# Magic Packet: WOL Wake-on-LAN

> Shutdown, restart, monitor

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1488937601](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1488937601)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1488937601`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Nikita Somenkov
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 4.50 / 5 (104 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.5.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-02
- **First published:** 2019-12-03
- **Size:** 38 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/magic-packet-wol-wake-on-lan/id1488937601)
- **Website:** [https://magicpacket.somenkov.ru/](https://magicpacket.somenkov.ru/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://magicpacket.somenkov.ru/policy](https://magicpacket.somenkov.ru/policy)

## Description

Magic Packet — wake, shut down, and restart computers over a local network or the Internet with a simple interface. Use cases include waking a PC for TeamViewer/VNC/RDP sessions, classroom management, starting a home server after power failures, and remote wake via Siri.

Features include Siri commands, Apple Watch support, interactive widgets, unlimited hosts, per-host customization with icons and colors, SecureON, ping/HTTP availability checks, and dark mode for comfortable use.

## Rankings

- #134,602 — Overall
- #61 — cmd+m (mac)

## Review summary

Users generally praise the app for its reliable WOL function, intuitive UI, Siri integration, and cross-device allowance with a one-time purchase. However, setup can be technically challenging and often requires configuring routers and a PC server for full power controls. Some users report instability after updates and changes to features, plus mixed guidance on onboarding. Overall, it's a solid WOL solution for tech-savvy users who want automation, but less ideal for those seeking a plug‑and‑play experience.

### Pros

- Reliable wake-on-LAN and remote wake across iPhone, iPad, and Mac once configured.
- Intuitive GUI and time-saving details like auto-formatting MAC addresses.
- Strong Siri shortcuts and home screen automation support.
- Cross-device compatibility and a one-time purchase value.
- Optional PC server enables full remote control (shutdown, sleep, reboot) when set up.

### Cons

- Setup can be complex, requiring networking knowledge and router port forwarding to work reliably.
- Full power-management features require installing and running a PC server; without it, capabilities are limited.
- Occasional bugs and instability after updates (timeouts, startup freezes, network issues).
- Some features changed or removed in updates, causing frustration with wake/controls and requiring workarounds.
- Inconsistent onboarding/docs; users want clearer step-by-step setup guidance.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1488937601)