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whyfi · v1.4.2,22 • auto-updates

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Menu bar Wi-Fi monitor and diagnostics app

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brew install --cask whyfi
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Trust Score 2/10
Open source +0
Active development +0
Licensed +0
Auto-updates +1
Not deprecated +1
New (<1yr) +0
Low installs +0

Version History

v1.4.2,22
9d ago1.2.2,141.4.2,22

Review

Mar 10, 2026

WhyFi is a macOS menu bar app designed to monitor and diagnose Wi-Fi issues, offering a quick solution for users experiencing connectivity problems. It provides real-time Wi-Fi status updates and suggests fixes, making it beneficial for users with frequent Wi-Fi troubles.

Monitors Wi-Fi status and diagnoses connectivity issues, offering potential solutions.

Maturity: The project appears stagnant with no updates since 2016 and limited community engagement.

Community: Minimal discussion on Hacker News and Reddit, with little user interaction or feedback.

Pros

  • + Convenient menu bar access for quick Wi-Fi diagnostics.
  • + Helpful for identifying and resolving common Wi-Fi issues.
  • + Open-source, allowing for potential community contributions.

Cons

  • - No updates since 2016, raising concerns about compatibility and security.
  • - Reliance on outdated libraries may cause instability.
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License
PythonLast commit: May 14, 2016

Community Mentions

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Feb 2018 WhyFi?
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