# eWeLink vs MERCUSYS

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MERCUSYS at 89% against eWeLink's 28%. MERCUSYS also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.7) and ratings volume (797 vs 72). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. eWeLink sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and MERCUSYS sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MERCUSYS holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MERCUSYS has 797 ratings behind it against 72, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of eWeLink's written reviews are positive against 89% of MERCUSYS's.

eWeLink ships an update monthly, MERCUSYS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | eWeLink | MERCUSYS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (72 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ewelink/id1035163158/reviews) | **[4.8 (797 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mercusys/id1539545426/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 72 | **797** |
| Positive reviews | 27.5% of reviews | **89.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 274 MB | 764 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen CoolKit Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1035163157) | [MERCUSYS Technologies Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1816669928) |

## What reviewers say

### eWeLink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ewelink/id1035163158)

This app acts as a central hub for controlling a wide range of smart home devices from multiple brands. It allows for remote operation, scheduling, and integration with voice assistants like Alexa and Google Home, as well as IFTTT for advanced automation.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Scheduling and timers, Smart scene creation, Voice assistant integration, Device sharing and grouping, LAN mode operation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30-Day History(billed 1 month) | $1.99 | per month |
| Advanced Plan · Subscribe monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| 30-Day History(billed 1 month) | $2.19 | per month |
| 摄像头云服务-月套餐 | $2.19 | per month |
| Prime Plan · Subscribe monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Advanced Plan · Annual subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Prime Plan · Annual subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| 30-Day History(billed 1 year) | $19.99 | per year |
| 30-Day History(billed 1 year) | $19.99 | per year |
| 30-Day History (billed 1 year) | $19.99 | per year |
| 30-Days History(billed 1 year) | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick response time
- 💡 Integrates with Alexa and Google Home
- 👍 Reliable performance
- 👍 Flexible scheduling and automation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Pairing problems
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🐛 Unreliable device control
- 🐛 Buggy firmware updates

**Reported bugs**

- Devices randomly going offline
- Timers and schedules not working as expected
- Inability to select Wi-Fi network during setup
- App login issues and frequent sign-outs
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add support for more smart home platforms
- Improve device sharing and multi-user functionality
- Provide more advanced automation and scheduling options
- Add an offline mode for local device control
- Improve app UI and UX for better usability


### MERCUSYS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mercusys/id1539545426)

Easily set up and manage your mesh Wi-Fi system. The app guides you through installation, helps optimize unit placement for better coverage, and provides comprehensive control over your network. Enjoy faster, more reliable Wi-Fi throughout your home.

**Highlights:** Mesh Wi-Fi setup, Network management, Device connection monitoring, Guest network sharing, Website access restriction, Wi-Fi scheduling for devices, Device Wi-Fi priority control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium 1 Cam/month | $3.49 | per month |
| Premium 2 Cam/month | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium 3 Cam/month | $10.49 | per month |
| Premium 10 Cam/month | $11.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Cam/year | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium 2 Cam/year | $69.99 | per year |
| Premium 3 Cam/year | $104.99 | per year |
| Premium 10 Cam/year | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and reliable
- 💡 Helpful app features
- 🔒 Good security and parental controls
- 🌐 Excellent WiFi coverage and connectivity

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes or bugs
- 🔌 Limited functionality in certain modes
- 📱 App could use more customization options
- 🔍 Difficulty identifying connected devices

**Reported bugs**

- App sometimes fails to detect or connect to router
- Inconsistent performance after firmware updates
- Difficulty renaming or customizing mesh nodes

**Requested features**

- Add dark mode option
- Improve device management and monitoring
- Implement automatic network optimization
- Provide more granular parental control settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is eWeLink free?

eWeLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MERCUSYS free?

MERCUSYS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, eWeLink or MERCUSYS?

MERCUSYS is rated higher. eWeLink averages 2.7 out of 5 from 72 ratings, while MERCUSYS averages 4.8 from 797 ratings.

### Do eWeLink or MERCUSYS have ads?

Neither eWeLink nor MERCUSYS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, eWeLink or MERCUSYS?

eWeLink ships an update monthly, and MERCUSYS every 3 weeks. Most recently, eWeLink was updated on October 31, 2026 and MERCUSYS on October 29, 2026.

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