Fing - Network Tools
Find who's on Wi-Fi, intruders, hidden cameras and vulnerabilities
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4.38
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Incredibly helpful for diagnosing network issues
- Fast and efficient for spotting IP addresses on local networks
- Was once a reliable and dependable app
Cons
- Introduction of paywalls and subscription models limiting scans
- Loss of features and functionality over time
- Inadequate support for Ethernet connections and IPv6
- App is bloated and confusing to use with recent updates
- Poor handling of device identification and data refresh
Most mentioned
- Greed and commercialization of the app
- Paywall restrictions and subscription requirements
- Deterioration of app functionality and usability
- Shifting away from what was once a useful tool
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| Date | Author | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-10-06 |  | | Descended into greed. Was once a great and useful app. Now they will only let you use it if you subscribe -- which is extra stupid since it is a LAN app, not an online service. It's only a matter of time before someone develops a replacement app and offers it for free. Then Fing will die and fade away. That's what they get for trying to squeeze money out of users |
| 2024-10-04 |  | | I haven't used this app in months. Now when i actually need to use it i hit a paywall. Wait for a "cool down" or pay $2.99. no thanks, deleting this. This app has no support for Ethernet connections, only wifi. There are many Android devices that have Ethernet ports or with modern smart phones you simply connect a USB type C to Ethernet adapter. |
| 2024-09-10 |  | | Incredibly helpful tool Invaluable for diagnosing network issues on the fly or on location. A must have for any tech! Update: used to be helpful... Now if you need to scan more than 3 times a day you need a subscription. I Use the app on my own Network less than 5 times a year to troubleshoot issues. Doesn't justify a subscription. Unfortunately this app is useless to me now. |
| 2024-09-05 |  | | I once done loved this app...no more! It was my go-to mobile network app to check network and devices. It was free, but now if you want to refresh network status, you have to upgrade. Not buy the app in store...monthly subscription - "you'll never own it and like it" business model. Deleting immediately after this rating. |
| 2024-09-02 |  | | Update newest.... App keeps getting worse with every update. It's bloated and confusing to use. Now they are limiting network scans which is ridiculous if you are having trouble getting a device found and connected. Wait days to rescan. 100% useless. It appears greed is the creator's new thing. $2.99 a month? Really? How about $3.99 once? I have moved on to another apps. Again this one is bloated and useless unless you make the creator rich. |
| 2024-08-03 |  | | This used to be one of the best networking apps out there for the Android however recently and I'm assuming they have been purchased by another company... You're only allowed to scan your network once every 8 hours. I guess they're sending stuff out to the net and sharing your personal data and your network data. Really disappointed in what this has become. I'm not paying anything where I could just use nmap. Deleted and blocked |
| 2024-08-02 |  | | This app was great for years, and then they started taking away features and functionality, and thought that would make us want to give them money. Honestly I'd probably pay a one time fee but it's not worth a subscription. The final straw was that they stopped showing mac addresses, even in the paid version. There are plenty of other free apps (with ads) that do this now. It's a shame because this use to be a great product. |
| 2024-07-29 |  | | Limiting the number of scans definitely speaks to direction the company is headed in and what they will prioritize in the future. Reminds me of teamviewer. Started off as an excellent and reliable tool, but gradually turned into a bloated, buggy, and paywalled piece of software more focused on sales numbers than usability and usefulness. |
| 2024-07-22 |  | | Used this app once in a blue moon to spot check things but limiting the amount of local network scans and asking to pay to get 'priority access' to use something that was previously free is not acceptable. Especially when attempting to troubleshoot something. Next time offer a paid for service for additional/improved features instead. Was great, now it's not worth it. If this continues, then goodbye app. |
| 2024-07-18 |  | | I use this whenever I need to figure out a devices ip on my local network. I love how fast it is. Edit: It's 2024 and things have changed. A lot. New restrictions imposed on Google's behalf, and now Fing's features all feel like they're behind a pay wall. I need a cool down before I can refresh scanning my network??? Get out of here with that bullsh*t. I used to like this app but not anymore. It was good while it lasted. |
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