# WakeUp - The Wake on LAN tool

> Remote computer power management tool for iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Tommaso Madonia.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wakeup-the-wake-on-lan-tool/id484226812 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tommaso Madonia](https://appshunter.io/developer/484226815)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.40/5 from 35 App Store ratings · 92 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish
- Released: 2011-12-14
- Data updated: 2026-09-08
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wakeup-the-wake-on-lan-tool/id484226812/reviews.md

## What is WakeUp?

WakeUp is a "Wake on LAN" tool that allows your iPhone/iPod/iPad to wake up a computer via a local network or internet.


--- Features: ---
• Wake / sleep* / shutdown* computer on the local network or via internet**
• Automatically finds computers on the local network (easy setup!)
• LAN broadcast/DNS/IP address support
• SecureOn support
• Add as many computers as you want
• Add group of computers for one-touch wake
• Wake your computers directly from springboard (not compatible with iOS 7 and iOS 8)
• iCloud sync
• Shake'n'wake all devices
• Check if your devices are turned on (only under wifi)
• 6 languages: English, Italian, German, Chinese, Spanish and French

(*) Linux is not supported. Sleep/Shutdown for Windows requires "WakeUp Server" installed on your pc. Download it at www.tommasomadonia.com/wakeup/server/
(**) Your router may not compatible with 'wake over internet'.


--- Typical Uses: ---
• Power on a computer remotely and then use VNC to view files
• Power on your computer to stream files


--- Wake on LAN requisites: ---
• The iPad/iPhone/iPod has to be connected to the same network of your computer
• The computer has to be connected to the router via ethernet cable
• The network cards must support 'Magic Packets' and the computer must be configured correctly


--- Wake over Internet requisites: ---
• Wake on LAN requisites
• The network must be reachable via internet
• The router and the firewall must be configured correctly for the forwarding of 'Magic Packets'
• The router must be capable of forwarding 'Magic Packets' to turned off computers


--- Sleep/Shutdown requisites: ---
Mac OSX.
• 'Remote Login' enabled. (System Preferences > Sharing)
Windows:
• WakeUp Server (tommasomadonia.com/wakeup/server/)
• Java 7+
Linux: (require manual configuration)
• SSH server
• Manual configuration of sleep/shutdown SSH commands


Note: To remotely power on a computer when turned off often requires enabling "Wake on LAN" in BIOS. Mac OSX only support "Wake on LAN" and "Wake over internet" when sleeping.

## Key features

- Wake/sleep/shutdown computers remotely
- Automatic local network discovery
- LAN broadcast/DNS/IP support
- Add unlimited computers and groups
- Springboard wake (iOS 7/8 incompatible)
- iCloud sync
- Shake to wake all devices

## What do users think of WakeUp?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Works well for many users
- 🚀 Fast and effective
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Good interface
- 👍 Works over LAN and WAN
- 👍 Useful for waking and sleeping PCs
- 👍 Good value for money

**Cons**

- 🐛 Doesn't work for many users
- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Poor developer support
- 🐛 Difficult setup
- 🐛 Inconsistent functionality
- 🐛 Buttons too small
- 🐛 Not compatible with certain OS versions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Fields are grayed out or don't work
- Sleep function no longer working
- Shutdown/sleep issues on Windows 8.1
- Cannot wake MacBooks
- Server not working anymore
- Cannot get SecureOn password to work

**Most requested features**

- Add support for sending to a specific subnet
- Improve instructions for WAN setup
- Add Mac support
- Add tutorial for PC configuration
- Allow shutdown/sleep on PC
- Add VPN support over cellular network
- Make sleep server client minimize to system tray

## Recent user reviews (10 of 92)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wakeup-the-wake-on-lan-tool/id484226812/reviews.md

### 4/5 — button too small

*2023-01-22*

The buttons of ‘wakeup’ at the right end is too small.I always press the wrong button.

### 1/5 — Fake App . Bad Developer .

*2021-03-24, version 2.2.1*

Fake App . Bad Developer

### 1/5 — Doesn't work and has a clunky UI

*2020-06-17, version 2.2.1*

Doesn't work

### 1/5 — App does not work

*2020-02-09*

The only thing that’s working on this app is the wake on Lan which is for free in a lot of other apps.

### 5/5 — Stopped working in iOS 13.2, but fixed now

*2019-10-12*

Started working again in latest iOS 13.2 release, after being broken for a bit.

### 1/5 — ios13闪退

*2019-09-18*

ios13闪退

### 1/5 — 垃圾软件为什么不下架

*2019-08-05*

根本无法设置，不停的闪退，不明白为什么没有下架，被骗了6元钱。

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2019-07-14, version 2.2.1*

Tried over same lan, via broadcast or ip. MAC address for eth and wifi - no avail. Tried port 7 and 9. Research more for a better alternative.

### 2/5 — Não funciona

*2019-06-27*

O Servidor no Windows nunca fica ativo, clico em iniciar mas continua não encontrado.

### 2/5 — Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t

*2019-05-16*

I keep hitting the WakeUp key and after a few minutes it might wake up my Mac Mini and sometimes it won’t. I get frustrated and go to my computer room and just hit the keyboard or mouse to wake the Mac up. I’ve monkeyed with the sleep settings on my Mac but I get the same results.

## Frequently asked questions about WakeUp

### What does WakeUp do?

WakeUp is a tool that allows your iPhone, iPod, or iPad to wake up, sleep, or shut down computers. It can perform these actions over a local network or via the internet, providing convenient remote control of your devices.

### What are the key features of WakeUp?

Key features include the ability to wake, sleep, and shut down computers, automatic discovery of devices on your local network, support for multiple computers and groups, iCloud synchronization, and the option to wake devices directly from the springboard.

### How much does WakeUp cost?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There is no mention of free versions, subscriptions, or in-app purchases.

### What are the requirements for using Wake on LAN?

To use Wake on LAN, your iOS device must be on the same network as the computer. The computer needs to be connected to the router via an Ethernet cable, and its network card must support 'Magic Packets' and be configured correctly. For sleep/shutdown, specific server software or configurations may be required depending on the operating system.

### Can I use WakeUp to wake my computer from outside my home network?

Yes, WakeUp supports waking computers over the internet. However, this requires additional configuration of your router and firewall to correctly forward 'Magic Packets' to your computer. Compatibility can vary depending on your router's capabilities.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.1 — 2017-09-22

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

- Update for new iOS version

### 2.2 — 2014-11-20

• iOS 8 and 8.1 support
• iPhone 6 and 6+ compatibility
• Dropped support for iOS 5
• Added French localization
• Fixed multiple bugs

### 2.1.1 — 2014-04-09

• Bugfix: Fixed "Unknown command" error for German localization

### 2.1 — 2014-03-22

• Bugfix: Minor bug fixes
• UI: Added visual feedback when scanning the network (iPad only)
• UI: Fixed UI glitches for German localization
• Feature: Send WOL packet multiple times
• Feature: Set a custom stop/shutdown command, works on Linux too
• Feature: Disable the 'WiFi required' message if you use a VPN

### 2.0.11 — 2013-12-18

• Bugfix: Minor bug fixes

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