Comparison

PiFi vs US Virtual Guard

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

Head to head
About

PiFi

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No need for terminal, SSH or even LuCI. PiFi has all of pro features you love from OpenWrt, reimagined to be more capable, more simple and even more fun. So things like blocking trackers and ads, connecting or switching VPN profiles and accessing your network-stored documents, photos or videos are now just a tap away on iPhone and iPad. NETWORK SETTINGS - Customize network settings, setup a travel router, and more with just a few taps WIREGUARD & OPENVPN CLIENT - Easily upload and manage multiple VPN profiles directly from your iPhone or iPad. Create a VPN network for ALL your devices in seconds ADGUARD HOME - Access AdGuard Home software for network-wide ad and tracking blocking NETWORK STORAGE - Easily expand your network storage capacity (USB storage, SSD, or SD Card) and access your files from anywhere on the network ** COMPATIBILITY NOTICE This app WILL ONLY work if your Raspberry Pi 4 or 5 has been flashed with PiFi firmware, either downloaded from the PiFi website or through a pre-configured SD Card. Standard OpenWrt builds that are not optimised for PiFi are not compatible with this app. For full compatibility details, see pifi.org TRADEMARK NOTICE Raspberry Pi is a trademark of Raspberry Pi Ltd, AdGuard and AdGuard Home are trademarks of Adguard Software Ltd, WireGuard is a registered trademark of Jason A. Donenfeld, OpenWrt is a trademark owned by Software Freedom Conservancy (SFC). All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. PiFi firmware, software, and accessories are developed by PiFi Ltd, an independent project.

About

US Virtual Guard

This app provides nationwide real-time live video monitoring and direct communication with a dedicated security team. It offers a concierge command center experience, with human operators overseeing properties and responding to threats, all accessible from your mobile device.

Highlights
  • Real-time live video monitoring
  • Direct operator communication
  • Live incident response
  • Multi-property management
  • Customizable protocols
  • Full event history
Features
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US Virtual Guard delivers nationwide real-time live video monitoring, direct operator communication, and full command center visibility; all from your phone or tablet… Your Concierge Command Center There was a time when only a few could afford a seat in a live security command center. Now it’s yours at a fraction of the cost… This is not a typical security app. This is your private concierge security team powered by real Humans and TrueLive.ai With the US Virtual Guard app, you gain direct access to: Live Updates: Real professionals actively oversee your properties and report only when there is an actual need... not automated alerts giving you a bunch of notifications when nothing is happening. Immediate Incident Response: When threat activity is detected, your command center responds in real time. You see,status updates from detection to resolution. (full professional “post incident” reports available for Enterprise customers) Direct Operator Communication: Stay connected to your dedicated security team at all times with 24/7 phone and message access directly to your Command Center. (you can even speak to the person watching your cameras…we pride ourselves with having unparalleled industry leading customer service) Multi-Property Management: View and manage warehouses, commercial properties, apartment complexes, construction sites, industrial facilities, and high-value residences; all in one secure interface. Custom Protocols and Procedures We create a custom “SOP” for each site. You get to choose what we watch, when we watch, and who we contact when needed. Full Event History & Visibility: Access a complete timeline of alerts, responses, and site activity across your portfolio. Powered by Real Humans and TrueLive.Ai: Advanced technology supports a live human command center. Ai assists. Professionals protect.

Screenshots

PiFi4 screens
US Virtual Guard2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: US Virtual Guard at fortnightly against PiFi's every 6 weeks. PiFi's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). 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

PiFi ships an update every 6 weeks, US Virtual Guard fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
PiFi versus US Virtual Guard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPiFiUS Virtual Guard
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.2 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size93 MB142 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPiFi LtdUSVG

In-app purchases

None

PiFi

No in-app purchases

None

US Virtual Guard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PiFi free?
PiFi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is US Virtual Guard free?
US Virtual Guard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PiFi or US Virtual Guard have ads?
Neither PiFi nor US Virtual Guard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PiFi or US Virtual Guard?
PiFi ships an update every 6 weeks, and US Virtual Guard fortnightly. Most recently, PiFi was updated on October 27, 2026 and US Virtual Guard on October 24, 2026.

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