WifiMapper iPhone App Review

WifiMapper for iPhone comes from a company that specializes in wireless coverage mapping. With world’s largest Wi-Fi database, the app helps you find free Wifi all over the world based on over 500 million hotspots. You can download WifiMapper app for free from iTunes App store.

Features

Typically data plans are expensive. It gets worse if you’re roaming. WifiMapper app for iPhone could extend you a helping hand by showing free WiFi hotspots in every major city in the world. The app further tells you what kind of venue it is, how reliable the connection is and even if they have good coffee! Just the right type of information every traveler wants. WifiMapper app for iPhone is powered by data collected from the OpenSignal app community, meaning that all the Wi-Fi hotspots have been seen by people just like you – and you can also improve the database. At present, the app features a database of over 500 million global hotspots. When you click on the listed free WiFi hotspots near you, the displayed details page gives you relevant information on the hotspot and its location in addition to comments from the community.

While testing WifiMapper app, there were times when the information provided by the app was a bit off. It could be an issue with the app’s recommendation algorithms, and the app developers themselves have requested patience and collaboration from the user’s part to improve upon the results. At present, users are required to login using Facebook login. But it should be noted that you do not need Facebook login to use the app, just for editing hotspots and adding comments. The UI layout is user friendly. It is easy to find what you’re looking for. The app is also stable.

Conclusion

WifiMapper app for iPhone is your lifeline as far as free data connectivity goes, especially when you’re in roaming. The app has a 500 million+ global hotspot database built with the support of OpenSignal app community that is every expanding. While using the app, you’re also expected to contribute positively, in terms of comments as well as corrections regarding the status of WiFi hotspots you’d used. The UI is well designed and easy to navigate. The app is also reasonably stable and responsive. Check it out if you’re a frequent traveler who suffers from a rather expensive roaming data plan.

Category: Free iPhone Apps