WLAN Pi Go – Wi-Fi 7 Packet Capture Powerhouse
Transform your packet capture setup with the all-new WLAN Pi Go — a compact packet capture adapter that can work with your desktop, laptop, phone, or tablet. It brings full Wi-Fi 7 packet‑capture capabilities wherever your Wi‑Fi troubleshooting takes you. Connect multiple units to your MetaGeek App for quicker response and increased visibility into your environment. WLAN Pi Go is also compatible with a variety of useful software solutions. You can even use the WLAN Pi API or shell access to integrate your own solution! Whether you’re diagnosing Wi-Fi network issues in the field, validating performance across multiple sites, or exploring the airwaves, the WLAN Pi Go enables and delivers professional-grade insights.
Key Features
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Capture any Wi-Fi Packet
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz or 6 GHz (Wi-Fi 7 up to 320MHz) support in monitor mode with Layer 2 frame capture—handshakes, beacons, auths—for detailed packet-level diagnostics. All current modulation techniques supported! -
Linux Powered with Customizable Software
WLAN Pi OS was custom configured by the WLAN Pi Team especially for the Go. This hardware also has the ability to run additional utilities via shell or API access. You can even write your own! -
Passive USB‑C Powered
Plugs into any USB‑C device—phones, laptops, iPads—no battery required. -
Magsafe Compatible
Mobile capture that sticks firmly to your mobile phone for a stealthy capture solution. -
Accessory Port
Specifically designed to hold the Wi-Spy Lucid for a stealthy packet capture and spectrum analysis solution. Software is coming soon!
Data Sheet
Designed by the WLAN Pi team with input from the community, the WLAN Pi Go is crafted to meet the real-world needs of Wi-Fi professionals — striking a balance of performance, portability, and flexibility. Built on an open, Linux-based software platform, the WLAN Pi Go is ready to grow with you: users and developers can create and add new applications, expanding features and functionalities beyond out-of-the-box capabilities.
Compatible Software
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MetaGeek App (Windows) real-time packet analysis, packet flow visualizations, client roaming troubleshooting, .pcap export
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Wireshark (Windows/macOS) to decode and analyze captures remotely
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Airtool 2 (macOS) remote packet capture with WLAN Pi Go as a capture source
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Airtool Pi (iOS)
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WLAN Pi App (iOS/Android)
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WiFi Explorer Pro (iOS/macOS/Windows) supports remote scanning via WLAN Pi Go
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Acrylic Wi-Fi site survey and heat maps for viewing Wi-Fi coverage.
What’s Included In The Box?
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WLAN Pi Go Wi-Fi 7 Packet Capture Network Analyzer
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Ruggedized Carry Case
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USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable
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USB Type A to USB Type-C Cable
Getting Started
You can find the Quickstart guide for WLAN Pi Go here as well as the User Guide here. EMI and safety reports can be found here.