MERCUSYS vs Cudy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MERCUSYS
Easily set up and manage your mesh Wi-Fi system. The app guides you through installation, helps optimize unit placement for better coverage, and provides comprehensive control over your network. Enjoy faster, more reliable Wi-Fi throughout your home.
- Mesh Wi-Fi setup
- Network management
- Device connection monitoring
- Guest network sharing
- Website access restriction
- Wi-Fi scheduling for devices
- Device Wi-Fi priority control
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To set up your Halo/Router network, simply plug one of your Halo/Router units into your modem and follow the instructions in the MERCUSYS app. The app also helps you find the best spots in your home to place additional Halo units. Once your Halo/Router network is up and running, you can enjoy faster, stronger Wi-Fi connections that won't drop out, even when you're moving from room to room. Plus, you can manage your entire Halo Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System right from the MERCUSYS app,including: - Sharing your guest network with visitors - Viewing which devices are connected to your Wi-Fi - Restricting access to websites of your choosing - Setting a time restriction and pause the Wi-Fi on kids' devices - Controlling when certain devices have Wi-Fi access - Picking which devices get Wi-Fi priority - Adding a family member as a network manager to help you monitor your network MERCUSYS App has met EAA requirements. View compatible list of MERCUSYS: https://www.mercusys.com/support/mercusys-app/#compatible-products Note: Please make sure you have updated to the latest firmware that supports MERCUSYS. Privacy Policy: https://www.mercusys.com/en/app/privacy#sec_a Terms of Service: https://www.mercusys.com/en/app/privacy#sec_b
Cudy
Easily set up and manage your Cudy Wi-Fi routers, mesh systems, and range extenders from your mobile device. The app offers an intuitive interface for network status checks, personalized settings, and powerful device management features like internet pausing and parental controls.
- Quick router setup
- Network status dashboard
- Device management (pause internet, VPN)
- WiFi and IPTV settings
- Firmware updates
- Parental controls
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Cudy App provides the easiest way to access and manage Cudy Wi-Fi Router, Mesh Wi-Fi Router, or Range Extender through your mobile devices. From setup to device management, Cudy provides a simple and intuitive user interface to check the status of your networking devices and configure more personal settings for your network. Cudy App makes it easy for you to install your router and get quick access to your network information. Features include: 1, Easy and intuitive interface to quick setup the router in minutes. 2, Simple management dashboard to view the status of your network, notifications, and all the feature your router. 3, Powerful device management with options to pause internet or VPN access and set rate limits. 4, WiFi settings, IPTV settings, update firmware and much more. 5, Parental Controls allow you to set healthy internet schedules and content access for your family.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: MERCUSYS at 89% against Cudy's 45%. MERCUSYS also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.4) and ratings volume (761 vs 18). Cudy's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). 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
Both are free to download. MERCUSYS sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. Cudy asks for nothing beyond the download.
MERCUSYS holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MERCUSYS has 761 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of MERCUSYS's written reviews are positive against 45% of Cudy's.
MERCUSYS ships an update every 3 weeks, Cudy every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MERCUSYS | Cudy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (761 ratings) — better | 3.4 (18 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 89.1% of reviews — better | 45.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 761 — better | 18 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 764 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MERCUSYS Technologies Co., Ltd. | Shenzhen Cudy Technology Co.,Ltd. |
Customer experience
MERCUSYS
Cudy
User reviews
MERCUSYS
From 761 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and reliable
- 💡 Helpful app features
- 🔒 Good security and parental controls
- 🌐 Excellent WiFi coverage and connectivity
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional app crashes or bugs
- 🔌 Limited functionality in certain modes
- 📱 App could use more customization options
- 🔍 Difficulty identifying connected devices
Cudy
From 18 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use and user friendly
- 🚀 Works well and stable
- ✅ Covers most needed features
- 📱 Clear UI and features
- ⚙️ VPN setup available
Room to improve
- ❌ Remote access issues
- 📉 Poor remote connection
- 🔌 Equipment failure/no response
- 🚫 App does not discover router
- ❓ Missing essential settings
Bugs and requests
MERCUSYS
Reported bugs
3 issues- App sometimes fails to detect or connect to router
- Inconsistent performance after firmware updates
- Difficulty renaming or customizing mesh nodes
Requested features
4 requests- Add dark mode option
- Improve device management and monitoring
- Implement automatic network optimization
- Provide more granular parental control settings
Cudy
Reported bugs
18 issues- Cannot access routers remotely
- WiFi completely stopped working
- No response from company for cancellation/refund
- Cannot change Wake on LAN settings remotely
- Cannot access routers via app
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- Intermittent access
- No SMS access for P4
- Gaming latency issues
- App cannot discover router
- Internet speed meter is buggy
- M1800 unit disconnects frequently
- M3000 unit not turning on
- Parental control/child protection ineffective
- App does not work for M1800 (iOS)
- Router not connecting to each other
- App doesn't recognize own make wifi
- RE1200 wifi extender issues (no 5GHz)
- WiFi range reduced after update
Requested features
26 requests- Wake on LAN via mobile app
- Assign IP address in DHCP server
- Access Wake on LAN feature in app
- Mac Binding/Reservations via app
- SMS access for P4
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- Manual IP address entry for connection
- Custom DNS option
- Gaming mode option
- More firewall options (port management, protocol filters)
- Real-time bandwidth check per client
- Dark mode version
- eSIM & eSIM transfer support
- Set 2.4G or 5.0G preferences by device
- Data usage by devices
- QOS limit below 1 mbps
- Device-specific bandwidth and limits
- Control over all clients (mesh repeaters)
- VPN settings and quick toggle
- Signal strength display for all clients
- Parental control and website blocking
- Set age group for content filtering
- Support chat, community, and email in app
- Check for update option
- More relevant information on dashboard
- Tips and Help for users
- QoS options
In-app purchases
MERCUSYS
- Premium 1 Cam/month1 Month trial$3.491 Month
- Premium 2 Cam/month1 Month trial$6.991 Month
- Premium 3 Cam/month1 Month trial$10.491 Month
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- Premium 10 Cam/month1 Month trial$11.991 Month
- Premium 1 Cam/year1 Month trial$34.991 Year
- Premium 2 Cam/year1 Month trial$69.991 Year
- Premium 3 Cam/year1 Month trial$104.991 Year
- Premium 10 Cam/year1 Month trial$119.991 Year
Cudy
No in-app purchases









