eero wifi system vs C3 Smart
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
eero wifi system
Easily set up and manage your home WiFi system. Enjoy fast, reliable internet throughout your home with automatic updates for improved performance and security. Manage devices, share your network securely, and control internet access for screen time.
- Easy setup in minutes
- Automatic software updates
- Remote network management
- Guest network sharing
- Internet access scheduling
- Device blocking
- eero Plus subscription
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The eero app allows you to easily set up and manage your eero WiFi system (sold separately). The world’s first home WiFi system, eero blankets your home in fast, reliable WiFi. eero stays new and gets better with frequent software updates, improving performance, while also bringing new features and security improvements. It’s simple to set up and easy to manage. With a network that expands as far as you need, you’ll finally be able to stream, work, and play, from every corner of your home — and from the backyard, too. eero features: - Setup in minutes - Automatic updates with new features, performance improvements, and the latest eero security standards - View and manage your network from anywhere - Easily and securely share your network with guests - Schedule or pause internet access to manage screen time - Block devices from using your network - eero Plus (sold separately) - a subscription service that includes advanced security, additional parental controls, and VIP access to our team of WiFi experts. It also includes a suite of online security solutions, including a password manager, antivirus software, and a VPN powered by Guardian. We want to hear your feedback. For any feature requests or thoughts on how we can improve, reach out at support@eero.com. By using this app, you agree to eero’s Terms of Service (https://eero.com/legal/tos) and Privacy Policy (https://eero.com/legal/privacy).
C3 Smart
Easily manage and operate your Codelocks Smart Locks with a user-friendly interface. Program settings, issue access, and generate time-sensitive codes. Stay informed with lock notifications and update firmware seamlessly.
- Program and edit lock settings
- Manage locks and clients
- Issue access and edit permissions
- Generate time-sensitive NetCodes
- Sync to locks via Bluetooth
- View lock audit data
- Remote unlocking (with WiFi Gateway)
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Managing and operating locks has never been easier. Featuring a simple and easy-to-use interface, the C3 Smart App provides flexibility and convenience for those using Codelocks Smart Locks. C3 Smart Key Features: - Program and edit lock settings - Manage locks and clients - Issue access and edit permissions - Generate time-sensitive NetCodes - Create Code Free periods - Sync to locks via Bluetooth - View lock audit data - Unlock remotely (compatible WiFi Gateway required) - View lock access notifications - Easy in-App firmware updates
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: eero wifi system at 4.8 against C3 Smart's 1.0. eero wifi system also leads on ratings volume (208K vs 3) and review sentiment (42% vs 20%). C3 Smart's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. eero wifi system sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. C3 Smart asks for nothing beyond the download.
eero wifi system holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: eero wifi system has 208K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of eero wifi system's written reviews are positive against 20% of C3 Smart's.
eero wifi system ships an update every 2 weeks, C3 Smart every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | eero wifi system | C3 Smart |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (208K ratings) — better | 1.0 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 42.0% of reviews — better | 20.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 208K — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #27 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 265 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | eero LLC | Codelocks International Ltd |
Customer experience
eero wifi system
C3 Smart
Bugs and requests
eero wifi system
Reported bugs
5 issues- App fails to detect network issues
- Devices disappear from network
- Inability to delete old/unused devices
- Inconsistent 2.4GHz/5GHz band steering
- Frequent app crashes and sync failures
Requested features
5 requests- Allow local web-based router management
- Provide more granular network controls
- Add option to schedule firmware updates
- Improve device management and renaming
- Enhance security and threat reporting
C3 Smart
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
eero wifi system
- eero Plus1 Month trial$9.991 Month
- eero Plus2 Months trial$99.991 Year
- eero for Business1 Month trial$199.991 Year
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- eero Plus100$199.991 Year
C3 Smart
No in-app purchases
