MistAI vs AXIS Installer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MistAI
This app simplifies the installation and on-boarding of Juniper network devices, including switches, routers, and access points. It offers secure login, device claiming, inventory management, and detailed site and device information for administrators and installers.
- Secure login with Mist account
- Claim devices using codes or QR scans
- Search and manage device inventory
- View site and device information
- Map view for Access Points
- Device status and details
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The Mist AI app is designed to help in installing Juniper Switch(es), Wan edge routers, Mist edge, and Mist Access Point(s) for easy on-boarding. Mist AI supports the user roles mentioned below: • Admin role: Access to all the application features. • Installer role: Limited access. They can only do the initial setup of devices in the Org. Mist AI has the following features: LOGIN • Allows users with the admin/installer role to securely log in with their existing Mist account. • Log in via SSO and biometric authentication. CLAIM DEVICE • Claim a Juniper Switch(es), Wan edge routers, Mist edge, and Mist Access Point(s) to an Org or Site using a Claim or QR code(if not already claimed via activation code). DEVICE INVENTORY • Fast and easy way to search devices by name, mac, or scanning a QR at the Org level. • View list and count of devices on the Org Level. • An efficient way to assign multiple devices to a Site. • View device model and associate Site name. SITE INFORMATION • View Juniper Switch(es), Wan edge routers, Mist edge and Mist Access Point(s) in list view. • View Access Points in map view. • Fast and easy way to search devices by name, mac, or scanning a QR at the Site level. • View the total number of devices on the Site. • Device status (connected or disconnected). • Navigate to the device detail page. DEVICE DETAILS • View device details such as name, mac, status (connected/disconnected), firmware version, and uptime. • Unassign, Unclaim, or Replace devices. • Remove the Access Point from a map. (AP only) • Allows placement of an Access Point on a floor plan with the ability to set AP height and LED orientation.(AP only) MIST AI APP REQUIREMENTS • Mist Account. • Admin/Installer role access to the deployment Org. • Juniper Switch(es), Wan edge routers, Mist edge and Mist Access Point(s) USER MANUAL • https://www.mist.com/documentation/mist-ai-mobile-app/
AXIS Installer
Simplify device installation by finding and configuring network-connected devices. Access user manuals and installation guides directly from your device. Scan product QR codes for quick access to documentation and view live video during setup.
- Find and configure network devices
- Access product documentation
- View live video during installation
- QR code scanning for quick access
- Replaces AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool
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Device installation made easy. Find and configure Axis and third-party devices on your network and get access to all user manuals and installation guides conveniently from your pocket when installing Axis devices. Use AXIS Installer to scan the QR-code provided with the product in the box to quickly access the right product documentation. Key features: • Find and configure devices on your network • Quick access to product documentation • View live video on your mobile device or smartwatch while installing We update the app regularly. Install the latest version to get the newest features and improvements. Thank you for using AXIS Installer.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: MistAI at 4.1 against AXIS Installer's 1.7. On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MistAI holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 6 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 25% and 25% positive.
MistAI ships an update every 2 months, AXIS Installer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MistAI | AXIS Installer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (15 ratings) — better | 1.7 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | 25.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 15 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Mist Systems | AXIS Communications AB |
Customer experience
MistAI
AXIS Installer
In-app purchases
MistAI
No in-app purchases
AXIS Installer
No in-app purchases
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