Comparison

Cudy vs Wi

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Cudy

Easily set up and manage your Cudy Wi-Fi routers, mesh systems, and range extenders from your mobile device. The app offers an intuitive interface for network status checks, personalized settings, and powerful device management features like internet pausing and parental controls.

Highlights
  • Quick router setup
  • Network status dashboard
  • Device management (pause internet, VPN)
  • WiFi and IPTV settings
  • Firmware updates
  • Parental controls
Features
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Cudy App provides the easiest way to access and manage Cudy Wi-Fi Router, Mesh Wi-Fi Router, or Range Extender through your mobile devices. From setup to device management, Cudy provides a simple and intuitive user interface to check the status of your networking devices and configure more personal settings for your network. Cudy App makes it easy for you to install your router and get quick access to your network information. Features include: 1, Easy and intuitive interface to quick setup the router in minutes. 2, Simple management dashboard to view the status of your network, notifications, and all the feature your router. 3, Powerful device management with options to pause internet or VPN access and set rate limits. 4, WiFi settings, IPTV settings, update firmware and much more. 5, Parental Controls allow you to set healthy internet schedules and content access for your family.

About

Wi

Features
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Network Pulse gives you a complete, real-time picture of your Wi-Fi and Internet connection: live throughput, a Built-In Speed Test, smart device discovery, and a connection health score that puts it all at a glance. BUILT-IN SPEED TEST Run configurable download/upload speed tests right from the app, with a live animated gauge, running averages, and a history of your recent results. No need for a separate app or browser tab. REAL-TIME NETWORK MONITORING Watch live download and upload throughput on a scrolling chart, plus your local IP, public IP, DNS servers, and router details, all in one clean view. CONNECTION HEALTH SCORE One score that covers stability, router latency, Internet latency, and packet loss, with plain-language explanations and a trend chart, so you always know exactly how your network is doing. SMART DEVICE DISCOVERY Scan your local network to see every connected device, with AI-assisted identification of device type and vendor. Use Apple's on-device model for fully private, offline recognition, or bring your own API key for OpenAI, Gemini, Grok, or Claude. LIVE ACTIVITIES & WIDGETS Keep an eye on your download/upload speed right from the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island, and add Home Screen widgets for at-a-glance Wi-Fi health and speed-test history. GEO SCAN MODE Pair with the Network Pulse Mac app over Bluetooth to map Wi-Fi and cellular coverage while you walk or drive. Great for surveying a property or planning a route. Requires the companion Mac app. BUILT WITH PRIVACY IN MIND Device scanning stays entirely on your local network. Nothing about your devices is ever uploaded. AI recognition is optional, and only sends device metadata (never your IP address) to the provider you choose. Whether you're double-checking your ISP's promised speed, tracking down what's hogging your bandwidth, or just curious what's on your network, Network Pulse gives you the numbers, clearly, instantly, and all in one place.

Screenshots

Cudy4 screens
Wi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Wi at every 3 days against Cudy's every 2 months. Cudy's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cudy ships an update every 2 months, Wi every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Cudy versus Wi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCudyWi
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (25 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews45.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Cudy Technology Co.,Ltd.Adi Sapir

Bugs and requests

Cudy

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • Cannot access routers remotely
  • WiFi completely stopped working
  • No response from company for cancellation/refund
  • Cannot change Wake on LAN settings remotely
  • Cannot access routers via app
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  • Intermittent access
  • No SMS access for P4
  • Gaming latency issues
  • App cannot discover router
  • Internet speed meter is buggy
  • M1800 unit disconnects frequently
  • M3000 unit not turning on
  • Parental control/child protection ineffective
  • App does not work for M1800 (iOS)
  • Router not connecting to each other
  • App doesn't recognize own make wifi
  • RE1200 wifi extender issues (no 5GHz)
  • WiFi range reduced after update

Requested features

26 requests
  • Wake on LAN via mobile app
  • Assign IP address in DHCP server
  • Access Wake on LAN feature in app
  • Mac Binding/Reservations via app
  • SMS access for P4
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  • Manual IP address entry for connection
  • Custom DNS option
  • Gaming mode option
  • More firewall options (port management, protocol filters)
  • Real-time bandwidth check per client
  • Dark mode version
  • eSIM & eSIM transfer support
  • Set 2.4G or 5.0G preferences by device
  • Data usage by devices
  • QOS limit below 1 mbps
  • Device-specific bandwidth and limits
  • Control over all clients (mesh repeaters)
  • VPN settings and quick toggle
  • Signal strength display for all clients
  • Parental control and website blocking
  • Set age group for content filtering
  • Support chat, community, and email in app
  • Check for update option
  • More relevant information on dashboard
  • Tips and Help for users
  • QoS options

Wi

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Cudy

No in-app purchases

None

Wi

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cudy free?
Cudy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wi free?
Wi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cudy or Wi have ads?
Neither Cudy nor Wi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cudy or Wi?
Cudy ships an update every 2 months, and Wi every 3 days. Most recently, Cudy was updated on November 3, 2026 and Wi on October 29, 2026.

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