Spots is an excellent WiFi finder. What sets this app apart from others that I have tried is that you don’t need an Internet connection in order to find one. This $1.99 app has a frequently-updated internal database of thousands of free hotspots. Launching the app displays the closest ones in both a list and in a graphical map. Touching the map icons will highlight the corresponding item in the list.

Launching the item from the list displays the name, address, phone number, and the type of service. Quick links allow you to call and/or get directions.

The only thing I can conceivably think to add to the app us the ability to submit items to the database. I could see where this information may need to be verified or indicate that it is unverified, but it would really complement this application with something I have not seen elsewhere.

Overall, the app is very comprehensive and fills a need. My only concern us the price point. With free alternatives out there, some may balk at the $2 price tag for the interface. But, on the other hand, there is plenty of competition at that price point as well.

[Posted with iBlogger from my iPhone]