# Cudy vs 5dM remote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 5dM remote at 100% against Cudy's 45%. 5dM remote also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.7). Cudy's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and ratings volume (25 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Cudy is free to download; 5dM remote costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

5dM remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cudy has 25 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Cudy's written reviews are positive against 100% of 5dM remote's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cudy | 5dM remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | [3.7 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cudy/id6464377818/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5dm-remote/id6814423859/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **25** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 45.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 36 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Cudy Technology Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1705860489) | [alexander vallejo](https://appshunter.io/developer/6814423861) |

## What reviewers say

### Cudy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cudy/id6464377818)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and user friendly
- 🚀 Works well and stable
- ✅ Covers most needed features
- 📱 Clear UI and features
- ⚙️ VPN setup available

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Remote access issues
- 📉 Poor remote connection
- 🔌 Equipment failure/no response
- 🚫 App does not discover router
- ❓ Missing essential settings

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


### 5dM remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5dm-remote/id6814423859)

This application allows you to control your LG TV over WiFi. It features a unique 'IMPATIENCE' button that lets you pause live TV for a user-defined duration, perfect for skipping ads or taking breaks without missing content.

**Highlights:** LG TV WiFi control, Customizable pause button, Ad skipping functionality, User-defined delay for pause, Control over same WiFi network

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cudy free?

Cudy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is 5dM remote free?

5dM remote costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Cudy or 5dM remote?

5dM remote is rated higher. Cudy averages 3.7 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while 5dM remote averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Cudy or 5dM remote have ads?

Neither Cudy nor 5dM remote shows ads.

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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.*