NETGEAR Mobile

Name: NETGEAR Mobile
Rating: 3.6346154 (9233 reviews)
Author: NETGEAR, Inc

By: NETGEAR, Inc App

The official app for managing your NETGEAR Mobile Hotspot.

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

1,002,177 ▲ 398

Data as of 2026-08-03

Rating:

3.63 +2

(9,233)

Version:

7.18.2311.208

Last updated: 2024-01-19

Ranking

#67,253 ▼ 32

Overall

Features & Capabilities

The NETGEAR Mobile App is the official tool for managing your NETGEAR Mobile Hotspots effortlessly. It allows you to track data usage, monitor connection strength, battery life, and view connected devices in real-time. For M1 Nighthawk users, you can stream and view media directly from your hotspot. Additionally, the app offers features like rebooting your hotspot, configuring APN settings, and managing SMS messages on supported models.

Compatible with a wide range of NETGEAR mobile hotspots including the Nighthawk M1 Mobile Router, AT&T Unite series, Telstra Mobile Wi-Fi devices, Verizon Jetpack LTE, and several AirCard models. Note that this app does not support NETGEAR desktop routers, Sprint hotspots, or USB modems. For support, users can contact aircardapp_support@netgear.com directly.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Communication

By:

NETGEAR, Inc

Downloads:

1,002,177 398

Rating:

3.63

(9,233) 2 new ratings

Version:

7.18.2311.208 Last updated: 2024-01-19

Version code:

208

Creation date:

2011-08-22

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE Very high risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.GET_TASKS Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE Low risk
android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED Low risk

Size:

12.73MB

Email:

ai*****@netgear.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-03

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 67,253 ▼ 32

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Contact the developer

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Developed by:

NETGEAR, Inc

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sierrawireless.mhswatcher

Email:

ai*****@netgear.com

Website:

http://www.netgear.com/mobileapp

User Reviews

User reviews show the app is useful for basic network visibility and control, but most feedback centers on reliability issues. The top concerns include login/authentication problems and password changes, update-related crashes and lost connectivity, and limited functionality such as not being able to restart the router or enable notifications. Many users also complain about a dated UI, lack of dark mode, and random logouts. Compatibility gaps appear too, with some devices not supported or requiring default IP access. A few users report it works fine for simple tasks, but overall reliability is inconsistent.

Pros

Provides visibility into the network with a device list and basic status.
Easy to navigate.
Allows basic control of Netgear routers.
Generally works for everyday tasks.

Cons

Login/authentication issues: password problems and sign-in failures.
Update-induced instability: app stops working or cannot connect after updates.
Limited functionality: cannot restart the router from the app; notifications disabled; remote management unreliable.
Poor UI/UX and lack of updates: ugly design, no dark mode, random logouts, infrequent updates.
Device compatibility gaps: some routers unsupported; m7 pro not supported; non-default IP connectivity issues.