Comparison

Linksys vs FireDefense Systems

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

FireDefense Systems

Features
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FireDefense is the companion app for the Fire Defense Systems exterior sprinkler platform. When wildfire threatens, open or close your property's water-defense valve right from your phone, and keep an eye on active fires near your home. CONTROL YOUR VALVE • See your valve's live status at a glance: ready, running, or offline. • Activate or stop your sprinkler with a deliberate press-and-hold control designed to prevent accidental taps. • Clear feedback tells you whether the valve actually responded, so you're never left guessing. KNOW WHAT'S NEARBY • A live map shows active wildfires around your location, using public data from the National Interagency Fire Center and CAL FIRE. • Adjustable radius from 10 to 100 miles. • Tap any incident for size, distance, containment, and a link to official information. BUILT FOR THE MOMENT THAT MATTERS • Talks directly to your valve over your local Wi-Fi. • No account, no sign-in, no ads, no tracking. • Designed for clarity under stress. FireDefense requires a Fire Defense Systems valve installed at your property. Learn more at firedefense-systems.com.

Screenshots

Linksys4 screens
FireDefense Systems4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FireDefense Systems at none against Linksys's 2. Linksys's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads 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. FireDefense Systems asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Linksys versus FireDefense Systems: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinksysFireDefense Systems
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (98K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews20.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings98K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size111 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLinksys USA, Inc.Gulnaz Galieva

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

FireDefense Systems

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

FireDefense Systems

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Linksys free?
Linksys is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FireDefense Systems free?
FireDefense Systems is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Linksys or FireDefense Systems have ads?
Neither Linksys nor FireDefense Systems shows ads.

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