Comparison

Firewalla vs Bitdefender Hub

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Firewalla

Secure your home or small business network and IoT devices from cyber threats. Detect vulnerable devices, scan for infections, and block suspicious activity. Manage your network security with this powerful tool.

Highlights
  • Network security
  • IoT device management
  • Vulnerability detection
  • Mirai virus scanning
  • Port scanning
  • Network control
Features
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Firewalla is a vital security addition to every home and small business with network and IoT devices. Imagine yourself settling in for a nice, quiet evening. You go to check on the sleeping baby and out of the corner of your eye you catch the baby camera turn towards you...somebody else is watching. Hackers are like a burglar constantly checking all your doors and windows looking for a way to sneak in. Firewalla can help you to secure and manage your personal network, discover vulnerable IoT devices. Firewalla has the ability to discover devices that are open and can be infected (or already) by the Mirai virus. Security Scanning 1. Inside scan, find all the devices that may be infected with Mirai virus or can be infected with it. 2. Outside scan, search for ports that are open from the Internet side. This app will also control the Firewalla Box.

About

Bitdefender Hub

Manage your digital identity and online privacy. Track personal data, secure passwords, and enhance online activity protection. Stay aware of how your information is used across digital services.

Highlights
  • Digital identity protection
  • Online privacy tools
  • Password management
  • Data tracking and alerts
  • Device safeguards
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Take control of your digital identity with an app designed to protect who you are online — not just what’s on your device. This early-access experience brings together identity, privacy, and account-security tools that help you stay aware of how your personal information is used across the digital services you rely on every day. See where your data appears. Track your email addresses, phone numbers, and other personal details to understand how they’re shared online. Get alerts when your information is found in unexpected places or when an account may need attention. Strengthen your logins with ease. Secure and manage your passwords in one organized place, create stronger credentials, and reduce the risks associated with reused or weak passwords. Keep your online activity more private. Whether you’re on public Wi-Fi or browsing on the go, built-in privacy tools help shield your connection and maintain a more confidential online experience. Stay protected across your digital life. The app includes essential device safeguards that support your overall safety without replacing your existing security solutions. Designed for simplicity, built for modern identity challenges. Join the early experience and help shape the future of personal digital protection. Important Information: - The payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase. - You must have or create a Bitdefender account to use this app. Terms of Use: https://www.bitdefender.com/site/view/subscription-agreement.html Privacy Policy: https://www.bitdefender.com/site/view/legal-privacy-policy-for-home-users-solutions.html

Screenshots

Firewalla4 screens
Bitdefender Hub4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Firewalla at 81% against Bitdefender Hub's 0%. Firewalla also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.7) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Bitdefender Hub's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bitdefender Hub sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Firewalla asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Firewalla holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Firewalla has 736 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Firewalla's written reviews are positive against 0% of Bitdefender Hub's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Firewalla ships an update every 6 weeks, Bitdefender Hub fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Firewalla versus Bitdefender Hub: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFirewallaBitdefender Hub
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (736 ratings) — better2.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews80.6% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings736 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.014.0
Further details — not scored
Size110 MB204 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRottiesoft LLCBitdefender SRL

Customer experience

Firewalla

All ratings736 ratings
Positive86.0%
Neutral2.9%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews211 reviews
Positive80.6%
Neutral5.2%
Negative14.2%

Bitdefender Hub

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Firewalla

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes after updates
  • Connectivity issues with certain routers
  • Inconsistent device detection
  • Firmware update problems

Requested features

5 requests
  • Landscape mode support for iPad
  • Web-based management interface
  • Improved setup process
  • Faster response times
  • More detailed network monitoring

Bitdefender Hub

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Firewalla

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Bitdefender Hub

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Premium VPN$6.991 Month
  • Ultimate Security Individual$15.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium VPN$69.991 Year

Questions

Is Firewalla free?
Firewalla is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bitdefender Hub free?
Bitdefender Hub is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Firewalla or Bitdefender Hub?
Firewalla is rated higher. Firewalla averages 4.5 out of 5 from 736 ratings, while Bitdefender Hub averages 2.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Firewalla or Bitdefender Hub have ads?
Neither Firewalla nor Bitdefender Hub shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Firewalla or Bitdefender Hub?
Firewalla ships an update every 6 weeks, and Bitdefender Hub fortnightly. Most recently, Firewalla was updated on October 11, 2026 and Bitdefender Hub on October 5, 2026.

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