OpenRoaming vs Wi
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
OpenRoaming
This app enables free, seamless, and secure Wi-Fi access using your Google or Apple ID. Once activated, your device automatically connects to supported Wi-Fi networks globally without further action.
- Free Wi-Fi access
- Seamless connection
- Secure Wi-Fi
- Google/Apple ID login
- Automatic network attachment
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The OpenRoaming App configures your device with Free, Seamless and Secure Wi-Fi using your Google or Apple ID. This service can be leveraged in many Wi-Fi networks around the world. After activating the service on your device through the app, there is nothing more for you to do, your device will automatically attach to Wi-Fi where supported. Support: openroaming-app@external.cisco.com
Wi
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Experience seamless mobile connectivity wherever Wi-DAS is available. The Wi-DAS app lets you connect your device to Wi-DAS-enabled networks, giving you carrier-grade cellular coverage indoors—without relying on weak signals or dropped calls. Wi-DAS uses advanced Passpoint technology to provide secure, automatic connections to participating networks, so you can enjoy uninterrupted voice, text, and data services inside buildings that support Wi-DAS. Why Wi-DAS? Better Coverage Indoors: No more dead zones or weak signals. Secure & Automatic: Connect safely with Passpoint® technology. Carrier-Grade Performance: Works with major mobile carriers. Simple Setup: Just install the app and connect. Stay connected wherever Wi-DAS is available—because your mobile experience shouldn’t stop at the door
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Wi at every 2 months against OpenRoaming's every 27 months. Wi also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
OpenRoaming ships an update every 27 months, Wi every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | OpenRoaming | Wi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 27 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 93 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cisco | American Bandwidth LLC |
In-app purchases
OpenRoaming
No in-app purchases
Wi
No in-app purchases
