Comparison

Rogers Xfinity vs BlueIOPin

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

Head to head
About

Rogers Xfinity

Manage your home WiFi and connected devices remotely. Offers advanced security, parental controls, and WiFi scheduling. Also integrates with smart home devices and home monitoring services.

Highlights
  • Advanced WiFi security
  • Parental controls
  • WiFi scheduling
  • Speed test
  • Password management
  • Smart device integration
  • Home monitoring
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You’re in control with Rogers Xfinity. Easily manage and protect your home WiFi and connected devices from anywhere, at any time. Included exclusively with Rogers Xfinity Internet plans and bundles with TV/Streaming or Self Protection. If you used the previous Rogers Xfinity (Shaw) app, this app replaces it. • Get our most secure WiFi – turn on Advanced Security for worry-free protection of all connected devices; automatically block online threats 24/7 and get alerts about suspicious activity • Protect your loved ones – activate easy Parental Controls and Active Time Details for added peace of mind • Pause or schedule WiFi whenever you choose – create Downtime Schedules or set Active Time Limits • Test your connections – ensure you’re getting the best WiFi for all your connected devices without having to call tech support • Never forget your WiFi password again – quickly check, update or share your WiFi password • One app that does it all – link and control smart devices like lights, thermostats and door locks, from popular brands • Add Rogers Xfinity Self Protection to any Rogers Xfinity Internet plan and keep an eye on your home with 24/7 self-monitoring right at your fingertips. • Elevate your home WiFi - Add Rogers Xfinity Pro to extend your WiFi range, Boost a Device, stay connected during power outages, and enjoy premium support. Getting Started • Download and install the Rogers Xfinity app on your smartphone • Launch the app and sign in using your MyRogers or MyRogers (Shaw) username and password Requirements • Rogers Xfinity Gateway, included exclusively with Rogers Xfinity Internet plans and bundles • MyRogers or MyRogers (Shaw) username and password to access the app, depending on which option you use for your Rogers Xfinity home services. • App designed for smartphone use only. For more information see rogers.com/rogers-xfinity-app

About

BlueIOPin

Features
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BlueIOPin app allows users to connect with the BlueIO832Mini board of I-SYST Inc to control and setting pins of the BlueIO832Mini board as follows: • Pins (D0-D5) can be individually configured as digital input/output terminal and PWM 1. Digital Input • The app reads and displays the selected pin’s value • Polling mode: User presses a button in the app to read a pin’s value • Notification: The firmware automatically sends a notification to the app whenever a pin’s value change is detected 2. Digital Output • The app controls the pin output digital value (0/1) 3. Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) signal generation • Duty cycle (0-100%) • Clock polarity (0-LOW, 1-HIGH) • 3 PWM groups where each group: Output up to 4 pins with different duty cycles, and has individual frequency • Frequency (1Hz ~ 4MHz)

Screenshots

Rogers Xfinity4 screens
BlueIOPin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Rogers Xfinity at every 3 weeks against BlueIOPin's every 23 months. BlueIOPin's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rogers Xfinity ships an update every 3 weeks, BlueIOPin every 23 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Rogers Xfinity versus BlueIOPin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRogers XfinityBlueIOPin
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (512 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews6.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings512 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 23 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size449 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRogers Communications Inc.i-SYST

Bugs and requests

Rogers Xfinity

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Repeated sign-in issues
  • Incompatibility with older devices
  • Inconsistent app behavior

Requested features

3 requests
  • Speed test integration
  • Customizable home screen
  • Remote device management

BlueIOPin

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Rogers Xfinity

No in-app purchases

None

BlueIOPin

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rogers Xfinity free?
Rogers Xfinity is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BlueIOPin free?
BlueIOPin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Rogers Xfinity or BlueIOPin have ads?
Neither Rogers Xfinity nor BlueIOPin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rogers Xfinity or BlueIOPin?
Rogers Xfinity ships an update every 3 weeks, and BlueIOPin every 23 months. Most recently, Rogers Xfinity was updated on November 6, 2026 and BlueIOPin on November 8, 2026.

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