Comparison

Linksys vs Smart Gateway App

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

Smart Gateway App

Remotely manage your home automation system, controlling lighting, blinds, temperature, security, and video cameras. Monitor energy consumption, set timers, and manage irrigation. Requires a Smart Gateway and an annual fee.

Highlights
  • Remote control of lighting and blinds
  • Temperature and humidity monitoring
  • Anti-intrusion system management
  • Video camera access
  • Energy consumption tracking
  • Timer and logic function settings
  • Irrigation control
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Thanks to Smart Gateway APP the management of the home automation system is simple and intuitive, with the ability to remotely control lighting, blinds and shutters, scenarios, temperature and humidity in every room, anti-intrusion system and video cameras. The new Gewiss APP also allows you to check the energy consumption of your home at any time, as well as setting timers, logic functions, load control and irrigation. In order to work, the APP requires the presence of a Gewiss Smart Gateway connected to the home automation system and the payment of an annual fee. The APP configuration is made using the online GEWISS IoT Configurator software, which can be accessed visiting gewiss.com in the "Services/Software/Smart Gateway APP" section.”

Screenshots

Linksys4 screens
Smart Gateway App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Linksys at 4.7 against Smart Gateway App's 3.0. Linksys also leads on ratings volume (98K vs 1) and review sentiment (21% vs 6%). Smart Gateway App's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 14.0). 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. Smart Gateway App asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Linksys holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Linksys has 98K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of Linksys's written reviews are positive against 6% of Smart Gateway App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Linksys ships an update every 5 weeks, Smart Gateway App every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Linksys versus Smart Gateway App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinksysSmart Gateway App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (98K ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews21.1% of reviews — better5.9% of reviews
Number of ratings98K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size111 MB266 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLinksys USA, Inc.GEWISS

Customer experience

Linksys

All ratings98,345 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral2.3%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews735 reviews
Positive21.1%
Neutral5.3%
Negative73.6%

Smart Gateway App

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive5.9%
Neutral5.9%
Negative88.2%

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

Smart Gateway App

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

Smart Gateway App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Linksys free?
Linksys is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Gateway App free?
Smart Gateway App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Linksys or Smart Gateway App?
Linksys is rated higher. Linksys averages 4.7 out of 5 from 98K ratings, while Smart Gateway App averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Linksys or Smart Gateway App have ads?
Neither Linksys nor Smart Gateway App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Linksys or Smart Gateway App?
Linksys ships an update every 5 weeks, and Smart Gateway App every 3 months. Most recently, Linksys was updated on September 24, 2026 and Smart Gateway App on June 1, 2026.

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