Comparison

Wake vs AirAPK

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

Head to head
About

Wake

Remotely power on PCs, Macs, and servers with this networking tool. It supports Wake On Lan devices and provides a status indicator to show if machines are online or offline. Ideal for managing multiple computers or accessing them from afar.

Highlights
  • Remote PC, Mac, and server startup
  • Wake On Lan support
  • Machine status indicator
  • Automatic computer detection
  • Shake to wake functionality
Features
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Wake is a professional networking tool that lets you start up PCs, Macs and Servers remotely. Compatible with all 'Wake On Lan' capable devices, Wake even gives you a status indicator to tell you whether each machine is on or off. Features: * Wake button sends 'Wake On Lan' magic packet to start up a machine. * Works over wifi or cellular data network. * Status indicator glows to tell you whether each machine is on or off. * Automatically detects your computers for easy setup. * Shake'n'wake - shake the device to wake all computers! Typical Uses: * Start up a machine remotely, then use VNC or other remote access service to view files. * Monitor a list of business critical servers. * Start up a classroom full of PCs from your desk. For troubleshooting, go to davet.org/wake/support.html

About

AirAPK

Features
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AirAPK is a professional local-network toolkit for Android TV enthusiasts, audiophiles, and developers. Connect wirelessly over ADB to inspect hardware capabilities, mirror your TV screen, manage apps, and push APKs — all from your iPhone or iPad. No PC or cables required. LAN ADB Device Management - Quick connect via IP and port (default 5555) or a 6-digit pairing code - Save multiple devices for instant switching - View real-time device specs, Android version, and build info APK & File Management - Push and install APKs to your TV via QR code scan or direct download link - Browse, force-stop, uninstall, and clear the cache of any app - Push and pull files between iOS and Android TV seamlessly Advanced AV Capability Inspector - Deep hardware analysis of video decoding: H.264, HEVC/H.265, VP9, AV1 - HDR support detection: HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision - Audio passthrough and decoding: AC3, E-AC3, TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD, FLAC, Opus - Export and share detailed capability reports Real-Time Screen Mirroring & Remote - Low-latency TV screen projection over an optimized ADB protocol - Virtual remote with D-pad, media keys, and home/back navigation - Capture high-quality screenshots and save them to your photo library Developer & Power-User Tools - Built-in ADB shell for direct command execution and system debugging - Manage background processes and system services - Clean, professional dark UI optimized for quick operations Privacy & Security First - 100% offline operation — zero data collection, no cloud servers - All connections stay strictly within your local Wi-Fi network - Built on the standard Android Debug Bridge (ADB) protocol Compatibility & Setup - Requires an Android TV / Google TV device with Network ADB enabled in Developer Options - Optimized for iOS 15+ and iPadOS - Compatible with Sony, Philips, TCL, Hisense, NVIDIA Shield, Chromecast with Google TV, and most Android TV / Google TV devices Disclaimer: AirAPK is an independent, third-party utility. It is not affiliated with Google, Android, or any television manufacturer. This app requires enabling Developer Options and Network ADB on your target device. Standard ADB security practices apply. Unlock your TV's true potential — download AirAPK and take full control today!

Screenshots

Wake4 screens
AirAPK4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AirAPK at Free against Wake's $0.99. Wake's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On update cadence, 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

AirAPK is free to download; Wake costs $0.99 up front. Wake sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and AirAPK sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wake ships an update monthly, AirAPK every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Wake versus AirAPK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWakeAirAPK
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating3.3 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews62.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDave Thompson爽 彭

Bugs and requests

Wake

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App freezes when pressing '+' button
  • Crashes when selecting IP address
  • Auto-detection not finding devices consistently
  • Doesn't work on iPad 2
  • Buttons ('+' and edit) do nothing in some cases
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  • Persistent rating prompt notification
  • Device list appears empty despite devices on network
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS versions
  • Help website unavailable

Requested features

11 requests
  • Support for WiFi-connected devices
  • Remote wake-on-LAN over cellular networks
  • Configurable port settings for multiple devices
  • Support for domain names instead of IP addresses
  • NetBIOS name display in device list
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  • Automatic setup wizard
  • Better support for modern network configurations
  • Wake-on-demand functionality like Snow Leopard
  • Support for Apple TV integration
  • Shake and wake function with device selection
  • Power status monitoring over remote connections

AirAPK

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Wake

One-time1
  • Medium/large network AddOn$0.99
1 purchases

AirAPK

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is Wake free?
Wake costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is AirAPK free?
AirAPK is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Wake or AirAPK have ads?
Neither Wake nor AirAPK shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Wake or AirAPK?
Wake ships an update monthly, and AirAPK every 5 weeks. Most recently, Wake was updated on November 10, 2026 and AirAPK on October 31, 2026.

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