# Fing vs Mi Wi

The clearest difference is rating: Fing at 4.6 against Mi Wi's 3.0. Fing also leads on ratings volume (116K vs 2.5K) and review sentiment (35% vs 23%). Mi Wi's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fing sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months. Mi Wi asks for nothing beyond the download.

Fing holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fing has 116K ratings behind it against 2.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of Fing's written reviews are positive against 23% of Mi Wi's.

Fing ships an update every 4 weeks, Mi Wi every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fing | Mi Wi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (116K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fing-network-scanner/id430921107/reviews)** | [3.0 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mi-wi-fi/id859962702/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **116K** | 2.5K |
| Positive reviews | **35.4% of reviews** | 23.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#156** | — |
| Size | 225 MB | 182 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Fing Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1418008243) | [Beijing Xiaomi Mobile Software Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1133417926) |

## What reviewers say

### Fing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fing-network-scanner/id430921107)

**Currently charting:** #156 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

Identify all devices on your WiFi network to understand who is connected, check for security threats, and troubleshoot network issues. It offers tools for speed testing, device analysis, and security alerts, with advanced features available through an optional hardware add-on.

**Highlights:** Network scanning and device discovery, Device identification (IP, MAC, vendor), Internet speed testing, Network security alerts, Port scanning and DNS lookup, Advanced device analysis

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Months Ads-free | $0.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Months Ads-free | $1.49 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Ads-free | $2.49 | per year |
| Starter 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Month | $7.99 | per month |
| Starter 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 🔒 Helpful for network security
- 👍 Excellent network utility
- 👍 Easy to use and informative
- 👍 Useful for network troubleshooting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
- 💰 Aggressive push for paid subscription
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🤔 Confusing UI changes

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Inconsistent device detection across platforms
- Speed test functionality not working
- Saved device settings not persisting
- Notifications not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add option to disable ads
- Improve device identification and naming
- Restore ability to view MAC addresses
- Enhance port scanning capabilities
- Add option to select speed test server


### Mi Wi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mi-wi-fi/id859962702)

This app acts as a smart pocket Wi-Fi tool, allowing users to monitor their Mi Wi-Fi network and connected devices. It offers features for device management, security, and network optimization, promoting healthier usage habits and efficient router performance.

**Highlights:** Device management and permission control, Unauthorized access alerts, Malicious website firewall, Wi-Fi scheduling for healthy habits, Timed router reboots, Visitor Wi-Fi access modes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful features
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🔒 Secure connection
- 🌐 Remote management

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- ⚠️ Compatibility issues
- 🕰️ Slow performance
- 🤯 Confusing setup

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to connect to router
- Disappearing device list
- Incorrect router status display
- Persistent login problems

**Requested features**

- Improved device detection
- Customizable parental controls
- Firmware update notifications
- Multi-language support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fing free?

Fing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mi Wi free?

Mi Wi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Fing or Mi Wi?

Fing is rated higher. Fing averages 4.6 out of 5 from 116K ratings, while Mi Wi averages 3.0 from 2.5K ratings.

### Do Fing or Mi Wi have ads?

Fing shows ads; Mi Wi does not.

### Which is updated more often, Fing or Mi Wi?

Fing ships an update every 4 weeks, and Mi Wi every 6 weeks. Most recently, Fing was updated on September 24, 2026 and Mi Wi on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*