16, 2026
For an app that only uses Bluetooth and Wi-Fi listening, there's zero need for precise location permissions. Stating "Permission Denied" for Bluetooth permissions with approximate location is disingenuous at best. App doesn't need "precise" to work as stated - why farm and offboard that info if so?
★☆☆☆☆ technick · Aug 18, 2026
Doesn't work like the legacy version worked on my old Galaxy Note 20 ultra. I was just under a government drone, and it didn't detect anything.
★☆☆☆☆ Nisin C · Jul 14, 2026
I was looking at 3 drones in my backyard and the app did not detect any of them.

Google Play Rankings for Drone Scanner

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Technologies used by Drone Scanner

17 permissions · 21 libraries
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Trust & Safety: Drone Scanner requests location, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Internet permissions, plus foreground service to enable continuous scanning and mapping. Some devices may limit scanning due to manufacturer restrictions—particularly for Wi‑Fi access—this is a system limitation rather than the app's issue.

Frequently asked questions about Drone Scanner

Is Drone Scanner free?

Yes. Drone Scanner is free on Google Play.

Is Drone Scanner still available?

Yes. Drone Scanner is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on August 1, 2026.

Does Drone Scanner contain ads?

No. Google Play does not list Drone Scanner as containing ads.

What Android version does Drone Scanner require?

Drone Scanner runs on Android 7.0 and higher.

How large is Drone Scanner?

Drone Scanner is 42.18 MB.

Is Drone Scanner suitable for children?

Google Play rates the content of Drone Scanner as suitable for everyone.

How many times has Drone Scanner been installed?

Google Play lists 50,000+ installs for Drone Scanner.

How do people rate Drone Scanner?

Drone Scanner scores 2.06 out of 5 stars, from 133 ratings on Google Play.

Who made Drone Scanner?

Drone Scanner was developed by Dronetag. It is listed in the tools category on Google Play.

What are the best alternatives to Drone Scanner?

People looking at Drone Scanner also look at these tools apps: Drone Scanner & Radar Finder, Drone Jammer Controller Prank, Drone Fly Pro: Go fly Drones, DroneScout: Drone Detector, Drone Remote Controller.

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