D vs DormsNet
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
D
Easily set up and manage your D-Link wireless network from your smartphone or tablet. Monitor your network, control connected devices, set access schedules, and enable guest Wi-Fi with a user-friendly interface.
- View network at a glance
- Check connection status
- See connected devices
- Block unauthorized devices
- Set access schedules
- Parental controls
- Guest Wi-Fi setup
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Managing your home network can get complicated. That's why we made the new D-Link Wi-Fi app more friendly and functional. Packed with a range of smart features, the D-Link Wi-Fi app gives you the power to setup and manage your D-Link wireless network effortlessly using your smartphone or tablet. Network Management, Made Smarter. WONDERING WHAT'S UP WITH YOUR WI-FI? • View your entire network at a glance • Check your connection status • Find out who/what is connected to your network instantly NETWORK MANAGEMENT IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND • The new D-Link Wi-Fi makes it easy to setup and control your home network without having to turn on your computer • Intuitive interface lets you find what you need quickly • Find out who's on your network with your mobile device • Instantly block unauthorized devices with one tap INTERNET INTERFERING WITH FAMILY CONNECTIONS? • Make room for more family time with access Schedules • Restrict your kids' device access with Parental Controls GUESTS COMING OVER? • Enable Guest-Wi-Fi without exposing your main Wi-Fi password • Tap and share your Guest Wi-Fi instantly with QR Code or messaging apps FIRMWARE UPGRADES WON'T AFFECT YOUR DAILY USAGE • Device firmware upgrades are scheduled at less active times to let you fully enjoy streaming, online gaming, and fast file transfers. For other D-Link router products, refer to the QRS Mobile app. Notes: The D-Link Wi-Fi app is for local access only. Your smartphone or tablet must be connected to your Wi-Fi system to use this app. To access advanced features of the Wi-Fi System, you should use the web interface by going to http://covr.local./ or http://dlinkrouter.local./ from a computer or mobile device connected to the system. System Requirements: iOS 11.0 or later. If you are experiencing issues, contact mydlinksupport@dlinkcorp.com.
DormsNet
This app facilitates communication and information access for campus residents. It allows users to receive alerts, submit requests to facility managers, and access important documents and resources provided by management.
- Emergency alerts
- Event notifications
- Facility manager requests
- Phone directories
- Document access
- How-to videos
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Mobile application for campus residents (military dorms or university campus) meant to be used within the DormsNet environment. Easily receive emergency alerts and events notifications, send requests to facility managers and consult phone directories, forms, how-to videos and any other document made available by the facility management through a back-end application.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: DormsNet at 100% against D's 17%. D's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
D ships an update every 6 weeks, DormsNet every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | D | DormsNet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (5.5K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 16.5% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5.5K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 8 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.1 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 283 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | D-Link Corporation | GATTEL MARCO |
Customer experience
D
DormsNet
Bugs and requests
D
Reported bugs
5 issues- App crashes during setup
- Inability to detect or connect to routers
- Incorrect password prompts
- Inconsistent device status reporting
- Sync issues between app and router
Requested features
5 requests- Support for more router models
- Remote management capabilities
- Better device monitoring and diagnostics
- Improved guest network management
- Faster firmware updates
DormsNet
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
D
No in-app purchases
DormsNet
No in-app purchases









