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WiFiman
New York, New York, USA
What it is
WiFiman is a free network utility for discovering UniFi devices, checking wireless performance, and remotely accessing a UniFi network. On mobile, it can test upload and download speeds over Wi-Fi or cellular. With a UniFi Gateway, the app can monitor signal strength, throughput, latency, and roaming between access points. Floorplan Mapper on LiDAR-equipped mobile devices records signal strength in different areas to visualize coverage and device roaming. The Discovery tab shows IP addresses and other identifying information for devices connected to the Wi-Fi network. Teleport provides remote access through a zero-configuration VPN that requires a compatible UniFi gateway. It uses WireGuard to encrypt traffic, and Ubiquiti says Teleport does not store user data. An invitation expires after 24 hours and can be used by one device at a time. Desktop versions for Windows, macOS, and Linux support UniFi Device Discovery and Teleport VPN; the other listed features are mobile-only. The mobile app is available for Android and iOS, and desktop installers are listed for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
For and against
For
- Free mobile app with Wi-Fi and cellular speed tests.
- Shows device IP addresses and identifying information.
- Teleport uses WireGuard encryption.
- Available on Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Against
- Teleport requires a compatible UniFi gateway.
- Desktop supports only device discovery and Teleport VPN.
- Teleport invitations expire after 24 hours.
- Each invitation is limited to one device at a time.
The verdict
WiFiman offers network discovery and remote access across mobile and desktop, with broader wireless tools on mobile. Desktop users should note its narrower feature set, and Teleport depends on compatible UniFi gateway hardware.
Who it suits
WiFiman suits people using UniFi equipment who want device discovery or remote network access. Mobile users can also check wireless performance, while desktop users should expect only discovery and Teleport VPN features.
Plans and prices
Free
Wi-Fi network detection · Speed testing · Network discovery · Teleport VPN
Read 20 Sep 2026 · apps.apple.com
WiFiman
free-to-use · ad-free · mobile and desktop apps
Read 15 Oct 2026 · help.ui.com
On the record
- 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.ir.ui.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Company headquarters
- Ubiquiti lists its executive office at 685 Third Avenue, New York, New York 10017.sec.gov · read 15 Oct 2026
- Company workforce
- Ubiquiti reported 1,818 full-time-equivalent employees as of June 30, 2026, including 1,321 in research and development.sec.gov · read 15 Oct 2026
- Coverage mapping
- Floorplan Mapper on LiDAR-equipped mobile devices records signal strength in different areas to visualize Wi-Fi coverage and device roaming.help.ui.com · read 30 Sep 2026
- 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.play.google.com · read 30 Sep 2026
- Desktop downloads
- Ubiquiti provides Windows x86-64 and ARM64 installers, macOS Intel and Apple Silicon installers, and a Linux AMD64 installer.ui.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Desktop scope
- The desktop application supports UniFi device discovery and Teleport VPN, while the other documented tools are mobile-only.help.ui.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Device discovery
- The Discovery view shows IP addresses and identifying information for devices on the local Wi-Fi network.help.ui.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Floorplan Mapper
- LiDAR-equipped mobile devices can record signal strength by location to visualize coverage and roaming behavior.help.ui.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- 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.trustpilot.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- 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.play.google.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: missing Apple TV app
- An Apple reviewer requested an Apple TV version to measure that device's wireless performance.apps.apple.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- 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.play.google.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: speed-test accuracy
- An Apple reviewer reported that WiFiman speed-test results are sometimes not very accurate.apps.apple.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: throughput confidence
- A Reddit user reported that WiFiman seemed accurate for signal strength but weaker for real throughput than a local OpenSpeedTest deployment.reddit.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Network information
- The app displays IP address, netmask, gateway, DNS server, SSID, BSSID, signal strength, channel, ping latency and packet loss.play.google.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- 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.play.google.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- 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.play.google.com · read 15 Oct 2026
The review
WiFiman is Ubiquiti’s free network utility for finding connected devices, checking wireless performance and reaching a UniFi network remotely. It is best for people who want network visibility on a phone, especially those already using UniFi equipment. The mobile app brings the broadest set of tools; desktop is limited to discovery and Teleport VPN.
Overview
WiFiman combines network discovery, connection checks and remote access without a subscription. On iOS and Android, it can measure speeds and, with a UniFi Gateway, monitor additional wireless conditions. Its desktop apps have a narrower role, so readers seeking a full desktop suite of wireless tools should look elsewhere.
Key features
- Speed and wireless measurements: The mobile app checks upload and download speeds over connected Wi-Fi or cellular. With a UniFi Gateway, it can also monitor signal strength, throughput, latency and roaming between access points. Those extra metrics provide a more useful view than a speed result alone, but require UniFi gateway hardware.
- Coverage mapping: Floorplan Mapper on LiDAR-equipped mobile devices records signal strength around different areas and visualizes Wi-Fi coverage and device roaming. It can help compatible-device owners understand variation across a space, but it is not a feature for phones without LiDAR.
- Device discovery: The Discovery tab displays IP addresses and other identifying information for devices connected to the Wi-Fi network. That makes WiFiman useful for seeing what is on a network, though desktop discovery is limited to UniFi devices.
- Teleport VPN: Teleport provides zero-configuration remote access to a UniFi network and uses WireGuard to encrypt traffic. Ubiquiti says it does not store user data. An invitation expires after 24 hours and can be used by one device at a time, and the feature requires a compatible UniFi gateway.
- Desktop availability: WiFiman Desktop supports UniFi Device Discovery and Teleport VPN only. Installers are offered for Windows x86-64 and ARM64, macOS Intel and Apple Silicon, and Linux AMD64. Its limited desktop scope makes it a companion for UniFi access rather than a substitute for the mobile app’s wireless tools.
Pricing
WiFiman is free, with no free trial because there is no paid plan to trial. The WiFiman plan costs nothing, billed Free. The mobile app is free and ad-free; desktop users get only UniFi Device Discovery and Teleport VPN. There are no paid tiers with additional seats or quotas, so the key trade-off is the narrower desktop feature set and Teleport’s gateway requirement, not a subscription cap.
Platforms
WiFiman is available for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS and Windows. Mobile has the fuller feature set, while desktop supports only UniFi Device Discovery and Teleport VPN. The Google Play listing says the app may share location and personal information, may collect personal information, app activity and app performance data, and encrypts data in transit. Support is available at [email protected].
Who it's for
Choose WiFiman if you want a free mobile utility for checking speeds, identifying devices or reviewing wireless conditions on a UniFi network. It is particularly useful for UniFi Gateway users who can access the additional wireless metrics and Teleport. It is a weaker fit for people who need broad wireless analysis from a desktop or want remote access without compatible UniFi hardware.
Pros and cons
- Pro: The mobile app combines speed checks, device discovery and wireless metrics at no cost, with no ads.
- Pro: LiDAR-based Floorplan Mapper can visualize signal strength and roaming across different areas.
- Pro: Teleport offers encrypted remote access using WireGuard without configuration.
- Con: The most detailed wireless metrics require a UniFi Gateway, and Teleport also depends on compatible gateway hardware.
- Con: Desktop omits the mobile app’s other listed features, limiting its value as a standalone analyzer.
- Con: Teleport invitations expire after 24 hours and work with one device at a time.
Alternatives
For a broader starting point, browse Wi-Fi Analyzer Software. NetSpot is a freemium alternative with a free plan and trial, and supports Android, iOS, macOS and Windows; its free edition is for personal and evaluation use on macOS and Windows. Parkdale is another free option for Android, macOS and Windows.
Vistumbler is free and open-source software for Android and Windows. WiFiAnalyzer is a free Android option. Airtool Pi is a paid iOS and macOS alternative at $14.99, paid once. Hamina Onsite is a paid option for iOS, macOS and web, with annual pricing starting at $590 a year. iBwave Wi-Fi Mobile is an Android subscription with a free trial, priced at $215 a month for 30 days. Sidos Cloud is a paid iOS and web option with a named-user plan at $468 a year.
Verdict
WiFiman is an easy recommendation for UniFi users who want free mobile speed checks, device discovery and wireless visibility in one place. The breadth of its mobile tools is its main draw; its narrow desktop scope and Teleport’s compatible-gateway requirement are the main reasons to choose another network utility.
