Comparison

iNet vs Wi

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

Head to head
About

iNet

Discover all devices on your local network, analyze services, and manage connected devices. Remotely control Macs and PCs, monitor network status, and customize device identification. This tool offers comprehensive network insights for both technical and casual users.

Highlights
  • Device discovery (IP, MAC)
  • Customizable device names and icons
  • Port and service scanning
  • Wake on LAN/WAN
  • Remote Mac control (sleep, restart)
  • Bonjour service monitoring
  • Airport base station status
Features
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iNet – Know Your Network. See at a glance what’s happening on your network. Which devices are connected to your Wi-Fi? Are there any unknown devices? Which services are active? iNet gives you a clear overview of what’s happening on your local network – and provides the right tools for a closer analysis. Whether at home or as a network professional, iNet lets you scan your network, identify connected devices, find active services and open ports, and wake Macs, PCs, and other devices remotely. Give your devices custom names and icons so you can recognize them instantly the next time you scan your network. With this free and ad-free version of iNet, you can scan your network and view all connected devices. The features listed here can be unlocked later via an in-app purchase if needed. Network Scanner • Find all devices on your network • View IP and MAC addresses and other device information • Assign custom names and icons to your devices • Set IP scan ranges and network interfaces • Export scan results as CSV or PDF • Connect directly via SSH, VNC, HTTP, and other services Bonjour Monitor • Monitor Bonjour services in real time • See which services are available on individual devices • View detailed information about services and domains Port Scanner • Find open ports on all devices • Use predefined port scan lists Wake on LAN • Wake Macs, PCs, and other compatible devices over LAN or the Internet • Put Macs to sleep, shut them down, or restart them remotely • Execute SSH commands • Save frequently used devices as favorites Help & Documentation • Built-in help in German and English Privacy Included. Your network data stays with you. iNet collects no user data and requires no account or sign-in. There are no subscriptions or recurring fees. Buy iNet once – future updates are included. Developed and maintained in Germany since 2010. iNet is also available as a native Mac and iPad version.

About

Wi

Monitor your Wi-Fi signal strength and speed fluctuations over time. Identify the best and worst areas for Wi-Fi reception in your space to optimize device performance.

Highlights
  • Monitor Wi-Fi speed fluctuations
  • Locate fastest Wi-Fi spots
  • Locate slowest Wi-Fi spots
  • Optimize router placement
  • Easy-to-use design
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Observe how Wi-Fi connection speed fluctuates over time, and locate the fastest and slowest Wi-Fi spots in your room!  Discover the perfect spot for your wireless router, access point, or wireless gaming console by using Wi-Fi SweetSpots!  Available on iPhone with a simple, easy-to-use design.

Screenshots

iNet4 screens
Wi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: iNet at 4.5 against Wi's 4.1. iNet also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 60%) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). Wi's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. iNet sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Wi sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iNet holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.5K and 967 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of iNet's written reviews are positive against 60% of Wi's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iNet ships an update every 5 weeks, Wi every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
iNet versus Wi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriNetWi
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.5K ratings) — better4.1 (967 ratings)
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews — better60.3% of reviews
Number of ratings2.5K — better967
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBananaGlue GmbHAxon Networks Inc.

Customer experience

iNet

All ratings2,540 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral4.4%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews667 reviews
Positive76.9%
Neutral6.0%
Negative17.1%

Wi

All ratings967 ratings
Positive78.7%
Neutral5.9%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews239 reviews
Positive60.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative33.1%

User reviews

iNet

From 2.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Excellent network scanning
  • 🔍 Provides detailed device information
  • 🔌 Useful for network troubleshooting
  • 💻 Great for IT professionals and home users

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Concerns about location permissions
  • 🔒 Lack of transparency around data collection
  • 💰 Paywall for advanced features
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 🚫 Removal of previously available free features

Wi

From 967 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Helped locate WiFi issues
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Useful for finding WiFi dead spots
  • 👍 Great for optimizing WiFi coverage
  • 👍 Accurate WiFi signal measurements

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App not working/crashing on newer devices
  • 🐛 Inconsistent/inaccurate speed readings
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with clipboard access
  • 🐛 MAC address not updating correctly

Bugs and requests

iNet

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes and freezes on certain devices
  • Inability to restore premium purchases
  • Scanning issues on networks with many devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Option to disable location permissions
  • Ability to view MAC addresses
  • More customization options
  • Improved iPad support
  • Expanded network monitoring and management tools

Wi

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App shows 0Mbps even with good WiFi
  • Stops working after iOS updates
  • Clipboard access on app launch/close

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add 2.4GHz and 5GHz band support
  • Provide RSSI/dBm signal strength data
  • Allow setting custom test duration
  • Add heat map visualization
  • Improve compare/history features

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iNet

One-time1
  • iNet Pro upgrade$9.99
1 purchases

Wi

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is iNet free?
iNet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wi free?
Wi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iNet or Wi?
iNet is rated higher. iNet averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while Wi averages 4.1 from 967 ratings.
Do iNet or Wi have ads?
Neither iNet nor Wi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iNet or Wi?
iNet ships an update every 5 weeks, and Wi every 3 months. Most recently, iNet was updated on October 12, 2026 and Wi on October 13, 2026.

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