Comparison

Crios vs Pulse5G

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

Head to head
About

Crios

This app scans your Wi-Fi network to identify all connected devices, providing their names, manufacturers, and models. It offers plain-language security advice, helps fix risks like weak router settings, and includes tools for Wi-Fi analysis and device management.

Highlights
  • One-tap network scanning
  • Device identification (name, maker, model)
  • Live Wi-Fi network map
  • Plain-language security advice
  • Port scanner
  • Wi-Fi signal strength meter
  • Speed test
Features
Currently charting
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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THEM - Plain-language security advice for every device Crios finds - Flags weak router settings, exposed services and outdated firmware - Step-by-step guidance to close ports, change defaults and lock things down - Prioritizes what matters most so you fix the biggest risks first DEEP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

Pulse5G

Features
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Conoce el estado de tu conexión móvil desde iPhone, iPad y Mac. Pulse5G reúne las métricas de tu router Huawei HiLink 4G/5G, la actividad de la red y herramientas para orientar tu antena en una app nativa. RESUMEN DE TU RED • Estado de conexión, operador, bandas activas y dispositivos Wi-Fi. • Velocidades de descarga y subida, consumo de datos y tiempo de conexión. • Modelo 3D interactivo del Huawei 5G CPE Pro 2 integrado en el inicio. SEÑAL Y ALINEACIÓN • Métricas RSRP, RSRQ, SINR y RSSI con indicadores de calidad. • Información LTE y 5G NR cuando el router la proporciona. • Gráficos de señal con ventanas de 1, 2, 5 y 10 minutos para ayudarte a orientar la antena. • Detalles de celda, operador y bandas según la información disponible. TRÁFICO Y AJUSTES • Historial reciente de velocidad y estadísticas de uso. • Opciones de red móvil, bandas y Wi-Fi según las capacidades del router. • Diagnóstico e información del dispositivo. ACCESO DIRECTO AL ROUTER Pulse5G se conecta a la dirección del router que tú indiques. No necesitas crear una cuenta de Pulse5G. Puedes explorar la app con datos demo sin disponer de un router. REQUISITOS • iOS 26, iPadOS 26 o macOS 26, o posteriores. • Router Huawei compatible con la API HiLink y acceso a su dirección de administración. • Las métricas y opciones disponibles dependen del modelo y del firmware. Proyecto independiente, sin afiliación con Huawei.

Screenshots

Crios4 screens
Pulse5G1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Pulse5G at $0.99 against Crios's $12.99. Pulse5G also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 weeks). Crios's advantage is chart position (#154 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Crios costs $12.99 and Pulse5G $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Crios ships an update every 3 weeks, Pulse5G every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Crios versus Pulse5G: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCriosPulse5G
Price$12.99$0.99 — better
Rating4.4 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#154 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS26.226.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCrioSoft LLCMarco Rojas

In-app purchases

None

Crios

No in-app purchases

None

Pulse5G

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Crios free?
Crios costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pulse5G free?
Pulse5G costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Crios or Pulse5G have ads?
Neither Crios nor Pulse5G shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Crios or Pulse5G?
Crios ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pulse5G every 2 weeks. Most recently, Crios was updated on November 8, 2026 and Pulse5G on October 31, 2026.

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