iTether vs MyWi

iTether — iTether is a tethering app that allows you to use your iPhone's cellular data connection to provide internet access for other devices like laptops or tablets. It sets up a personal hotspot using your

MyWi — MyWi is a wireless tethering app that allows you to create a personal WiFi hotspot using your iPhone's cellular data connection. It lets you share your phone's internet access with other devices like

iTether offers Allows tethering via USB, Bluetooth or WiFi, Works on jailbroken and non-jailbroken iPhones, Provides internet access to other devices like laptops and tablets, Allows setting data usage limits and restricting bandwidth, Includes password protection and encryption, while MyWi provides Create personal WiFi hotspot using iPhone's cellular data, Share internet access with other devices like laptops, tablets, and game consoles, Supports various connection modes (USB, Bluetooth, and WiFi), Customizable hotspot name and password, Bandwidth control and data usage monitoring.

Feature	iTether	MyWi
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Network & Admin	Network & Admin

Product Overview

iTether

Description: iTether is a tethering app that allows you to use your iPhone's cellular data connection to provide internet access for other devices like laptops or tablets. It sets up a personal hotspot using your iPhone's data plan.

MyWi

Description: MyWi is a wireless tethering app that allows you to create a personal WiFi hotspot using your iPhone's cellular data connection. It lets you share your phone's internet access with other devices like laptops, tablets, and game consoles.

Key Features Comparison

iTether Features

• Allows tethering via USB, Bluetooth or WiFi
• Works on jailbroken and non-jailbroken iPhones
• Provides internet access to other devices like laptops and tablets
• Allows setting data usage limits and restricting bandwidth
• Includes password protection and encryption
• Supports tethering multiple devices at once

MyWi Features

• Create personal WiFi hotspot using iPhone's cellular data
• Share internet access with other devices like laptops, tablets, and game consoles
• Supports various connection modes (USB, Bluetooth, and WiFi)
• Customizable hotspot name and password
• Bandwidth control and data usage monitoring
• Automatic reconnection after device sleep or network changes
• Support for multiple simultaneous connections

Pros & Cons Analysis

iTether

Pros

• Easy to set up and use
• Reliable tethering connection
• No need to pay carrier tethering fees
• More flexible than built-in tethering options
• Can be used without jailbreaking

Cons

• Requires monthly or yearly subscription
• Drains iPhone battery faster
• Not officially supported by Apple
• Can use up monthly data allowance quickly

MyWi

Pros

• Allows tethering without carrier restrictions or additional fees
• Reliable and stable connection
• Convenient for accessing internet on other devices
• Customizable settings for better control
• Supports various connection methods

Cons

• Requires jailbroken iPhone
• May drain iPhone's battery faster
• Potential legal issues in some regions due to carrier restrictions
• Requires additional setup and configuration

Pricing Comparison

iTether

• Subscription-Based

MyWi

• One-time Purchase