# eduroam Companion

> Global eduroam Wi-Fi hotspot locator for academic travelers. (iPhone/iPad app by Jisc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eduroam-companion/id480611749 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jisc](https://appshunter.io/developer/913994265)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.2 · 52 MB
- Released: 2011-12-22
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eduroam-companion/id480611749/reviews.md

## What is eduroam Companion?

eduroam is a global service for the academic community, facilitating access to internet connectivity when roaming. Find out more at https://www.eduroam.org
 
This eduroam Companion app has been created by Jisc, the UK’s national research and education network provider, to assist eduroam’s international community of users in making best use of the service. It documents the location of eduroam venues worldwide, allowing users to locate their nearest access location.
 
Users can use the map screen to explore eduroam venues close to them or to plan network access for upcoming trips. The interface allows searching for a specific venue or listing all venues on the current map view. Further details for each venue can be displayed, and if desired the app will create a route to navigate you to a chosen venue.
 
Please note that this companion app displays the data gathered by the central eduroam service, so any queries or requests for inclusion should in the first instance go to them   via the URL above. We’d be really grateful for any reviews or suggestions for the app itself, however.
 
Jisc is grateful for the assistance of Miro and colleagues in the Geant eduroam service management team in deploying core infrastructure to support this major update.

## Key features

- Global eduroam venue locations
- Interactive map view
- Search for specific venues
- List venues on current map
- Detailed venue information
- Navigation to venues

## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eduroam-companion/id480611749/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great to find nearest eduroam hotspot

*2025-03-25*

I have used many times to find and connect to the nearest eduroam hotspot. 

Quick and easy!

### 2/5 — Map content inaccurate

*2025-03-22, version 3.3.0*

No idea where the data is coming from, but it’s all but useless. I’m in Oxford and the place is peppered with eduroam nodes, but most of them aren’t showing up. None of the university hospitals are listed, but they aren’t the only gaps.

### 2/5 — Tag Me function doesn't work!

*2017-08-28*

I can't enter new places where eduroam is now available... Tag Me feature is completely useless.

### 4/5 — Good but limited

*2016-03-08, version 2.0.0*

Nice little app but the 'tag' function (which I guess was to allow users to identify locations not in the official list) doesn't work. I spent today connected to eduroam in one of the hospital buildings were our eduroam signal is present but failed to tag every time. 
Other then nice it does what you'd expect and shows locations where you can connect.

### 5/5 — Amazingly fast

*2015-10-16*

This is way faster than the University wifi

### 1/5 — Old database

*2014-02-14*

The location pointer is not pointed correctly and the hole eduroam database is almost 3 years old. The new Institution wasn't listed there!

### 3/5 — Too bad the institution database is not frequently updated

*2013-03-18*

It could be quite useful, but because the database of institutions is not updated new sites can't add their locations.

### 4/5 — A great start

*2012-03-21, version 1.0.1*

Please make it a universal app so that it can be used on the iPad without pixel-doubling.

### 5/5 — A Great Idea

*2012-01-10, version 1.0*

Effective app with a smooth, professionally finished UI.

### 5/5 — Find your nearest eduroam coverage

*2011-12-22, version 1.0*

Find eduroam anywhere in Europe. Only useful for members of organisations that participate in the eduroam federation.

## Frequently asked questions about eduroam Companion

### What is eduroam Companion?

eduroam Companion is a free application designed to help users of the global eduroam service find Wi-Fi access locations. It displays these venues on a map and provides navigation to them, assisting academic travelers with connectivity.

### How does eduroam Companion help me find Wi-Fi?

The app features an interactive map that shows eduroam venues near your current location or in a planned travel area. You can search for specific venues or list all available ones on the map view.

### Can eduroam Companion guide me to a Wi-Fi spot?

Yes, if you select a specific venue, the app can generate a route to navigate you directly to that chosen eduroam access point.

### Where does eduroam Companion get its data?

This companion app displays data gathered by the central eduroam service. For any queries or requests regarding venue inclusion, users should contact the central service directly via eduroam.org.

### Is eduroam Companion free to use?

Yes, eduroam Companion is available for free. It does not require any payment to download or use its features.

### What devices support eduroam Companion?

The app is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, indicating compatibility with Apple's iOS ecosystem.

### How often is eduroam Companion updated?

The app was last updated on January 30, 2026, with version 3.4.1. This suggests a relatively recent update, though specific update frequency is not detailed.

### What is the age rating for eduroam Companion?

eduroam Companion has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger academic community members.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.4.1 — 2026-01-30

Updated to iOS 26.2

### 3.4.0 — 2025-07-09

Bug fixes

### 3.3.0 — 2022-06-07

This update includes accessibility enhancements in line with WCAG 2.1.

Improvements include:

- Screen Reader Compatibility
Users can now use screen readers to navigate around all areas of the app interface, including the map showing participating venues.

- Site List
In addition to the visual map showing locations, where each pin can be clicked to show venue details, users can now also see the participating venues in a list that updates dynamically in line with what is showing on the map visual. The list can also be searched for full/partial text matches independently of the map function.

- Customisable Font & Button Size
Users can significantly increase font and button size without losing content or functionality. The exact rate of zoom that can be achieved without impacting usability will depend on the size of your mobile device.

### 3.2.2 — 2021-03-05

- Minor improvements and bug fixes

### 3.2.0 — 2020-07-22

- Improvements to clustering options
- Improvements to data downloading
- Support for dark mode
- Minor visual updates and improvements
- Various other minor bug fixes and improvements

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