Comparison

ASUS Router vs E

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ASUS Router

Effortlessly manage your ASUS router from anywhere. Monitor your network, set up guest access, and enhance security with advanced features. Optimize your Wi-Fi experience with remote control and comprehensive network tools.

Highlights
  • Remote router monitoring and management
  • AiMesh network setup and optimization
  • Parental controls with time scheduling and content blocking
  • Client device management with bandwidth limiting
  • Guest network creation and QR code sharing
  • VPN Fusion and VPN Server capabilities
  • AiProtection security features
Features
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The ASUS Router app unlocks the power to manage your network in just a few taps whenever you want, wherever you go. We are aiming to provide the best Wi-Fi and Internet-surfing experiences you have ever had with these comprehensive features. KEY FEATURES: *Router Monitoring and Remote Management *AiMesh ….….Add AiMesh node ….….AiMesh Network Topology ….….Network management and optimization ….….AiMesh node monitoring and customized settings ….….Full backhaul options *Parental Controls ….….Time scheduling ….….Content Block ….….Online/Offline schedule *Client Device Management ….….Safe Browsing ….….Bandwidth limiter ….….Block Internet access ….….Customizable device icon and nickname *Guest network ….….Create guest network ….….Share WiFi with QR code *More Features ….….Account binding ….….4G / 5G Auto Mobile Tethering ….….Port Status ….….VPN Fusion ….….VPN Server ….….AiProtection ….….Firmware Update ….….QoS ….….Mobile Game Mode ….….DNS settings ….….VPN clients ….….Wireless settings ….….Connect with Alexa ….….Google assistant ….….Router setting backup ….….IP Binding ….….WOL (Wake-on-LAN) ….….Port forwarding (RT models)/ OpenNAT (ROG Models) ….….Schedule Reboot ….….ASUS Notice ----- SUPPORTED MODELS - All ZenWiFi line up - All 802.11ax line up - All 802.11be line up - All ROG Rapture line up - All ROG Strix line up - All TUF Gaming line up - Lyra/Lyra mini/Lyra Trio/Lyra Voice (needs to be at least 3.0.0.4.384 version) - Blue Cave - RT-AC5300 - RT-AC3100 - RT-AC88U - RT-AC3200 - RT-AC2900 - RT-AC2600 - RT-AC2400 - RT-AC2200 - RT-AC87U/R - RT-AC86U - RT-AC85U - RT-AC85P - RT-AC65P - RT-AC57U - RT-AC68U/R/P/W/UF - RT-AC65U - RT-AC1900 - RT-AC1900P/U - RT-AC1750 - RT-AC1750 B1 - RT-AC66U/R/W - RT-AC66U B1 - RT-AC66U+ - RT-AC1300UHP/ G+ - RT-AC1200 - RT-AC1200G/HP/G+/ E/ GU - RT-AC58U - RT-AC56U/R/S - RT-AC55U - RT-AC55UHP - RT-AC53 - RT-AC52U B1 - RT-AC51U/ U+ - RT-ACRH17 - RT-ACRH13 - RT-N66U/R/W/C1 - RT-N18U - RT-N19 - RT-N14UHP - RT-N12E B1/C1 - RT-N12HP B1 - RT-N12VP B1 - RT-N12+ B1 - RT-N12D1 - 4G-AC53U - 4G-AC68U - Selected DSL models [Only supports router login and partial management functions. The QIS (Quick Internet Setup) process is excluded] -DSL-AX5400 -DSL-AX82U -DSL-AC68U -DSL-AC68R -DSL-AC52U -DSL-AC55U -DSL-AC56U -DSL-AC51 -DSL-AC750 -DSL-N17U -DSL-N16 -DSL-N16P -DSL-N16U -DSL-N14U -DSL-N14U_B1 -DSL-N55U_C1 -DSL-N55U_D1 -DSL-N12U_C1 -DSL-N12U_D1 -DSL-N12E_C1 -DSL-N10_C1 -DSL-N66U ----- UNSUPPORTED MODELS: -All Cable modem models ----- New features are consistently being added. Get excited for the ASUS Router App! ----- PLEASE NOTE: Some of the features are only available on supported models or firmware later than 3.0.0.4.388.xxxxx Please visit the official ASUS website to view the latest list of supported models.

About

E

Control and monitor Gema OptiStar 4.0 electrostatic coating equipment in real time. View and adjust coating parameters, track productivity data, and manage equipment configuration. Includes automated firmware updates and diagnostic reporting.

Highlights
  • Real-time equipment control
  • Coating parameter adjustment
  • Productivity data monitoring
  • Data export to PDF
  • Maintenance countdown timers
  • Automated firmware updates
  • Diagnostic data retrieval
Features
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With the useful functions of Gema‘s Electrostatic App you control and monitor your Gema OptiStar 4.0 equipment in real time: Application: All essential OptiStar 4.0 coating parameters are clearly visible on a Smart Device and can be directly adjusted and controlled. Designed for use with manual or automated Gema equipment. Line Management: View coating process productivity data on the device, and export the data in a PDF file. Important statistics and cost calculations from production are automatically generated. Maintenance countdown timers can easily be viewed at the touch of a button. Setup: With this function the configuration of the OptiStar 4.0 is defined. For automated equipment use, OptiStar 4.0 can be controlled as single device or in a group of control units. System information and diagnostic data are easily retrievable and can be sent via e-mail. The automated firmware update keeps your OptiStar 4.0 up to date.

Screenshots

ASUS Router4 screens
E4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ASUS Router at 43% against E's 0%. ASUS Router also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.7) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ASUS Router holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ASUS Router has 63K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of ASUS Router's written reviews are positive against 0% of E's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ASUS Router ships an update every 3 weeks, E every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ASUS Router versus E: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterASUS RouterE
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (63K ratings) — better2.7 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings63K — better7
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size261 MB108 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperASUSGema Switzerland GmbH

Customer experience

ASUS Router

All ratings62,928 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral2.9%
Negative7.9%
Written reviews2,029 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral9.7%
Negative47.4%

E

All ratings7 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

ASUS Router

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to delete offline devices
  • Parental control scheduling bugs
  • Remote connection issues after updates
  • Incorrect device traffic reporting

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add VPN management capabilities
  • Improve parental control flexibility
  • Provide historical network usage data
  • Allow more granular device management
  • Implement two-factor authentication

E

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

ASUS Router

No in-app purchases

None

E

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ASUS Router free?
ASUS Router is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is E free?
E is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ASUS Router or E?
ASUS Router is rated higher. ASUS Router averages 4.6 out of 5 from 63K ratings, while E averages 2.7 from 7 ratings.
Do ASUS Router or E have ads?
Neither ASUS Router nor E shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ASUS Router or E?
ASUS Router ships an update every 3 weeks, and E every 9 months. Most recently, ASUS Router was updated on October 14, 2026 and E on October 5, 2026.

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