SURFboard Central vs E
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SURFboard Central
Simplify the setup and management of your home network devices. This app provides step-by-step installation guides, Wi-Fi configuration, and network monitoring for various modems, routers, and mesh systems.
- Step-by-step device installation guides
- Wi-Fi network configuration and management
- Guest network setup
- Client device monitoring
- Parental controls and screen time management
- Network health monitoring
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Thank you for purchasing a SURFboard product! Simply download this application, select the device model, and follow the on-screen instructions to setup your device. This single (Central) mobile application will support all our current SURFboard devices. Cable Modems: - Models: S33, S34, SB6141, SB6121, SB6183, SB6190, SB8200, SBV3202, SBV2402, T25. - Step-by-step install guide includes help for device activation by your Cable Internet Service Provider. - Access to device information, help, and technical support. - Quick launch the device Web Application for device configuration and management. Cable Modems with Wi-Fi: - Models: G18, G20, G34, G36, G54, SBG10, SBG6950, SBG7400, SBG7580, SBG7600, SBG8300 - Step-by-step install guide includes help for device activation by your Cable Internet Service Provider. - Access to device information, help, and technical support. - Use the device Web Application OR the mobile app for device configuration and management. - Easy to use Wi-Fi management functions. mAX Wi-Fi Mesh Routers: - Models: W11, W121, W122, W21, W30, W31, W61, WC4S, WC4T - Step-by-step install guide includes help for optimal mesh node placement in your home for performance and coverage. - Easy to use Wi-Fi management and enhanced mAX features*. Wi-Fi Gaming and Extenders: - Models: W6B, W6U - Step-by-step install guide. - Access to device information, help, and technical support. - Quick launch the device Web Application for device configuration and management. --- Easy to use Wi-Fi management functions --- - Manage your Wi-Fi network when you are at home or away. - Setup a private and secure home Wi-Fi network. - Setup a separate Guest network for visitors. - View client devices connected to your network. - Add friendly names for each client device. - Check your mobile device real-time Wi-Fi speed. - Create profiles for your kids to manage their screen time, allowing schedule or manual Internet pause. --- Enhanced mAX features --- - Get notified when selected device leave or join your home network. - Enhance your parental controls with "screen" time rewards. - Network Health monitoring with recommendations for optimization. For additional help, please visit the SURFboard User Community at https://community.surfboard.com/ For device technical details and support, please visit SURFboard Support at https://www.surfboard.com/support/resources/ * Not all enhanced mAX features are available on W61, WC4S, and WC4T
E
This app controls a multi-functional E-life device. It simulates sunrise and sunset for better sleep, acts as a Bluetooth speaker, and offers customizable night light modes. Wake up gently and relax with ambient sounds.
- Sunrise alarm simulation
- Bluetooth speaker functionality
- 15 built-in sleep aid sounds
- Sunset simulation for relaxation
- Customizable night light modes
- Easy device setup and control
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Better products for better life. The app is designed for E-life device, allows you to set up and use the E-life easily. E-life Alarm Clock simulates sunrise light to wake up you gently and naturally. This four-in-one device packs cool features you need in every day, including: - Sunrise Alarm: simulates sunrise light that gradually brightens before your alarm sounds, gently waking you up. - Bluetooth Speaker: Connects the smartphone Bluetooth, it's a Bluetooth speaker. You can enjoy premium sounds through this device. - Sleep Sound Machine and Sunset Simulation: Built-in 15 sleep aid sounds, and simulated sunset light gradually dim to dark, to help you relax and fall asleep peacefully. - Night Lights: 5 light modes and a variety of light colors you can choose, to create a mood any time. No need to register an account to use this APP. This app is only for easily controlling and using the E-life device.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: SURFboard Central at 1.5K against E's 17. SURFboard Central also leads on rating (1.6 vs 1.4) and review sentiment (11% vs 0%). E's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SURFboard Central holds the better App Store score, 1.6 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SURFboard Central has 1.5K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of SURFboard Central's written reviews are positive against 0% of E's.
SURFboard Central ships an update every 2 months, E every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SURFboard Central | E |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.6 (1.5K ratings) — better | 1.4 (17 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 10.5% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.5K — better | 17 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 10.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 193 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ARRIS Group, Inc. | 师松 梁 |
Customer experience
SURFboard Central
E
Bugs and requests
SURFboard Central
Reported bugs
5 issues- App crashes frequently
- Fails to connect to network
- Incorrect device information displayed
- Parental controls don't work as expected
- Unable to change network name or password
Requested features
4 requests- Add more advanced configuration options
- Improve parental controls and internet scheduling
- Provide a web-based interface instead of just a mobile app
- Allow users to bypass the app and access router settings directly
E
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SURFboard Central
No in-app purchases
E
No in-app purchases
