# myWGU Mobile vs Wired For Work

The clearest difference is rating: Wired For Work at 5.0 against myWGU Mobile's 4.3. Wired For Work also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). myWGU Mobile's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Wired For Work holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: myWGU Mobile has 1.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | myWGU Mobile | Wired For Work |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mywgu-mobile/id1017785894/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wired-for-work/id6767027315/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 26.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 60 MB | 185 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Western Governors University](https://appshunter.io/developer/719751405) | [Wired For Work LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896348709) |

## What reviewers say

### myWGU Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mywgu-mobile/id1017785894)

This app allows enrolled Western Governors University students to access courses, track progress, and connect with faculty and peers. It offers a streamlined learning experience optimized for mobile devices, providing access to resources and support anytime, anywhere.

**Highlights:** Access courses and degree plans, Receive push notifications for updates, View academic progress, Access course resources and library, Connect with faculty and support

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient for studying on the go
- 📚 Allows access to course materials
- 🔔 Provides notifications and alerts
- 🤳 Travel-friendly app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes frequently
- 🔍 Limited functionality compared to website
- 🔒 Login issues and frequent log-outs
- 🖥️ Incompatible with iPad/tablet devices
- 🧭 Navigation and user experience problems

**Reported bugs**

- Course materials not loading properly
- Degree plan and assessment information not updating
- Inability to log in or app crashing on login
- Compatibility issues with latest iOS updates
- Inconsistent behavior across devices

**Requested features**

- Offline access to course materials
- Improved performance and stability
- Better integration with website and desktop experience
- Support for tablets and larger screens
- Enhanced navigation and user interface


### Wired For Work

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wired-for-work/id6767027315)

Explore a dual-career path by discovering your unique professional DNA and learning to work from rest. This app helps you activate your potential and build a fulfilling career or two based on your strengths.

**Highlights:** Discover Professional DNA™, Work from rest mindset, Two-career path building, Free career assessment, Foundational learning modules, Transformation Program

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is myWGU Mobile free?

myWGU Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Wired For Work free?

Wired For Work is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, myWGU Mobile or Wired For Work?

Wired For Work is rated higher. myWGU Mobile averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Wired For Work averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do myWGU Mobile or Wired For Work have ads?

Wired For Work shows ads; myWGU Mobile does not.

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