wifi_flutter is a lightweight Flutter plugin designed exclusively for Android devices, enabling the retrieval of nearby Wi-Fi networks. It provides a simple API to scan and list available networks with minimal dependencies. Ideal for apps requiring network discovery or diagnostics, it operates efficiently without adding significant overhead. The plugin is maintained by weplenish.com and is open-source, hosted on GitHub.
Use cases
- Wi-Fi network scanning
- Network diagnostics
- Location-based services
- Device connectivity tools
- Network monitoring
Key features
- Android-only support
- Minimal dependencies
- Simple API
- Open-source
- Real-time network listing
Suitable for
- Android app developers
- Network-aware applications
- IoT device management
- Local network utilities
Considerations
- Limited to Android platforms
- Requires runtime permissions
- No iOS support
- Depends on device hardware capabilities
- May require background execution permissions