# AutoSilent vs NetSpot WiFi Analyzer

AutoSilent and NetSpot WiFi Analyzer both sit at 3.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 42% of AutoSilent's written reviews are positive against 15% of NetSpot WiFi Analyzer's. AutoSilent also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.5). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AutoSilent sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month and NetSpot WiFi Analyzer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.6 for AutoSilent against 3.7 for NetSpot WiFi Analyzer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 184 and 354 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 42% of AutoSilent's written reviews are positive against 15% of NetSpot WiFi Analyzer's.

AutoSilent ships an update every 3 weeks, NetSpot WiFi Analyzer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AutoSilent | NetSpot WiFi Analyzer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (184 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autosilent/id474777148/reviews) | **[3.7 (354 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netspot-wifi-analyzer/id1490247223/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 184 | **354** |
| Positive reviews | **42.1% of reviews** | 15.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 25 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Niv Gutherz](https://appshunter.io/developer/386496354) | [Etwok Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1483084004) |

## What reviewers say

### AutoSilent

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autosilent/id474777148)

This app automatically silences your iPhone or iPad during scheduled meetings, at specific locations, or at set times. It seamlessly integrates with your calendar and location services to manage your device's ringer, ensuring you're never disturbed or embarrassed by notifications in inappropriate situations. It can also automatically unmute your device when the event concludes.

**Highlights:** Automatic silencing for calendar events, Location-based silencing, Scheduled silencing, Automatic unmuting, Calendar synchronization, Customizable silent event criteria

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AutoSilent Premium Features | $1.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful scheduling and automation
- ⏱️ Convenient timer functionality
- 📆 Integrates with calendar events
- 🔕 Silences phone during meetings/events

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 High battery drain due to location tracking
- 💰 Subscription model for existing users
- 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive interface
- 🐛 Unreliable or inconsistent behavior

**Reported bugs**

- Silencing not working as expected
- Constant notifications/alerts from the app
- Losing custom settings after updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to selectively silence contacts/numbers
- Master on/off switch for easier deactivation
- More flexible scheduling options (e.g. overnight)
- Improved integration with iOS Focus mode


### NetSpot WiFi Analyzer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netspot-wifi-analyzer/id1490247223)

Analyze and troubleshoot wireless networks with interactive heatmaps and speed tests. Discover connected devices and test network latency. Visualize WiFi coverage and identify areas needing improvement.

**Highlights:** WiFi heatmaps, Internet speed tests, Ping tests, Device discovery, Network analysis, Site survey projects

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NetSpot Plus Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| NetSpot Plus | $6.99 | one-time |
| NetSpot Plus Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Helped identify Wi-Fi issues
- 💡 Useful for mapping Wi-Fi coverage
- 🚀 Speedy and accurate

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Limited functionality on iOS
- 🔒 Requires expensive hardware to unlock full features
- 🔒 Misleading about hardware requirements
- 🐛 Inaccurate speed test results
- 🐛 Confusing to set up and use

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to scan for data points beyond a certain distance
- Crashes when trying to create heat maps
- Speed test functionality is unreliable

**Requested features**

- Add ability to scan for nearby Wi-Fi networks
- Improve heat mapping capabilities
- Allow importing floor plans without external hardware
- Provide more detailed signal strength analysis


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AutoSilent free?

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

### Is NetSpot WiFi Analyzer free?

NetSpot WiFi Analyzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AutoSilent or NetSpot WiFi Analyzer?

NetSpot WiFi Analyzer is rated higher. AutoSilent averages 3.6 out of 5 from 184 ratings, while NetSpot WiFi Analyzer averages 3.7 from 354 ratings.

### Do AutoSilent or NetSpot WiFi Analyzer have ads?

Neither AutoSilent nor NetSpot WiFi Analyzer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AutoSilent or NetSpot WiFi Analyzer?

AutoSilent ships an update every 3 weeks, and NetSpot WiFi Analyzer every 2 weeks. Most recently, AutoSilent was updated on October 23, 2026 and NetSpot WiFi Analyzer on October 24, 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.*