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It allows remote MikroTik management from the billing panel and integrates with M-Pesa and other local gateways for automated payments.
You can use a branded captive portal to sell vouchers, set speed plans, and manage client logins. The system also provides real-time reports on revenue, usage, and active clients.
New users get a 14-day trial, support is available on WhatsApp, and the company has offices at the I&M Bank Building, Upper Hill, Nairobi.
It is commonly used by small WISPs, estates, and cafés that need simple voucher management and automated account control. The platform integrates with M-Pesa for payments and can automate suspensions and reconnections.
It comes with a captive portal where operators can brand login pages, set speed limits, and define expiry times for vouchers.
Reporting tools show daily revenue, active clients, and bandwidth use. CloudTik runs fully online, so operators can manage networks from anywhere without setting up their own servers.
What to check: M-Pesa or local payment hooks, SMS gateway options, and how easy it is to brand the portal. Also confirm backup and restore steps so you don’t lose user data.
Best for: Small to mid-size operators seeking an integrated panel for daily billing and routine router tasks.
Key features: MikroTik and Ruijee/Reeye router compatibility, M-Pesa payment options, SMS gateway support, API or webhook availability, backup and restore procedures, and SLA for uptime and support.
The product targets small and mid-size WISPs that need straightforward billing workflows and local payment handling.
Key Features: captive portal branding and templates, voucher and subscription plans, MikroTik integration, M-Pesa payment options, basic reporting for revenue and active clients. Exact M-Pesa flows supported, whether STK push, paybill and till are available, SMS gateway options, multi-site management limits, backup and restore procedures, SLAs for uptime and support, pricing model and hidden fees.
Cast your vote here: https://forms.gle/TeXCuziJagUfSxkw9.
Live polls also run in the WiFi Mtaani WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/EBcoJ7oXbmDCGPV5m8FvgC
Monthly results are published here with cumulative figures, and current numbers are preliminary.
Centipid
Centipid is a Kenyan billing platform that supports both Hotspot and PPPoE.It allows remote MikroTik management from the billing panel and integrates with M-Pesa and other local gateways for automated payments.
You can use a branded captive portal to sell vouchers, set speed plans, and manage client logins. The system also provides real-time reports on revenue, usage, and active clients.
New users get a 14-day trial, support is available on WhatsApp, and the company has offices at the I&M Bank Building, Upper Hill, Nairobi.
CloudTik
CloudTik is a cloud-hosted billing system built for Hotspot and PPPoE networks.It is commonly used by small WISPs, estates, and cafés that need simple voucher management and automated account control. The platform integrates with M-Pesa for payments and can automate suspensions and reconnections.
It comes with a captive portal where operators can brand login pages, set speed limits, and define expiry times for vouchers.
Reporting tools show daily revenue, active clients, and bandwidth use. CloudTik runs fully online, so operators can manage networks from anywhere without setting up their own servers.
FreeISPRadius
I have seen FreeISPRadius used a lot by small WISPs and hotspot operators recently. It’s a lean, Radius-first billing tool that keeps things simple: captive portal or voucher access, session control, and basic reporting. I like it when I need something that just works without a heavy CRM layer.What to check: M-Pesa or local payment hooks, SMS gateway options, and how easy it is to brand the portal. Also confirm backup and restore steps so you don’t lose user data.
ISPMan
ISPMan is a cloud-based WISP billing and network management platform that supports hotspot and PPPoE deployments. It provides user management, automated connect and disconnect workflows, and reporting for active clients and revenue.Best for: Small to mid-size operators seeking an integrated panel for daily billing and routine router tasks.
Key features: MikroTik and Ruijee/Reeye router compatibility, M-Pesa payment options, SMS gateway support, API or webhook availability, backup and restore procedures, and SLA for uptime and support.
LipaNet (Lipanet)
LipaNet is a Kenya-focused billing platform for Hotspot and PPPoE networks, with built-in support for captive portals, voucher sales, and mobile money payments.The product targets small and mid-size WISPs that need straightforward billing workflows and local payment handling.
Key Features: captive portal branding and templates, voucher and subscription plans, MikroTik integration, M-Pesa payment options, basic reporting for revenue and active clients. Exact M-Pesa flows supported, whether STK push, paybill and till are available, SMS gateway options, multi-site management limits, backup and restore procedures, SLAs for uptime and support, pricing model and hidden fees.