Comparison

Crios vs AFAQY Guard

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

Head to head
About

Crios

This tool helps network administrators discover connected devices, identify open ports, and assess vulnerabilities. It provides detailed analysis of security risks and allows for direct issue remediation within the app. Scan data can be easily exported for further analysis and documentation.

Highlights
  • Network scanning for active IPs and open ports
  • Vulnerability assessment of devices
  • Detailed analysis of security risks
  • In-app issue remediation
  • Exportable scan data and reports
Features
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Know every device on your home Wi-Fi - and exactly what to do about the risks. Crios scans your network in one tap, identifies each device by name, maker and model, draws a live map of your Wi-Fi, and turns what it finds into plain-language advice anyone can act on. No jargon. No guesswork. Just answers. WHO IS ON MY NETWORK - One-tap discovery finds every connected device, including phones and laptops with no open ports - Reveals names, makers, models, vendors and device types - Spots unknown or unexpected devices that may be piggybacking on your Wi-Fi - Live network map shows how everything connects at a glance FIX THE RISKS, NOT JUST FIND THEM - Plain-language security advice for every device Crios finds - Flags weak router settings, exposed services and outdated firmware - Step-by-step guidance to close ports, change defaults and lock things down - Prioritizes what matters most so you fix the biggest risks first DEEP DEVICE INTELLIGENCE - Port scanner detects open TCP and UDP services on any device - MAC address vendor lookup identifies manufacturers instantly - Hostname, IP, and NetBIOS details for every endpoint - Ping, traceroute, DNS lookup, Wake-on-LAN and Whois built in WI-FI AND ROUTER TOOLS - Signal strength meter helps you place your router for best coverage - Speed test measures download, upload and latency - Channel analyzer spots crowded Wi-Fi channels slowing you down - Router admin shortcuts jump straight to your gateway settings SMART HOME AND IOT READY - Recognizes smart TVs, cameras, thermostats, speakers, printers and consoles - Custom labels and notes let you name every device your way - History tracks new arrivals and departures over time - Alerts when an unknown device joins your network BUILT FOR EVERYONE - Designed for curious homeowners, renters, parents and small business owners - No account required, no ads, no tracking of your network data - Works offline once your scan completes - Beautiful, fast, native iOS experience with full iPad and Dark Mode support PRIVACY FIRST Crios only scans networks you are connected to. Your data stays on your device. We never sell, share or upload your scan results. Whether you are hunting a mystery device, hardening your smart home, or just curious what is really on your Wi-Fi - Crios gives you the map, the answers, and the fix. Download Crios today and take back control of your network.

About

AFAQY Guard

Features
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AFAQY Guard is a powerful mobile surveillance App that enhances security by providing user flexibility to monitor the live video from network cameras and NVRs via wireless network. The simple and intuitive interface is such user-friendly design which gives the user easy access to most functions, such as viewing the live videos and playing back the recorded videos. Key Features: 1. Support synchronously managing network cameras and our NVRs 2. Support scanning QR code to get a remote view via P2P for our cameras and NVRs 3. Support dual stream 4. Support customized stream parameters 5. Support 1/4/9/16 screen layouts for up to 64 channels displaying synchronously 6. Support to playback SD card and HDD recorded videos 7. Support alarm push 8. Support viewing Favorites 9. Support image capture/ video recording functions 10. Support file management 11. H.265/H.264video compression 12. Support password protection 13. Support Mobile Network Reminder 14. Support Wi-Fi/3G/4G network

Screenshots

Crios4 screens
AFAQY Guard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AFAQY Guard at Free against Crios's $4.99. AFAQY Guard also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.2). On 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

AFAQY Guard is free to download; Crios costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Crios versus AFAQY Guard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCriosAFAQY Guard
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.212.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCrioSoft LLCAFAQY

In-app purchases

None

Crios

No in-app purchases

None

AFAQY Guard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Crios free?
Crios costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AFAQY Guard free?
AFAQY Guard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Crios or AFAQY Guard have ads?
Neither Crios nor AFAQY Guard shows ads.

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