Comparison

ezDevice vs RepeaterPhone

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

RepeaterPhone

Connect your mobile device to EchoLink or AllStarLink radio nodes, repeaters, and conferences. Features a push-to-talk interface, node directory search, and favorites for quick access. Supports Bluetooth headsets and includes a watch extension for convenient control.

Highlights
  • Push-to-talk interface
  • EchoLink/AllStarLink node connection
  • Node directory search
  • Favorite nodes
  • Bluetooth headset support
  • Watch extension control
Features
Currently charting
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Note: This app is for licensed Amateur Radio operators only. RepeaterPhone provides the ability to connect your mobile device to EchoLink or AllStarLink nodes, including repeaters and conferences. Push to talk today! You will need an account with either the EchoLink or AllStarLink networks. Please see https://www.echolink.org or https://www.allstarlink.org, respectively, for more details - Push-to-talk interface - Browse or search the directory for available nodes - Mark favorites with a star for quick access - Supports various audio devices, including Bluetooth headsets - Fully integrated into your phone's recent call system - Includes a watch extension for dialing favorites and controlling push-to-talk - Sharing your device with a licensed family member? Switch accounts easily

Screenshots

ezDevice4 screens
RepeaterPhone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RepeaterPhone at 71% against ezDevice's 11%. RepeaterPhone also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.1) and update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). ezDevice's advantage is price (Free vs $7.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement 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

ezDevice is free to download; RepeaterPhone costs $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RepeaterPhone holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 86 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of ezDevice's written reviews are positive against 71% of RepeaterPhone's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ezDevice ships an update every 6 weeks, RepeaterPhone weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
ezDevice versus RepeaterPhone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterezDeviceRepeaterPhone
PriceFree — better$7.99
Rating2.1 (28 ratings)4.4 (86 ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.1% of reviews70.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2886 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank—#42 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMega System Technologies Inc.Weston Bustraan

Customer experience

ezDevice

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

RepeaterPhone

All ratings86 ratings
Positive84.9%
Neutral4.7%
Negative10.5%
Written reviews58 reviews
Positive70.7%
Neutral10.3%
Negative19.0%

Bugs and requests

ezDevice

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

RepeaterPhone

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • Authentication failed on setup
  • App crashes with latest iOS
  • iPhone 16 Pro will not connect
  • Many Allstar nodes reject connection attempts
  • Crashes sometimes, interrupting calls
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  • Failed to load list of stations
  • Randomly disconnects
  • Hubs error out with 'Rejected: No authority found'
  • Crashes under iOS 17.6
  • App doesn’t work on Echolink
  • Connection closes when screen locks
  • Receive volume very low after iOS 16
  • Audio seems less than fully baked, low volume
  • Trying to change speakers mutes app
  • Private nodes stay keyed after unkeying
  • App reads 'Account not found'
  • Callsign beginning with a number times out at 45secs
  • Supermon stops reporting during local private node connection

Requested features

14 requests
  • DTMF presets on dial page
  • Apple CarPlay integration
  • CQ function inclusion
  • Organize nodes by location/group chat
  • See total people connected before connecting
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  • Search for nodes by location
  • More sorting for repeater list
  • Last heard map/list
  • Listen-only mode
  • Dialer for Allstar codes (*72 etc.)
  • Android app with PTT
  • Macros to hound and disconnect nodes
  • Map of AllStar node location
  • Adjustable mic level slider

In-app purchases

None

ezDevice

No in-app purchases

None

RepeaterPhone

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ezDevice free?
ezDevice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RepeaterPhone free?
RepeaterPhone costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ezDevice or RepeaterPhone?
RepeaterPhone is rated higher. ezDevice averages 2.1 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while RepeaterPhone averages 4.4 from 86 ratings.
Do ezDevice or RepeaterPhone have ads?
Neither ezDevice nor RepeaterPhone shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ezDevice or RepeaterPhone?
ezDevice ships an update every 6 weeks, and RepeaterPhone weekly. Most recently, ezDevice was updated on September 13, 2026 and RepeaterPhone on September 24, 2026.

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