Comparison

tpMiFi 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

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

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

tpMiFi4 screens
Hotspot Planet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: tpMiFi at 77% against Hotspot Planet's 32%. tpMiFi also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Hotspot Planet's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and monetization model 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. tpMiFi asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

tpMiFi holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 818 and 732 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of tpMiFi's written reviews are positive against 32% of Hotspot Planet's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

tpMiFi ships an update every 4 months, Hotspot Planet every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
tpMiFi versus Hotspot Planet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametertpMiFiHotspot Planet
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (818 ratings) — better3.5 (732 ratings)
Positive reviews76.6% of reviews — better31.6% of reviews
Number of ratings818 — better732
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTP-Link Systems Inc.INNOAUS KOREA INC.

Customer experience

tpMiFi

All ratings801 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral3.9%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews295 reviews
Positive76.6%
Neutral7.8%
Negative15.6%

Hotspot Planet

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

User reviews

tpMiFi

From 818 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to set up and use
  • 👍 Reliable and stable connection
  • 💡 Useful app features
  • 🚀 Fast and responsive
  • 👍 Excellent device performance

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connection issues
  • 🐛 SMS inbox not working
  • 🐛 App crashes or freezes
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices
  • 🔋 Battery life could be improved

Hotspot Planet

From 732 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✅ WiFi sharing functionality works well
  • ❤️ Users love the app concept
  • ⚡ Quick and easy to use when functioning

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Core functionality doesn't work reliably
  • 📖 Lacks clear instructions or documentation
  • 😤 Inconsistent performance across devices
  • 🔌 Widget hotspot connection fails
  • ❌ App crashes or freezes frequently

Bugs and 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

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

tpMiFi

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 tpMiFi free?
tpMiFi 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, tpMiFi or Hotspot Planet?
tpMiFi is rated higher. tpMiFi averages 4.6 out of 5 from 818 ratings, while Hotspot Planet averages 3.5 from 732 ratings.
Do tpMiFi or Hotspot Planet have ads?
Neither tpMiFi nor Hotspot Planet shows ads.
Which is updated more often, tpMiFi or Hotspot Planet?
tpMiFi ships an update every 4 months, and Hotspot Planet every 6 weeks. Most recently, tpMiFi was updated on November 6, 2026 and Hotspot Planet on November 6, 2026.

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