# SimpleLink™ Wi vs tracker detect

The clearest difference is rating: tracker detect at 4.6 against SimpleLink™ Wi's 1.0. tracker detect also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 10 months) and ratings volume (8.5K vs 3). SimpleLink™ Wi's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. tracker detect sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. SimpleLink™ Wi asks for nothing beyond the download.

tracker detect holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: tracker detect has 8.5K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

SimpleLink™ Wi ships an update every 10 months, tracker detect every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SimpleLink™ Wi | tracker detect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplelink-wi-fi-starter-pro/id1069415196/reviews) | **[4.6 (8.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tracker-detect/id1595362463/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **8.5K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 43.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 8 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Texas Instruments](https://appshunter.io/developer/329739753) | [Mustafa Uz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1587214013) |

## What reviewers say

### SimpleLink™ Wi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplelink-wi-fi-starter-pro/id1069415196)

This app configures, connects, and communicates with specific wireless devices for IoT applications. It helps users set up Wi-Fi connections and discover other devices on the network.

**Highlights:** Configure Wi-Fi device to connect to access point, Locate other SimpleLink Wi-Fi devices, Connect microcontrollers to IoT, Add embedded Wi-Fi connectivity, Single-chip Wi-Fi solution

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### tracker detect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tracker-detect/id1595362463)

Easily locate lost Bluetooth devices like earbuds, smartwatches, and trackers. The app uses proximity indicators and vibrations to guide you closer to your missing items. Manage subscriptions through your Apple ID settings.

**Highlights:** Locate AirPods, Apple Pencil, and Apple Watch, Find Bluetooth devices, Proximity percentage indicator, Vibration alerts, Manage subscriptions

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful in finding lost items
- 🚀 Works well in locating devices
- 🙌 Effective for finding AirPods

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent performance, fails to detect devices
- 🤔 Inaccurate or unreliable tracking
- 💤 Doesn't work for all Bluetooth devices

**Reported bugs**

- Frequently reports errors or issues
- Fails to locate devices even when nearby

**Requested features**

- Improve device detection accuracy
- Expand compatibility to more Bluetooth trackers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SimpleLink™ Wi free?

SimpleLink™ Wi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is tracker detect free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SimpleLink™ Wi or tracker detect?

tracker detect is rated higher. SimpleLink™ Wi averages 1.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while tracker detect averages 4.6 from 8.5K ratings.

### Do SimpleLink™ Wi or tracker detect have ads?

Neither SimpleLink™ Wi nor tracker detect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SimpleLink™ Wi or tracker detect?

SimpleLink™ Wi ships an update every 10 months, and tracker detect every 2 months. Most recently, SimpleLink™ Wi was updated on October 5, 2026 and tracker detect on October 12, 2026.

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