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What it is

WiFiman is a network utility for finding UniFi devices, checking wireless performance and remotely reaching a UniFi network. Its mobile app tests upload and download speeds over Wi-Fi or cellular connections. With a UniFi Gateway, it can also show signal strength, throughput, latency and roaming between access points. On LiDAR-equipped mobile devices, Floorplan Mapper records signal strength across areas to help visualize coverage and device roaming. The Discovery tab displays IP addresses and other identifying information for devices on the connected Wi-Fi network. Teleport provides remote access through a zero-configuration VPN, but requires a compatible UniFi gateway. It uses WireGuard to encrypt traffic; Ubiquiti says Teleport does not store user data. Invitations expire after 24 hours and are usable by one device at a time. Desktop editions support UniFi Device Discovery and Teleport VPN, while the other listed features are mobile-only. WiFiman is free, with Android, iOS, Windows, macOS and Linux support. Desktop installers are listed for Windows x86-64 and ARM64, macOS Intel and Apple Silicon, and Linux AMD64.

Spec sheet

What it does
WiFiman is a network utility for discovering UniFi devices, testing wireless performance and latency, and remotely connecting to a UniFi network.Read 15 Oct 2026 · help.ui.com
Purpose
WiFiman provides tools for UniFi device discovery, wireless speed and latency testing, and instant remote access VPN.Read 30 Sep 2026 · help.ui.com
Support
The WiFiman Google Play listing gives the support email [email protected].Read 30 Sep 2026 · play.google.com
Headquarters
New York, New York, USARead 28 Sep 2026 · ui.com
Founded
2005Read 28 Sep 2026 · ui.com
Company founder and date
Ubiquiti's investor-relations page says Robert Pera founded the company in October 2003 and that current operations began in 2005.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ir.ui.com
Company headquarters
Ubiquiti lists its executive office at 685 Third Avenue, New York, New York 10017.Read 15 Oct 2026 · sec.gov
Company workforce
Ubiquiti reported 1,818 full-time-equivalent employees as of June 30, 2026, including 1,321 in research and development.Read 15 Oct 2026 · sec.gov
Coverage mapping
Floorplan Mapper on LiDAR-equipped mobile devices records signal strength in different areas to visualize Wi-Fi coverage and device roaming.Read 30 Sep 2026 · help.ui.com
Data practices
Google Play says the app may share location and personal information, may collect personal information, app activity, and app performance data, and encrypts data in transit.Read 30 Sep 2026 · play.google.com
Desktop downloads
Ubiquiti provides Windows x86-64 and ARM64 installers, macOS Intel and Apple Silicon installers, and a Linux AMD64 installer.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ui.com
Desktop scope
The desktop application supports UniFi device discovery and Teleport VPN, while the other documented tools are mobile-only.Read 15 Oct 2026 · help.ui.com
Device discovery
The Discovery view shows IP addresses and identifying information for devices on the local Wi-Fi network.Read 15 Oct 2026 · help.ui.com
Floorplan Mapper
LiDAR-equipped mobile devices can record signal strength by location to visualize coverage and roaming behavior.Read 15 Oct 2026 · help.ui.com
Limit: company support sentiment
Trustpilot reviews for UI commonly mention hardware failures, unstable connections, poor technical support and promised features not arriving; these reviews concern Ubiquiti overall rather than WiFiman specifically.Read 15 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com
Limit: floorplan export
A Google Play reviewer said created signal-strength floorplans cannot be exported directly and must be shared individually or captured as screenshots.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Limit: missing Apple TV app
An Apple reviewer requested an Apple TV version to measure that device's wireless performance.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Limit: scan navigation bug
A Google Play reviewer described Android scan screens becoming stuck and requiring a force close, while noting the problem later appeared fixed.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Limit: speed-test accuracy
An Apple reviewer reported that WiFiman speed-test results are sometimes not very accurate.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Limit: throughput confidence
A Reddit user reported that WiFiman seemed accurate for signal strength but weaker for real throughput than a local OpenSpeedTest deployment.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reddit.com
Network information
The app displays IP address, netmask, gateway, DNS server, SSID, BSSID, signal strength, channel, ping latency and packet loss.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Network scanning
The Android listing says WiFiman can detect Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE networks, scan subnets, and inspect Bonjour, SNMP, NetBIOS and Ubiquiti discovery information.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Port scanner
The Android listing includes a network analyzer with Wi-Fi 6 support, a signal meter, cellular information, device discovery and a port scanner.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Praise: optimization data
An Apple reviewer praised the channel and band information, optimization suggestions and intuitive interface for improving Wi-Fi.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Praise: usability
An Apple reviewer said the small feature set works well, the interface is fine and the app being free leaves little to complain about.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Rating on Apple App Store
4.8 out of 5 from 40K reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Rating on Google Play
4.8 out of 5 from 321K reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Rating on Trustpilot
2.0 out of 5 from 26 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com
Security architecture
Ubiquiti says UniFi functions generally run locally, with core network operation remaining available if cloud services are offline.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ui.com
Security practices
Ubiquiti describes encrypted data in transit, optional end-to-end encrypted cloud backups, internal testing, early-access testing and a bug-bounty program.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ui.com
Speed testing
The mobile app measures upload and download performance on Wi-Fi or cellular connections.Read 15 Oct 2026 · help.ui.com
Speed tests
The mobile app can test upload and download speeds on connected Wi-Fi or cellular networks.Read 30 Sep 2026 · help.ui.com
Supported mobile platforms
Ubiquiti links WiFiman downloads for iOS and Android, as well as desktop.Read 30 Sep 2026 · help.ui.com
Supported Ubiquiti gear
The Android description names UniFi, AmpliFi, AirMAX, EdgeMAX, EdgeRouter, EdgeSwitch, UISP, AirCube and AirFiber device families as supported for enhanced details.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Teleport security
Ubiquiti says Teleport uses WireGuard encryption, prefers direct connections and keeps traffic end-to-end encrypted even when cloud proxying is needed.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ui.com
Teleport VPN
Teleport provides one-click remote access to a local UniFi network and lets administrators invite and revoke users.Read 15 Oct 2026 · help.ui.com
VPN integration
Teleport is a zero-configuration VPN for remote access to a UniFi network and requires a compatible UniFi gateway.Read 30 Sep 2026 · help.ui.com
VPN invitation limit
A Teleport invitation expires after 24 hours and can be used by one device at a time.Read 30 Sep 2026 · help.ui.com
VPN security
Teleport uses WireGuard to encrypt traffic, and Ubiquiti says Teleport does not store user data.Read 30 Sep 2026 · help.ui.com
Wireless metrics
With a UniFi Gateway, the Signal view reports signal strength, throughput, latency and roaming between access points.Read 15 Oct 2026 · help.ui.com

Plans and prices

Free Free Wi-Fi network detection · Speed testing · Network discovery · Teleport VPN Read 20 Sep 2026 · apps.apple.com
WiFiman Free free-to-use · ad-free · mobile and desktop apps Read 15 Oct 2026 · help.ui.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Free mobile app is ad-free.
  • Mobile app tests Wi-Fi and cellular speeds.
  • With a UniFi Gateway, it monitors wireless metrics.
  • Teleport uses WireGuard encryption.
  • Available on mobile and desktop platforms.

Limits

  • Desktop supports only device discovery and Teleport VPN.
  • Teleport requires a compatible UniFi gateway.
  • Invitations expire after 24 hours.
  • Each invitation is limited to one device at a time.

Who it suits

WiFiman suits people who use UniFi equipment and want device discovery or remote access, as well as mobile users checking wireless performance. Coverage mapping is specifically for LiDAR-equipped mobile devices.

WiFiman in depth

Read the full write-up

WiFiman is a free Ubiquiti network utility for mobile users who want to inspect Wi-Fi performance, identify devices and, with compatible UniFi hardware, connect back to their network remotely. It is most useful as a mobile companion to UniFi equipment; as a desktop analyzer, it is limited.

Overview

WiFiman brings network discovery, wireless checks and remote access together without a subscription. The mobile app has the broadest range: it tests connections and provides wireless metrics, while the desktop apps focus on UniFi device discovery and Teleport VPN. That makes it a practical choice for quick checks on a phone, but not a substitute for a broader desktop toolset.

Key features

Speed and connection metrics: The mobile app tests upload and download speeds over Wi-Fi or cellular. With a UniFi Gateway, it also monitors signal strength, throughput, latency and roaming between access points. Gateway-dependent metrics are useful for understanding more than a single speed result, but their value is limited if your network does not use UniFi equipment.

Coverage mapping: Floorplan Mapper uses LiDAR-equipped mobile devices to record signal strength in different areas and visualize coverage and device roaming. It can help compatible-device owners see how wireless performance varies around a space; it is not a general mapping option for phones without LiDAR.

Device discovery: The Discovery tab displays IP addresses and other identifying information for devices connected to Wi-Fi. This is useful for a quick inventory of the network, though the feature is not a replacement for a full network-management suite.

Remote access: Teleport is a zero-configuration VPN for reaching a UniFi network remotely. It uses WireGuard to encrypt traffic, and Ubiquiti says it does not store user data. A compatible UniFi gateway is required. Each invitation expires after 24 hours and works with one device at a time, a meaningful constraint when sharing access or connecting more than one device.

Pricing

WiFiman costs nothing. The mobile app is free and ad-free, with no free trial needed. Desktop users receive only UniFi Device Discovery and Teleport VPN, so the no-cost offer is substantially more complete on mobile than on Windows, macOS or Linux.

There are no paid WiFiman plans or subscription terms to weigh. The main qualification is hardware: Teleport requires a compatible UniFi gateway, and the richer wireless metrics require a UniFi Gateway. Without that equipment, WiFiman still offers mobile speed tests and device discovery, but less of the UniFi-specific value.

Platforms

WiFiman supports Android, iOS, Linux, macOS and Windows. Mobile downloads are offered for iOS and Android. Desktop installers cover Windows x86-64 and ARM64, macOS Intel and Apple Silicon, and Linux AMD64. The platform choice matters: the mobile app carries the wireless testing and mapping features, while desktop is restricted to UniFi Device Discovery and Teleport VPN.

The Google Play listing says the app may share location and personal information, and may collect personal information, app activity and app performance data. It also says data is encrypted in transit. Readers who are sensitive to mobile data practices should consider those disclosures when choosing a network utility.

Who it's for

WiFiman is a sensible fit for UniFi users who want free mobile speed checks, device discovery and gateway-aware wireless monitoring. Owners of LiDAR-equipped phones also get a coverage-mapping option. It is a weaker choice for people seeking a feature-rich desktop analyzer, or for users who need remote access without compatible UniFi hardware.

Pros and cons

ProsFree and ad-free mobile app combines speed testing, device discovery and wireless metrics.

With UniFi Gateway equipment, it can show signal strength, throughput, latency and roaming, and LiDAR-equipped devices can map coverage.

Teleport uses WireGuard encryption and provides remote access without a setup-heavy VPN workflow.

ConsDesktop versions support only UniFi Device Discovery and Teleport, not the broader mobile feature set.

Teleport requires compatible UniFi hardware, and invitations expire after 24 hours and are limited to one device at a time.

Coverage mapping requires a LiDAR-equipped mobile device, and the richer wireless metrics depend on a UniFi Gateway.

Alternatives

For a broader starting point, browse Wi-Fi Analyzer Software. NetSpot is worth considering if you want a freemium tool with a free edition for personal and evaluation use on macOS and Windows, plus Android and iOS support; its free trial and paid annual option give it a different upgrade path.

inSSIDer may suit Windows or macOS users who want Wi-Fi scanning and visualization through a free download, or a paid MetaGeek Plus plan at $200 a year. Its free edition requires a free Oscium account. Choose Parkdale instead if you want a free utility that runs on Android, macOS or Windows.

Wi-Fi Scanner is an option for Windows users: personal use is free under a perpetual license, while commercial use is covered by a $99.95, paid once business license. For planning work, Hamina Planner offers a freemium route across Linux, macOS, web and Windows, with its Planner priced on request.

TamoGraph Site Survey is a paid macOS and Windows alternative with a trial; its Pro 6 Month Time-Limited License costs $499 as a one-time purchase and lasts six months. Vistumbler is a free alternative for Android and Windows. Acrylic Wi-Fi Heatmaps is another Windows option, offered as freemium with a free trial.

Verdict

Choose WiFiman if you use UniFi hardware and want a capable, ad-free mobile companion for connection checks, device discovery and remote access at no cost. Its strongest case is the mobile combination of measurements and UniFi-aware tools. Look elsewhere if desktop analysis is central to your work, or if you need VPN access without a compatible UniFi gateway.

Verdict

WiFiman covers wireless checks and UniFi network access, but the breadth of tools depends on the platform. Desktop users get a narrower feature set than mobile users, and Teleport requires compatible UniFi hardware.

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