Best apps like Magic Packet: WOL Wake-on-LAN

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Updated September 2026

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Top Alternatives to Magic Packet

RemoteBoot WOL#1

RemoteBoot WOL by Takashi Tsuchiya

Simple Wake On LAN
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.4😐(33 ratings)
FreeAds
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Remotely power on your Mac or PC from your iOS device using Wake-on-LAN technology. This utility also allows you to check if your computer is online with a ping function. Siri Shortcuts integration enables voice commands for launching your computer.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Works where others failed
  • 👍 Simple and works well
  • 🚀 Easy to setup and use
  • 👍 Supports host names
  • 👍 Works perfectly every time
  • 👍 Simple and straightforward design
  • 👍 Zero fluff, straight to the point
  • 👍 Works over the internet (WAN)
  • 👍 Free and functional
  • 👍 Reliable for LAN and WAN
  • 👍 Consistent performance
  • 👍 Works with multiple machines
  • 👍 Good for remote control

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Broken from v4 (broadcast issue)
  • 🐛 Apple Watch app broken
  • 🐛 Doesn't send broadcast packets
  • 🐛 Ads are present
  • 🐛 Interface is weak and not user-friendly
  • 🐛 Lacks confirmation of sent packet
  • 🐛 Cannot rearrange list of devices
  • 🐛 Crashes when configuring/adding servers
  • 🐛 Settings sometimes removed
  • 🐛 Crashes when entering IP/Hostname
  • 🐛 UI unclear and cluttered
  • 🐛 Difficult setup for novices
  • 🐛 Lacks PIN login or 2FA
  • 🐛 GUI could be improved
  • 🐛 Icon could be designed better
  • 🐛 Doesn't always work when computer is off
  • 🐛 Inconsistent results
  • 🐛 Doesn't work over VPN
Off - Shutdown and Wake On Lan#3

Off - Shutdown and Wake On Lan by BRIDGETECH SOLUTIONS LIMITED

Computer Remote for PC & Mac
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.5😊(495 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Remotely manage your computers from anywhere in the world. Control shutdown, restart, sleep, and wake-on-LAN functions. Integrate with Siri and Shortcuts for voice commands and automation.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Works perfectly for intended use
  • 👍 Simple and easy to set up
  • 🚀 Connects remotely and works with VPN
  • 👍 Intuitive interface
  • 🚀 Reliable and consistent functionality
  • 👍 Great company support and responsiveness

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with connectivity and status reporting
  • 💰 Some features are paywalled
  • 🔒 Potential security concerns with unsigned installer
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with certain hardware/software configurations

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