# Linksys vs MERCUSYS

Linksys and MERCUSYS both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 89% of MERCUSYS's written reviews are positive against 20% of Linksys's. Linksys's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (99K vs 761). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Linksys sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and MERCUSYS sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 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 — 4.7 for Linksys against 4.8 for MERCUSYS. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Linksys has 99K ratings behind it against 761, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 20% of Linksys's written reviews are positive against 89% of MERCUSYS's.

Linksys ships an update every 5 weeks, MERCUSYS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Linksys | MERCUSYS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (99K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linksys/id533516503/reviews) | **[4.8 (761 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mercusys/id1539545426/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **99K** | 761 |
| Positive reviews | 20.4% of reviews | **89.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 111 MB | 764 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Linksys USA, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1598557948) | [MERCUSYS Technologies Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1816669928) |

## What reviewers say

### Linksys

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linksys/id533516503)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Linksys Aware | $2.99 | per month |
| Linksys Shield | $4.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reliable and light-weight
- 🔒 Secure and easy to manage
- 👍 Simple and effective interface
- 👍 Helpful parental controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable app
- 🐛 Slow and unresponsive app
- 🐛 Inconsistent device detection
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Inaccurate network information

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### MERCUSYS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mercusys/id1539545426)

Easily set up and manage your mesh Wi-Fi system. The app guides you through installation, helps optimize unit placement for better coverage, and provides comprehensive control over your network. Enjoy faster, more reliable Wi-Fi throughout your home.

**Highlights:** Mesh Wi-Fi setup, Network management, Device connection monitoring, Guest network sharing, Website access restriction, Wi-Fi scheduling for devices, Device Wi-Fi priority control

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium 1 Cam/month | $3.49 | per month |
| Premium 2 Cam/month | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium 3 Cam/month | $10.49 | per month |
| Premium 10 Cam/month | $11.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Cam/year | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium 2 Cam/year | $69.99 | per year |
| Premium 3 Cam/year | $104.99 | per year |
| Premium 10 Cam/year | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and reliable
- 💡 Helpful app features
- 🔒 Good security and parental controls
- 🌐 Excellent WiFi coverage and connectivity

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes or bugs
- 🔌 Limited functionality in certain modes
- 📱 App could use more customization options
- 🔍 Difficulty identifying connected devices

**Reported bugs**

- App sometimes fails to detect or connect to router
- Inconsistent performance after firmware updates
- Difficulty renaming or customizing mesh nodes

**Requested features**

- Add dark mode option
- Improve device management and monitoring
- Implement automatic network optimization
- Provide more granular parental control settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Linksys free?

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

### Is MERCUSYS free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Linksys or MERCUSYS?

MERCUSYS is rated higher. Linksys averages 4.7 out of 5 from 99K ratings, while MERCUSYS averages 4.8 from 761 ratings.

### Do Linksys or MERCUSYS have ads?

Neither Linksys nor MERCUSYS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Linksys or MERCUSYS?

Linksys ships an update every 5 weeks, and MERCUSYS every 3 weeks. Most recently, Linksys was updated on October 20, 2026 and MERCUSYS on October 18, 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.*