MyHitron+ vs Smart Wi
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MyHitron+
Manage and optimize your home Wi-Fi network from anywhere. Set up parental controls, diagnose connection issues, and easily share network details with guests. Compatible with supported Hitron gateways and routers.
- Remote network management
- Parental controls
- Network diagnostics
- Speed testing
- Guest Wi-Fi sharing
- Device management
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Uplift your Wi-Fi experience with the MyHitron+ app. Self Install Hitron products, set up parental controls, diagnose, and optimize your networks from anywhere around the world. *** The app may not work with your device if your Internet service provider hasn’t enabled app support. This app works in conjunction with supported Hitron gateways, mesh routers, and extenders (i.e. CGNM, CGNVM, CODA-xxxx and ARIA models). *** Manage multiple locations: Have a home, cottage, and office? No matter where you are, you can manage all from the same account. Overview Page: A peek at your network's major details including: Connected devices, topology, speed test, and an easy way to share WiFi network information via text message or QR code with guests. Speed test: Validate your connection speed to the Internet or your WiFi speed in your home. This makes internet speed issues easy to diagnose. (*May be supported by your ISP) Parental controls: Set up user profiles and assign devices to users to manage their Internet experience from a centralized location. Pause Internet access for certain periods of time or schedule multiple pauses during specific hours. My Devices: Manage all devices connected to your network, from phones and tablets to smart TVs and thermostats. My Wi-Fi: Manage your Wi-Fi network settings. Don’t remember your Wi-Fi password? Easily change it or share it with your guests via text message or QR code. Notifications: Is your Wi-Fi password perhaps a bit too simple or your encryption not strong enough? Are some devices in your home suffering from slow speeds? MyHitron+ notifies you of potential performance and security issues and will guide you through the step-by-step resolution process.
Smart Wi
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Northwestel Smart Wi-Fi Take full control of your Wi-Fi experience - anytime, anywhere. The Northwestel Smart Wi-Fi app makes it easier to manage your home network with tools right at your fingertips. Set up your modem, manage devices, monitor speed, and manage your family’s online activity, all from one simple app. Key Functionalities of the App • Self-install made simple: Set up your modem, router, or gateway without needing a technician. • Manage multiple locations: Control Wi-Fi at your home, office, or cabin - all from one account. • Parental controls: Create user profiles, pause internet access, or set custom schedules for screen time. • Run speed tests: Check your internet connection or in-home Wi-Fi performance to troubleshoot slow speeds. • View your network at a glance: See connected devices, network layout, and speed results in one place. • Manage devices: Identify every phone, tablet, smart TV, or thermostat connected to your network and manage them easily. • Share your Wi-Fi with guests: Use a QR code or text message to share network details quickly and securely. • Get helpful alerts: Receive notifications about weak passwords, outdated security settings, or performance issues - and get step-by-step guidance to fix them. Supported hardware: Works with Hitron gateways, mesh routers, and extenders: CODA-4582, CODA-5712, and ARIA-3411.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MyHitron+ at every 2 months against Smart Wi's every 14 months. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MyHitron+ ships an update every 2 months, Smart Wi every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MyHitron+ | Smart Wi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (19 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 13.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 19 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 14 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 209 MB | 152 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hitron Technologies Americas Inc. | NorthwesTel |
In-app purchases
MyHitron+
No in-app purchases
Smart Wi
No in-app purchases








