# T vs Microsoft Surface

T and Microsoft Surface both sit at 3.1 stars, but that hides the real split: 26% of Microsoft Surface's written reviews are positive against 16% of T's. Microsoft Surface also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.6). 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 — 3.1 for T against 3.2 for Microsoft Surface. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 87 and 159 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 16% of T's written reviews are positive against 26% of Microsoft Surface's.

T ships an update every 3 months, Microsoft Surface every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | T | Microsoft Surface |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (87 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/t-mobile-ip-relay/id542802329/reviews) | **[3.2 (159 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-surface/id1476329686/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 87 | **159** |
| Positive reviews | 16.4% of reviews | **25.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 15 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [T-Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/525560781) | [Microsoft Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/298856275) |

## What reviewers say

### T

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/t-mobile-ip-relay/id542802329)

This app enables individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, or have a Speech Disability to make and receive relay calls using text over the internet. It connects users with a qualified relay operator and offers features like an integrated contact list and call history.

**Highlights:** Text-based relay calls, Integrated contact list, Call history, Access to live customer care, Available on wireless networks

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accessible for DeafBlind
- 👍 Can save conversations
- 👍 Live operator accuracy
- 👍 App updated for easier call shifting
- 👍 Good for Spasmodic Dysphonia

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Lots of bugs
- 🐛 Calls get dropped
- 🐛 Fake number calls
- 🐛 App not updated
- 🐛 App broken, cannot make calls

**Reported bugs**

- App still has LOT of bugs
- Calls get dropped
- Line is busy error
- Hackers fake number calls
- App hasn't been updated

**Requested features**

- Ability to report spam callers
- Send words automatically as I type
- Add ability to block numbers
- Option to subscribe to spam call blocking service
- Make browser and app interfaces more similar


### Microsoft Surface

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-surface/id1476329686)

Manage and personalize your audio devices. Update firmware, view device information, and adjust settings like equalizer and volume. Connect and control devices, and access tutorials for assistance.

**Highlights:** Update earbuds and headphones, View and change device info, View battery and volume, Personalize settings, Change equalizer settings, Control connected devices, Reset devices

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎵 Excellent audio quality and crisp sound
- 🎚️ Useful EQ customization capabilities
- 📱 Smooth out-of-box setup experience
- 🔗 Hardware quality is solid
- ⚡ Quick app loading when functional

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App frequently fails to detect paired headphones
- 🔌 Constant connection and pairing issues
- 😤 Poor reliability and stability
- 🚫 App becomes completely broken after updates
- 🔐 Authentication and login failures

**Reported bugs**

- App stuck on scanning/searching for headphones
- Bluetooth connection drops during calls
- App won't recognize headphones even when paired
- Authentication hangs on 'Authenticating' screen
- Constant red light indicator issues

**Requested features**

- MacOS app support
- iPad landscape mode support
- Customizable gesture controls
- Better device switching between paired devices
- More EQ preset options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is T free?

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

### Is Microsoft Surface free?

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

### Which has better reviews, T or Microsoft Surface?

Microsoft Surface is rated higher. T averages 3.1 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while Microsoft Surface averages 3.2 from 159 ratings.

### Do T or Microsoft Surface have ads?

Neither T nor Microsoft Surface shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, T or Microsoft Surface?

T ships an update every 3 months, and Microsoft Surface every 2 months. Most recently, T was updated on October 5, 2026 and Microsoft Surface on October 16, 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.*