Comparison

Linksys vs Intellisight

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

Head to head
About

Linksys

Manage your home WiFi network remotely from anywhere. Control connected devices, set up guest networks, and implement parental controls to manage internet access for children. Prioritize devices for better streaming and gaming performance, and enhance security against online threats.

Highlights
  • Remote WiFi access
  • Network dashboard
  • Guest network setup
  • Device prioritization
  • Network security features
  • Parental controls
Features
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This app is the command center for your Velop system and Linksys Smart WiFi routers. Use the Linksys app anywhere you have an internet connection to check connected devices, set up guest access, or keep your kids off the internet when they should be doing homework. KEY FEATURES • Remote Access – All you need is the internet. • Dashboard – Your WiFi's vital stats on one page. • Guest Access – Give friends internet access, but keep personal data secure. • Device Prioritization – Improve streaming and online gaming by giving WiFi priority to favored devices. • Network Security - Be proactive against network threats and malicious sites with Linksys Shield. • Parental Controls – Encourage kids' healthy internet behavior by pausing internet access. Privacy Policy: https://www.linksys.com/embed/lswf/en-us/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://www.linksys.com/embed/lswf/en-us/terms/ SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS* • Velop systems and Linksys Smart WiFi routers. Full list of supported routers: http://www.LinksysSmartWiFi.com/cloud/ustatic/mobile/supportedRouters.html • User account (created in the app or at http://www.LinksysSmartWiFi.com) connected to your Linksys product. • iOS 14.0 and greater For additional help, visit our support site at http://support.linksys.com

About

Intellisight

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Software introduction Intellisight: Smart and Live video management software Intellisight provide real-time remote video surveillance and view video footage on your iOS device. Anviz supports video security systems built on Anviz software. Intellisight app allows you: • Viewing live video from the selected NVR or camera. • Viewing video footage from the selected NVR or camera. . Collect your favorite channels • Handling the list of events.

Screenshots

Linksys4 screens
Intellisight4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Intellisight at none against Linksys's 2. Intellisight also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). Linksys's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads 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

Both are free to download. Linksys sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Intellisight asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Linksys ships an update every 5 weeks, Intellisight every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and March 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Linksys versus Intellisight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinksysIntellisight
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (98K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews21.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings98K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size111 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLinksys USA, Inc.XTHINGS INDUSTRY LLC

Bugs and requests

Linksys

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App frequently loses connection to router
  • Cannot reliably rename or manage connected devices
  • Parental controls settings randomly reset or malfunction
  • Inability to troubleshoot or diagnose network issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow device-specific parental controls
  • Add option to view network usage statistics
  • Improve app navigation and responsiveness
  • Provide more granular control over node settings
  • Implement dark mode and customization options

Intellisight

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Linksys

Subscriptions2
  • Linksys Aware3 Months trial$2.991 Month
  • Linksys Shield3 Months trial$4.991 Month
None

Intellisight

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Linksys free?
Linksys is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Intellisight free?
Intellisight is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Linksys or Intellisight have ads?
Neither Linksys nor Intellisight shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Linksys or Intellisight?
Linksys ships an update every 5 weeks, and Intellisight every 3 months. Most recently, Linksys was updated on September 27, 2026 and Intellisight on March 5, 2026.

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