Comparison

Linksys vs WiFi Control Alarm

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

WiFi Control Alarm

This smart home security hub app allows you to manage your entire system remotely via your WiFi connection. Control arming, disarming, users, and accessories, and receive real-time alerts for any anomalies. It offers customizable settings for delays, schedules, and siren functions.

Highlights
  • Remote system management
  • Real-time anomaly alerts
  • User and accessory control
  • Customizable exit/entry delays
  • Scheduled arm/disarm cycles
  • Adjustable siren duration and volume
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A brainchild of top design teams in Amsterdam, Dallas and Shenzhen, the AWV Plus etches another mark in the elegant, minimalistic, wireless smart home solution portfolio of Chuango. After nearly a year of research and design prototyping, Chuango AWV Plus is now available as a smart home and DIY security hub that guarantees the safety, security, comfort and convenience of your home, SOHO or small shop via your existing WiFi connection. With this free app securely linked to your AWV Plus unit, you get to manage the entire system with ease, and change system states or settings such as arm, disarm, and add/remove users, accessories and sensors directly on your smartphone, without any headaches or monthly fees. Chuango AWV Plus is ideal for any residential or small commercial application. 1. Up to 50 wireless sensors and accessories, such as door/window contacts, smart plugs and motion/flood/gas/smoke detectors, can be effortlessly controlled by one AWV Plus base unit, which pushes alerts to your smartphone in real time should any anomaly arise. 2. You can set exit and entry delays, so you can come and go with grace, without needing to fumble around for your phone or remote control in your pocket or purse. 3. Pre-scheduled arm/disarm cycles can be set to accommodate your work routine and/or store business hours. 4. Siren durations and volumes can be set at will, meaning that Chuango AWV Plus can silently guard for you or thwart would-be burglars with a formidable sound at 85 decibels. 5. Multiple users and smartphones can check in on one AWV Plus, so you and your loved ones will always be in the know, on the go. Smart home, smart security! Statement for the Auto-Renewable Cloud-Based Recording Plans 1. Payment: Auto-renewable subscriptions include “Basic Monthly / Basic Annually / Premium Monthly / Premium Annually”. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. 2. Auto-renewal: Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. 3. Cancel subscription: The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. 4. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. 5. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use: http://www.chuango.com/privacypolicy/Terms_and_Conditions.html Privacy policy: http://www.chuango.com/privacypolicy/Privacy.html

Screenshots

Linksys4 screens
WiFi Control Alarm4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Linksys at 4.7 against WiFi Control Alarm's 4.0. Linksys also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (99K vs 1). WiFi Control Alarm's advantage is review sentiment (30% vs 20%) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 14.0). On price, update cadence, 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. WiFi Control Alarm sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Linksys asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Linksys holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Linksys has 99K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 20% of Linksys's written reviews are positive against 30% of WiFi Control Alarm's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Linksys ships an update every 5 weeks, WiFi Control Alarm every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Linksys versus WiFi Control Alarm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinksysWiFi Control Alarm
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (99K ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews19.9% of reviews30.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings99K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size111 MB145 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLinksys USA, Inc.Chuango Security Technology Corporation

Customer experience

Linksys

All ratings98,345 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral2.3%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews792 reviews
Positive19.9%
Neutral5.1%
Negative75.0%

WiFi Control Alarm

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive30.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative60.0%

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

WiFi Control Alarm

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Linksys

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

WiFi Control Alarm

Subscriptions4
  • Basic Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Basic Annually$29.991 Year
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  • Premium Annually$69.991 Year

Questions

Is Linksys free?
Linksys is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WiFi Control Alarm free?
WiFi Control Alarm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Linksys or WiFi Control Alarm?
Linksys is rated higher. Linksys averages 4.7 out of 5 from 99K ratings, while WiFi Control Alarm averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Linksys or WiFi Control Alarm have ads?
Neither Linksys nor WiFi Control Alarm shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Linksys or WiFi Control Alarm?
Linksys ships an update every 5 weeks, and WiFi Control Alarm every 2 months. Most recently, Linksys was updated on November 10, 2026 and WiFi Control Alarm on November 6, 2026.

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