Optimize Your Wi-Fi Using NetSpot WiFi Analyzer App

Simply put, this is the network name. It's the same name you look for in the list of available connections on your phone or laptop.

This is the "passport" of a specific access point. It's a unique identifier (usually the same as the MAC address) that helps distinguish one router from another, even if they have the same name.

Measured in dBm (decibel milliwatts). It's all a matter of contradiction: the values ​​are negative, and the closer the number is to zero, the better. For example, -30 dBm is practically the ultimate in signal strength.

Shows how much stronger your network signal is compared to background noise. The higher this value, the more stable your connection.

The analyzer will tell you what frequency the router is using — 2.4 GHz (gives you better range but is usually crowded), 5 GHz (it faster and cleaner with moderate range), and 6 GHz (Wi-Fi 6E/7) (it typically the least congested and lowest-latency option, though it has the shortest range and struggles most with walls).

This is a very important feature. You'll see which channels in your home are overloaded by neighbors and which are empty. This visualization allows you to instantly determine which "lane" your router should be switched to to avoid bottlenecks.

Open or poorly secured networks are security holes. The app will highlight such vulnerabilities so you can take action promptly.

Not all brands are equally committed to protecting their devices. It's helpful to know the manufacturers of all routers that emit radiation nearby.

This is the level of interference from non-Wi-Fi devices, such as microwaves, baby monitors, Bluetooth speakers, and smart gadgets. These devices create an invisible "hum" that interferes with the internet.

Shows the standard used (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be). If the access point uses older protocols, it's not only slow, but also likely doesn't support modern data encryption standards.