Comparison

ezDevice vs CBW Mobile 2

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

Head to head
About

ezDevice

This app allows users to remotely monitor and manage internet connectivity for supported devices. It automatically reboots network equipment when internet loss is detected, saving time and effort. Users can also manually trigger reboots or schedule them for optimal network functionality.

Highlights
  • Automatic internet connection monitoring
  • Remote device reboot
  • Scheduled power cycling
  • Cloud account for device management
  • LAN and WAN device addition
Features
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The ezDevice APP is for device with UIS (Uninterrupted Internet System) or Auto Reset function. Currently supported device: MSNswitch2, ezOutlet5 and ezJack. Internet users at one time or another have experienced the pains of network loss. In most cases, this is resolved by rebooting the router which can be annoying and a pain if it involves a long drive to the site. In comes UIS devices. These devices are designed to monitor and automatically power-cycle it’s outlet when a network failure is detected. This is achieved by connecting the router’s power to the UIS device and have it check the internet connectivity. Majority of network disconnections can be resolved this way - saving both time, costs and headaches. The user can also check on the status and perform a manual reboot of the network device to ensure optimal functionality. UIS devices can also be configured to perform power on, off and reset at scheduled times. Setup is just a few simple steps; i. Install ezDevice APP and sign up for a free cloud account to centralize and manage your UIS devices. ii. Connect power and ethernet to UIS device. iii. Add UIS device to APP over LAN or WAN. iv. Enable UIS (Auto Reset) function – Done.

About

CBW Mobile 2

Remotely access and control your industrial devices and sensors from your smartphone. Create custom control panels, manage multiple devices, and monitor various inputs with ease. This app offers enhanced stability, security, and simplified device addition.

Highlights
  • Instant device access
  • Customizable control panels
  • Remote relay control
  • Sensor monitoring
  • App-locking security
  • Device settings import/export
Features
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CBW Mobile 2 is the latest edition of the ControlByWeb smartphone app. This version is more stable, secure, and makes adding devices easier than ever. This app is a simple, reliable way to remotely access your ControlByWeb devices from your smartphone. Add convenience and ease to your monitoring and control processes. Create customized control panels, manage single or multiple devices, and control remote relays with the swipe of a finger. ControlByWeb products are Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Cellular I/O devices with relays and inputs that can be used to remotely control and monitor industrial devices and sensors. ControlByWeb products can be used to remotely reboot computers, control gates, lights, motors, pumps, door locks, or just about any electrical device. They can monitor temperature, position, water level, flow, power, doors, motion, and much more. All of our products are stand-alone devices the work with or without a network connection. They have built-in web servers, so your phone or computer communicates directly with the device and not with a server somewhere else. Our optional ControlByWeb Cloud makes access on the web simpler but is not needed to remotely access your devices. CBW Mobile 2 is fully integrated with our cloud service and makes adding devices to your smartphone app even easier. App Features: • Instant access to all of your ControlByWeb devices • Custom buttons, labels, etc. for each device and its components (relays, inputs, sensors, etc.) • ControlByWeb Cloud integration • Custom control panels • Dark Mode support • App-Locking to prevent use from unauthorized users • Settings-Lock to prevent unauthorized changes to the control panels • Import & Export device settings App Updates: • Improved reliability • Add devices by IP address • Improved security • Better App-Locking and Settings-Lock Note: Installation of ControlByWeb products requires a basic knowledge of electronics and computer networking. In some cases, a Systems Integrator or licensed Electrician may be required. Many applications require additional components such as sensors or electrical devices.

Screenshots

ezDevice4 screens
CBW Mobile 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CBW Mobile 2 at 3.0 against ezDevice's 2.1. CBW Mobile 2 also leads on review sentiment (25% vs 11%). ezDevice's advantage is ratings volume (28 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

CBW Mobile 2 holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ezDevice has 28 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of ezDevice's written reviews are positive against 25% of CBW Mobile 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ezDevice ships an update every 6 weeks, CBW Mobile 2 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ezDevice versus CBW Mobile 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterezDeviceCBW Mobile 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.1 (28 ratings)3.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.1% of reviews25.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings28 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.114.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMega System Technologies Inc.Xytronix

Customer experience

ezDevice

All ratings28 ratings
Positive21.4%
Neutral10.7%
Negative67.9%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive11.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative88.9%

CBW Mobile 2

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

ezDevice

No in-app purchases

None

CBW Mobile 2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ezDevice free?
ezDevice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CBW Mobile 2 free?
CBW Mobile 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ezDevice or CBW Mobile 2?
CBW Mobile 2 is rated higher. ezDevice averages 2.1 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while CBW Mobile 2 averages 3.0 from 3 ratings.
Do ezDevice or CBW Mobile 2 have ads?
Neither ezDevice nor CBW Mobile 2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ezDevice or CBW Mobile 2?
ezDevice ships an update every 6 weeks, and CBW Mobile 2 every 2 months. Most recently, ezDevice was updated on October 17, 2026 and CBW Mobile 2 on September 24, 2026.

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