Comparison

Mi Wi vs LinkGuardian

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

Head to head
About

Mi Wi

This app acts as a smart pocket Wi-Fi tool, allowing users to monitor their Mi Wi-Fi network and connected devices. It offers features for device management, security, and network optimization, promoting healthier usage habits and efficient router performance.

Highlights
  • Device management and permission control
  • Unauthorized access alerts
  • Malicious website firewall
  • Wi-Fi scheduling for healthy habits
  • Timed router reboots
  • Visitor Wi-Fi access modes
Features
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Version 5.0 of the Mi Wi-Fi app is now available! The new version delivers a smarter and more intuitive experience. This app is your smart pocket Wi-Fi tool, helping you to better monitor your Mi Wi-Fi and instantly access the settings of connected devices. Main features: 1. Device Management: Check networked devices anytime, anywhere, and view their status at a glance. You can set device-specific network and data access permissions, automatically allocate bandwidth for each device, and even set a nickname. 2. Unauthorized Access Prevention: Whenever an unauthorized device attempts to join the network, Mi Wi-Fi can automatically send you an alert, and even prevent high-risk devices from connecting. 3. Security Center: malicious website firewall. 4. Healthy Mode: switches off Wi-Fi at set times to prevent staying up too late and encourage healthy habits. 5. Reboot Schedule: timed reboots can keep the router operating at full efficiency. 6. Panel Indicator Switch: can be turned off to eliminate light pollution. 7. Red Envelope/Friend/Visitor Wi-Fi access modes: allow visitors to access devices more conveniently. Specific functions vary depending on the product model. Contact Info Email:miglobal-feedback@xiaomi.com

About

LinkGuardian

Features
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Scan any link, QR code, or website before you open it. Analyse phone numbers, emails, and Wi-Fi networks. Stay informed with a live global intelligence feed. LinkGuardian runs entirely on your device — nothing is sent to any server. Your inbox, WhatsApp, and SMS are full of links you didn't ask for. One tap on the wrong one can expose your passwords, bank account, or identity. LinkGuardian gives you the power to check first, open second — in seconds. LINK SCANNER Paste any URL and run it through 15 threat-detection modules. Detects phishing, brand impersonation, suspicious domains, hidden redirects, missing HTTPS, and malicious TLDs. Trusted domains get instant Safe verdicts. No false positives. QR CODE DEEP SCANNER Most QR scanners open links immediately. LinkGuardian pauses, runs a full threat analysis, and shows you the result before anything happens. Also reads Wi-Fi QR codes, vCard contacts, and plain text. LIVE INTELLIGENCE FEED 245+ curated global sources across 14 categories: Breaking News, Cyber Attacks, Geopolitics, Threat Intel, Vulnerabilities, OSINT, Global News, Fraud & Scams, Business, Crypto, AI, Supply Chain, Industry, and Aerospace. Infinite scroll. Favorites. Share. No algorithm — just real intelligence. WEBSITE INTELLIGENCE Deep analysis of any website: DNS records, SSL certificate, SPF/DMARC, CDN, security headers, WAF detection, payment providers, accessibility, and 30+ more data points. PHONE & EMAIL OSINT Analyse any phone number from 200+ countries or any email address. Carrier data, geographic region, breach context, disposable email detection, and domain security — all 100% offline. OSINT HARVESTER Enter an email, username, domain, phone number, or full name. Probes 53+ global platforms, analyses DNS records, runs breach context checks, and compiles everything into a professional PDF intelligence report — on your device, in seconds. WI-FI NETWORK PROFILER Detects Evil Twin attacks, DNS hijacking, captive portals, and VPN status. Scans your entire local network, fingerprints connected devices, and alerts you to open ports and security risks. THREAT HEATMAP A visual calendar of your personal threat history. Weekly risk patterns, global threat season alerts (Tax Season, Black Friday, Election periods, Patch Tuesday), and trend analysis. PRIVATE BY DESIGN - Runs entirely on your iPhone — no cloud, no account, no sign-up required - No monthly subscription for core features - Your scans, history, and intelligence never leave your device - Uses only free public data sources-

Screenshots

Mi Wi4 screens
LinkGuardian3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Mi Wi at Free against LinkGuardian's $1.99. Mi Wi also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.6). On update cadence, 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

Mi Wi is free to download; LinkGuardian costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mi Wi ships an update every 6 weeks, LinkGuardian every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Mi Wi versus LinkGuardian: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMi WiLinkGuardian
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating3.0 (2.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews23.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size182 MB4 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperBeijing Xiaomi Mobile Software Co., LtdFrancisco Piedra

Bugs and requests

Mi Wi

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unable to connect to router
  • Disappearing device list
  • Incorrect router status display
  • Persistent login problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved device detection
  • Customizable parental controls
  • Firmware update notifications
  • Multi-language support

LinkGuardian

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Mi Wi

No in-app purchases

None

LinkGuardian

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mi Wi free?
Mi Wi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LinkGuardian free?
LinkGuardian costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mi Wi or LinkGuardian have ads?
Neither Mi Wi nor LinkGuardian shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mi Wi or LinkGuardian?
Mi Wi ships an update every 6 weeks, and LinkGuardian every 3 weeks. Most recently, Mi Wi was updated on November 1, 2026 and LinkGuardian on October 28, 2026.

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