eduroam Apps
eduroam provides several apps through the Google and Apple app stores to make the use of eduroam more convenient.
eduroam Companion
The eduroam Companion app provides a global map of eduroam hotspots on your phone as provided by the eduroam operators worldwide. It allows you to view them on the map (default), get directions to the nearest eduroam access point or share the information to other apps.
geteduroam
The geteduroam app provides an easy way to set up your device for eduroam using the eduroam CAT profile for your organisation. More information about geteduroam is here.
Compatibility and Testing matrix
This matrix shows how the above apps have been tested with a variety of devices and their operating systems.
| App store | eduroam Companion | geteduroam | |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 5s (iOS 12.5.2) | Apple AppStore | Available; Full functionality | Available; Full functionality1 |
| iPhone 6s (iOS 13.1.3) | Apple AppStore | Available; Full functionality | Available; Full functionality1 |
| iPhone 8 (iOS 14.4.2) | Apple AppStore | Available; Full functionality | Available; Full functionality |
| Samsung A12 (Android 10) | Google Play | Available; Full functionality | Available; Full functionality |
| Samsung A40 (Android 11) | Google Play | Available; Full functionality | Available; Full functionality |
| Huawei P40 lite (EMUI 10; Android 10) - No Google Play | Huawei AppGallery | Not in AppGallery; | Available; Full functionality |
| OnePlus One (LineageOS 17; Android 10) | Google Play | Available; | Available; Full functionality |
| Nokia 1 (Android Go) | Google Play Go | Pending | Pending |
1 App displays an erroneous message, but configuration is successful. Check Wi-Fi Settings for connection
2 App requires Google Play Services, map not available. Sharing to Petal Maps possible.