How to distinguish between an original Alfa WiFi device and a fake/counterfeit one?

The Alfa WiFi signal receiver is one of the most popular devices among young people in Arab markets, due to its high signal reception strength and compatibility with many programs used for testing wireless network security.

Unfortunately, counterfeit Alfa devices have spread in the Arab market at lower prices, which leads many people to buy them quickly without realizing they are not genuine. Later, they discover that the device they own is just a fake copy!


In this article, I would like to share with you some important differences between an original Alfa WiFi device and a counterfeit one.

In addition to what was explained in the video, you should pay attention to the price: the original device costs around 350 Moroccan Dirhams as of the time this post was written.

When connecting an Alfa WiFi device to your computer, the network card used should be of the RealTek brand, not any other brand.

Also, the original device always has a sticker that includes the MAC address and the Serial Number, which is important to verify the device’s authenticity..


As for the fake or counterfeit Alfa WiFi, it does not have any information on it, and the sticker is usually missing.


For the original Alfa WiFi detector, it is very clear, whereas the counterfeit Alfa WiFi detector is completely different and unclear.


Additionally, after purchasing a non-original Alfa and connecting it to the computer, the network card must be of the RealTek brand.