Comparison

Linksys vs Bongo Mascots

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

Bongo Mascots

Find and book pet care services like walking, grooming, and boarding. Connect with verified caregivers and commercial partners through an intuitive platform. Features include in-app chat, GPS tracking for walks, secure payments, and user reviews.

Highlights
  • Internal chat for direct communication
  • GPS tracking for pet walks
  • Secure bank integration for payments
  • Wide range of pet services
  • User reviews and ratings
  • Pet care news and updates
Features
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Bongo Mascots es la APP #1 en cuanto a servicios de macotas se refiere, ubica en ella diversos cuidadores, paseadores y aliados comerciales que ofrezcan el servicio que requieres para atender a tu peludo. La aplicación tiene un diseño intuitivo y es fácil de usar, ofrece una navegación amigable que permite a los usuarios encontrar todo lo que necesitan para el cuidado de sus mascotas. Algunas de las características y servicios más destacados en la app incluyen: 1. Chat Interno: contamos con un chat interno que permite a los usuarios comunicarse de manera directa y eficiente con los prestadores de servicios, lo que facilita, luego de solicitar un servicio, la coordinación de detalles y la resolución de dudas en tiempo real. 2. GPS Integrado: Los usuarios pueden rastrear la ubicación de sus mascotas o seguir en tiempo real la ruta de los paseadores de perros y/o los servicios de transporte para mascotas. 3. Pagos mediante integración bancaria: Ofrecemos una forma segura y conveniente de realizar pagos directamente a los proveedores de servicios a través de la aplicación. Esto garantiza transacciones sin complicaciones y un proceso de pago eficiente. 4. Servicios Variados: Los usuarios pueden elegir entre una amplia gama de servicios y red de aliados comerciales, diseñados para atender todas las necesidades de sus mascotas, que incluyen: paseos para mascotas, hospedaje, guardería, peluquería, transporte, servicios funerarios, entre otros. 5. Reseñas y Calificaciones: Nuestras App permite a los usuarios dejar reseñas y calificaciones para los servicios que han utilizado, lo que ayuda a otros propietarios de mascotas conocer el buen desempeño de los prestadores de servico. 6. Noticias y Actualizaciones: Los usuarios pueden mantenerse al tanto de las últimas novedades, consejos para el cuidado de mascotas, promociones, descuentos y noticias relevantes en la comunidad a través de nuestras redes sociales, campañas de e-mail y página web. En resumen, Bongo Mascots proporciona un acceso centralizado y eficiente a una amplia gama de servicios, por medio de cuidadores previamente seleccionados y verificados, también por medio de la red de aliados comerciales que cada día se suman a la plataforma, y a su vez, ofrecemos herramientas diseñadas para mejorar la vida de las mascotas y sus dueños. Los usuarios pueden confiar en el respaldo de esta plataforma para cuidar de sus peludos de manera integral y mantenerse conectados con sus proveedores de servicios de confianza.

Screenshots

Linksys4 screens
Bongo Mascots4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bongo Mascots at 100% against Linksys's 20%. Bongo Mascots also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Linksys's advantage is ratings volume (99K vs 6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bongo Mascots holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Linksys has 99K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Linksys's written reviews are positive against 100% of Bongo Mascots's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Linksys ships an update every 5 weeks, Bongo Mascots every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Linksys versus Bongo Mascots: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinksysBongo Mascots
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (99K ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews19.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings99K — better6
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size111 MB8 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLinksys USA, Inc.Bongo Mascots S.A

Customer experience

Linksys

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

Bongo Mascots

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Bongo Mascots

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Linksys

No in-app purchases

None

Bongo Mascots

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Linksys free?
Linksys is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bongo Mascots free?
Bongo Mascots is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Linksys or Bongo Mascots?
Bongo Mascots is rated higher. Linksys averages 4.7 out of 5 from 99K ratings, while Bongo Mascots averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do Linksys or Bongo Mascots have ads?
Neither Linksys nor Bongo Mascots shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Linksys or Bongo Mascots?
Linksys ships an update every 5 weeks, and Bongo Mascots every 3 weeks. Most recently, Linksys was updated on November 9, 2026 and Bongo Mascots on November 3, 2026.

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