# Three vs EE

The clearest difference is ads: EE at none against Three's shown. EE also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Three's advantage is review sentiment (18% vs 10%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Three against 4.5 for EE. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 2.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 18% of Three's written reviews are positive against 10% of EE's.

Three ships an update every 2 weeks, EE fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Three | EE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/three/id393530266/reviews) | **[4.5 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ee-mobile-broadband-and-tech/id567457151/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **18.0% of reviews** | 9.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 193 MB | 376 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hutchison 3G UK Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/393530269) | [EE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/561959980) |

## What reviewers say

### Three

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/three/id393530266)

Easily manage your mobile and broadband plans. Track usage, view bills, top up accounts, and access exclusive offers. Set up and manage your broadband with helpful tools.

**Highlights:** View plan allowances and usage, Manage additional products, Access past bills and cost breakdowns, Top up Pay As You Go accounts, Set up and manage broadband, Access Three+ rewards, Live chat support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- ✨ Reliable service
- 💰 Good value
- 🌍 Excellent roaming coverage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔧 Buggy app
- 📶 Poor network coverage
- 🤖 Unhelpful customer service
- 💸 Overcharging issues
- 🔒 Security concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- App crashes frequently
- Inaccurate data usage tracking
- Inability to cancel add-ons

**Requested features**

- Add Apple Pay support
- Improve app stability and performance
- Provide better network coverage information
- Streamline account management features


### EE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ee-mobile-broadband-and-tech/id567457151)

Manage your mobile and broadband services, shop for new devices, and access exclusive rewards. Fine-tune your home WiFi, protect your family online, and get quick assistance from a digital helper. It's your all-in-one hub for staying connected and saving money.

**Highlights:** Manage EE accounts, Data Gifting, WiFi Controls, Parental Controls, Digital Assistant, Shop for devices, Tech insurance, Exclusive rewards

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient for checking usage
- 🚀 Useful for travel

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Limited functionality
- 🤔 Confusing navigation
- 🔄 Constant need to log in
- 🔄 Redirects to website too often

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Inability to top up or make payments
- Inconsistent data usage tracking
- Pairing problems with home devices

**Requested features**

- Allow dark mode
- Improve account management features
- Integrate more functionality within the app
- Provide better customer support options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Three free?

Three is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is EE free?

EE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Three or EE?

EE is rated higher. Three averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while EE averages 4.5 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do Three or EE have ads?

Three shows ads; EE does not.

### Which is updated more often, Three or EE?

Three ships an update every 2 weeks, and EE fortnightly. Most recently, Three was updated on September 22, 2026 and EE on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*