Comparison

Data Cellular Counter vs Hotspot Planet

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

Head to head
About

Data Cellular Counter

Monitor your mobile data usage in real-time to avoid exceeding limits. This app provides accurate readings for 3G/LTE and WiFi, offering personalized settings for worry-free mobile use. It works independently of your service provider.

Highlights
  • Real-time data usage tracking
  • 3G/LTE and WiFi monitoring
  • Personalized settings
  • Independent of service provider
  • Accurate data readings
Features
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If you’re worried about exceeding your daily, weekly or monthly limit for data usage, it’s time you got Data Cellular. Data Cellular keeps an eye on your data traffic by providing you with useful info so that you can use your mobile worry-free. You will be updated in real time because Data Cellular collects your data directly from your mobile, not from your service provider. It’s easy to use and you can personalize it to suit your needs. Features: - Provides a fast and accurate reading of your data usage over a 3G/LTE network and WiFi - Personalised settings - Works with all service providers

About

Hotspot Planet

Easily connect to saved Wi-Fi networks with automatic activation. Access hotspots directly from a widget, which displays up to three available connections. The app supports various security protocols and allows for easy management of your Wi-Fi list.

Highlights
  • Automatic Wi-Fi connection
  • Widget for direct connection
  • Displays up to 3 hotspots on widget
  • Shows current Wi-Fi name
  • Supports WEP, WPA, WPA2 security
  • List item reordering
Features
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Hotspot Planet safely stores the login details of the Wi-Fi networks you use most, so you can connect with a single tap from the list. Cafés, offices, schools, home routers — connect instantly without remembering or re-entering passwords. 【Key Features】 • One-tap connect — tap an item to instantly connect using the saved credentials • Home-screen widget — connect to your favorite networks right from the widget • QR code scan — add a hotspot easily by scanning a Wi-Fi QR code • WPA-Enterprise support — connect not only home networks (WPA/WPA2/WEP) but also enterprise/campus PEAP/MSCHAPv2 networks that require a username and server name • Secure storage — passwords are kept in the device's secure store (Keychain); secrets are never exposed to the widget • Biometric lock — protect editing with Face ID / Touch ID / passcode • Backup & restore — move your saved list when switching or reinstalling • iCloud sync — turn it on to keep your saved Wi-Fi list in sync across your devices via your own iCloud account (optional) • Current network display — see which Wi-Fi you're connected to in real time • Icons & colors — assign an icon and color to each item for quick recognition 【Good to Know】 • Supported security — home Wi-Fi with WEP, WPA, and WPA2 • Reorder — long-press the list to arrange items in any order • If the current-network status doesn't refresh, tap the "Refresh" button to check again • Connection works only when a saved Wi-Fi network is nearby • The developer does not collect the Wi-Fi information you add to the app 【Perfect for】 - Anyone tired of retyping Wi-Fi passwords across multiple places - People who frequently use WPA-Enterprise networks at work or school - Sharing Wi-Fi access quickly with family or colleagues - Anyone who wants to keep passwords secure By default, all processing happens on-device. If you turn on iCloud sync, your saved list is synced across your own devices through your iCloud account, and is never sent to the developer's servers.

Screenshots

Data Cellular Counter4 screens
Hotspot Planet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Hotspot Planet at 3.5 against Data Cellular Counter's 2.3. Hotspot Planet also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (732 vs 6). Data Cellular Counter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price 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. Hotspot Planet sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Data Cellular Counter asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hotspot Planet holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hotspot Planet has 732 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of Data Cellular Counter's written reviews are positive against 32% of Hotspot Planet's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Data Cellular Counter ships an update every 6 months, Hotspot Planet every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Data Cellular Counter versus Hotspot Planet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterData Cellular CounterHotspot Planet
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (6 ratings)3.5 (732 ratings) — better
Positive reviews18.2% of reviews31.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6732 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEmanuele FlorisINNOAUS KOREA INC.

Customer experience

Data Cellular Counter

All ratings6 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive18.2%
Neutral9.1%
Negative72.7%

Hotspot Planet

All ratings732 ratings
Positive61.2%
Neutral3.3%
Negative35.5%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive31.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative68.4%

Bugs and requests

Data Cellular Counter

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Hotspot Planet

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Network creation doesn't work
  • Hotspot connection fails through widget
  • App doesn't connect to created networks
  • WiFi hotspot functionality non-functional
  • Settings must be accessed manually instead of through app
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  • Connection drops immediately after establishment

Requested features

5 requests
  • Clear user instructions and setup guide
  • Improved widget functionality for hotspot connection
  • Auto-connect hotspot feature
  • Better documentation on how to enable hotspot
  • Gaming console compatibility (Xbox One)

In-app purchases

None

Data Cellular Counter

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Hotspot Planet

One-time3
  • A cup of coffee$0.99
  • A meal$3.99
  • Hearty support$9.99

Questions

Is Data Cellular Counter free?
Data Cellular Counter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hotspot Planet free?
Hotspot Planet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Data Cellular Counter or Hotspot Planet?
Hotspot Planet is rated higher. Data Cellular Counter averages 2.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Hotspot Planet averages 3.5 from 732 ratings.
Do Data Cellular Counter or Hotspot Planet have ads?
Data Cellular Counter shows ads; Hotspot Planet does not.
Which is updated more often, Data Cellular Counter or Hotspot Planet?
Data Cellular Counter ships an update every 6 months, and Hotspot Planet every 6 weeks. Most recently, Data Cellular Counter was updated on October 21, 2026 and Hotspot Planet on October 24, 2026.

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