Comparison

iKnow vs tpMiFi

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

Head to head
About

iKnow

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iPhone app where you can store all settings and access details (including usernames and passwords) for your email, websites, accounts, etc, in a safe way. All data is saved exclusively in your iPhone, and will only be exported on demand. How many times have you forgotten your username and/or passwords, the settings to your email, website, …? This app is useful for both IT and personal use. In the IT case, you can store all your settings and access details, as well as those of your clients; in the personal use case, you can store the settings and access details of all the family. SECURITY: Reliably secure using a passcode to access the app, and Touch ID or Face ID support. All critical information in the database is encrypted. The passcode is used as part of the encryption key, therefore a complex passcode is recommended. The passcode is not recorded in the database, only being present in RAM for the duration of the App execution. After 4 failed attempts all data relating to iKnow-IT is deleted from the iPhone, and can only be recovered from external backups. STRUCTURE: Hierarchical structuring of the information. Groups -> Entities -> Accounts Groups: clients, companies, family, etc. Entities: specific client workers, family members. Accounts: email, IMAP, POP3, SMTP, Web, apps, access's, etc. PERSONALIZATION: Personalization with avatars/images of the groups, entities and accounts. You can use the available app icons, images from your camera roll, iPhone contacts or using the Documents folder (using iTunes or iCloud Drive) (PNG and JPEG formats supported), to personalize the avatars/images associated with the groups, entities and/or accounts you create. ACCOUNTS: Different icons for accounts. For each account there is a different icon relating to the type of information you want to store. ACCOUNT TYPES: Different account types. email, IMAP, POP3, SMTP, Exchange, Apple ID, ID, MAC, Linux, FreeBSD, Windows, http, SSH, VNC, FTP, SFTP, Telnet, RDP, Database, Access, Google, Facebook, Twitter, Outlook, Skype, PayPal, Amazon, eBay, Microsoft, Netflix, Spotify, TeamViewer, Firefox, Pinterest, Instagram, TripAdvisor, Vimeo, LinkedIn, GSM SIM card information, WiFi, Notes, Scanned images (Doc/Card/Passport)..., and 2FA (Two-factor authentication). DATA: Data according to the different account types. Each account type records the appropriate settings. FAVORITES: You can create Favorite groups, entities or accounts. On editing or creating a group, entity or account, you'll find a star icon, clicking it adds or removes from the favorites list. The star also appears on Account view. In the Favorites list, clicking on the star removes it from favorite list. On settings, you can set the Favorites list as default list on starting App. TOOLS BAR: You can select items to be copied, moved or exported. You can import records from an exported file from another device (only for files exported from iKnow-IT App). Clicking on Favorites jumps to the Favorites list view. The icons are enabled depending on the possible actions. This app also includes the following tools: - Move or copy Entities to other Groups, or Accounts to other Entities. - Transfer export files to other devices that have the iKnow-IT App using AirDrop or eMail. - Secure backup (internal, on iTunes or iCloud Drive). The backup files are encrypted. - On exporting and importing via iTunes, iCloud Drive, AirDrop or eMail, the files are encrypted. - The backup files can be used to import, also the export files can be used to restore the database. - Database restore (requires the passcode used when creating the backup, if different). - Restore of deleted groups, entities and accounts. - Database maintenance (compaction, removal of deleted items).

About

tpMiFi

Easily manage your TP-Link Mobile Wi-Fi device from your iPhone. Monitor data usage, battery life, and connected devices. Control network settings, manage files on an SD card, and perform device maintenance tasks.

Highlights
  • Monitor data usage
  • Manage connected devices
  • Control battery life
  • File sharing via SD card
  • Customize wireless settings
  • Firmware upgrades
Features
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tpMiFi provides the easiest way to manage your TP-Link Mobile Wi-Fi via the connected iPhone. It allows you to manage your Mobile Wi-Fi's data usage, battery life and connected devices with a few taps. tpMiFi management is available only after the iPhone is connected to the Wi-Fi network of TP-Link Mobile Wi-Fi. Disconnected from the MiFi will appear on the interface if the device is not connected to the Mobile Wi-Fi. Login to take fully control of your Mobile Wi-Fi and the login username and password are the same as the administrator username and password of the Mobile Wi-Fi. Features: -Display network status such as carrier information, signal strength and roaming status. -Control data usage such as currently used data and monthly allowance, and adjust used data at your disposal. -Manage connected devices, block the unwelcome device by simply sliding the corresponding entry and tap Block. -Monitor your Mobile Wi-Fi's battery life in real-time and switch it to power saving mode. -Share, download and upload files in the SD card in your Mobile Wi-Fi. -Customize wireless settings such as your Mobile Wi-Fi's SSID and wireless password. -Other functionality including firmware upgrade, power off, reboot, and factory default restore. Compatible List: tpMiFi can be used on the following devices: M7650, M7450, M7350, M7310, M7300, M7200, M7010, M7000

Screenshots

iKnow4 screens
tpMiFi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: tpMiFi at Free against iKnow's $19.99. tpMiFi also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

tpMiFi is free to download; iKnow costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iKnow ships an update every 2 months, tpMiFi every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iKnow versus tpMiFi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriKnowtpMiFi
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating—4.6 (815 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—76.6% of reviews
Number of ratings—815 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoao FontesTP-Link Systems Inc.

Bugs and requests

iKnow

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

tpMiFi

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • SMS inbox not opening
  • Automatic data usage reset during the month
  • Inability to access local network on iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • Messages not displaying correctly in Persian language
  • Slow performance after latest update

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for landscape mode
  • Improve SMS handling and notifications
  • Provide more detailed data usage tracking
  • Introduce a dark mode option
  • Allow renaming of connected devices

In-app purchases

None

iKnow

No in-app purchases

None

tpMiFi

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iKnow free?
iKnow costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is tpMiFi free?
tpMiFi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iKnow or tpMiFi have ads?
Neither iKnow nor tpMiFi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iKnow or tpMiFi?
iKnow ships an update every 2 months, and tpMiFi every 4 months. Most recently, iKnow was updated on October 29, 2026 and tpMiFi on October 31, 2026.

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