# TSLA Keyfob: Bluetooth Car Key — Phone & Watch Key, No Internet

> Bluetooth key for Tesla vehicles, offering remote control and status monitoring. (iPhone/iPad app by 治明 黄.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tsla-keyfob-bluetooth-car-key/id1673692238 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [治明 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435028200)
- Category: Utilities, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 56 App Store ratings · 40 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 38 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese and 12 more
- Released: 2023-03-22
- Data updated: 2026-10-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tsla-keyfob-bluetooth-car-key/id1673692238/reviews.md

## What is TSLA Keyfob?

Tesla Bluetooth key for iPhone and Apple Watch. Talks to your car directly over Bluetooth: no account sign-in, works without an internet connection.

BLUETOOTH KEY
• Pair with your vehicle key card and connect in seconds
• Lock / unlock, open the frunk, open or close the trunk and charge port, open or close doors (depending on model and equipment)
• Choose single tap, double tap or long press to avoid accidental actions
• See battery, range, cabin temperature, charging and climate status

WALK-AWAY LOCK & PROXIMITY UNLOCK
• With the app running in the background, iPhone unlocks as you approach and locks when you walk about 3 m away (doors and trunks closed, nobody inside)
• Turn each feature on or off separately in Settings

APPLE WATCH
• Standalone Watch app: pair and control right from your wrist
• Add it to your watch face for one-tap access

SIRI & SHORTCUTS
• Lock, unlock, open trunks, open the charge port or doors with Siri or Shortcuts

SUPPORTED VEHICLES
Tesla vehicles worldwide: every Model 3 and Model Y (Model S and Model X 2021 and later, subject to hardware support).

PURCHASE
New users get a free 12-hour trial. A one-time permanent purchase unlocks all features for good and supports Family Sharing.

## Key features

- Bluetooth car key
- Remote lock/unlock
- Frunk and trunk access
- Charge port control
- Vehicle status monitoring
- Walk-away lock/proximity unlock
- Apple Watch app
- Siri and Shortcuts integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TSLA Keyfob (permanent) | $6.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of TSLA Keyfob?

Reviews of TSLA Keyfob are mixed: the Utilities app is rated 3.9/5 from 56 App Store ratings. What users like most: ultra cool features, faster than Tesla app. Top complaints: very limited functionality, trial expires upon pairing. Summarized from real user reviews.

**Pros**

- 💡 Ultra cool features
- 🚀 Faster than Tesla app
- 👍 Works on Apple Watch
- 👍 Bluetooth connection faster than internet
- 👍 No internet latency
- 👍 Works without internet
- 👍 Convenient Summon function
- 👍 Can open doors with watch
- 👍 Good for daily runs without phone

**Cons**

- ⚠️ Very limited functionality
- ⚠️ Trial expires upon pairing
- ⚠️ Watch app shows trial expired
- ⚠️ Cannot sync with other cars
- ⚠️ Needs key to authorize app
- ⚠️ Limited to one vehicle
- ⚠️ Expensive for limited features

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Summon not working
- App requires update
- Unable to link to vehicle
- Pairing fails
- Watch app not installable
- Bluetooth not syncing
- Cannot connect to Bluetooth
- Cannot connect to vehicle
- Connection failed on watch
- App has lots of bugs
- Cannot connect to car's Bluetooth
- Watch trial expired
- App needs update for Summon

**Most requested features**

- Control air conditioner
- Add more than one Tesla
- Switch between multiple vehicles
- Incorporate standard Tesla controls
- Fix Siri command for trunk
- Change car model in app

## Is TSLA Keyfob safe?

TSLA Keyfob: Bluetooth Car Key appears mostly safe based on user ratings. The AppsHunter Safety Score for TSLA Keyfob is 76 out of 100. This assessment is based on 56 user ratings, with an App Store average of 3.9 out of 5. Of 56 App Store ratings, 75.0% point to a safe experience, 1.8% suggest some concerns, and 23.2% point to a risky experience.

## Is TSLA Keyfob legit?

TSLA Keyfob: Bluetooth Car Key appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for TSLA Keyfob is 78 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (10 of 40)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tsla-keyfob-bluetooth-car-key/id1673692238/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great Alternative to Tesla’s App

*2026-10-22*

I recommend this app to all Tesla owners. Thank you for the awesome update 🙏🏽

**Developer response:** Thank you so much! 🙏 Reviews like yours honestly make my day. I'm really glad the update is working well for you. If you ever have ideas or run into anything, feel free to reach out anytime. Enjoy the drive! ⚡️

### 1/5 — Requires an in-app purchase

*2026-10-12*

Doesn’t work without the  in-app purchase

### 5/5 — Montedar

*2026-09-17*

Great job

### 5/5 — Seamless!

*2026-07-17*

Very seamless ultra cool features you can’t get elsewhere. However very limited. Haven’t tried to sync it with my other cars that I have access to. Needs the key to authorize the app; but way easier than even getting a Tesla driver key!

### 5/5 — Tesla

*2025-10-18*

Tesla

### 5/5 — Request more function

*2025-10-14*

I would like to request control the air conditioner in the car

### 3/5 — App work well except

*2025-09-28, version 1.3.9*

I would pay for it if Summon worked. The app is working fine without Summon.
Probably remove Summon feature and reduce the price.

### 4/5 — 还不错

*2025-09-03*

需要进行更新，会出现无法链接车辆的问题

### 1/5 — Sarkawt

*2025-01-28*

Majid

### 1/5 — I can’t use it on my watch

*2025-01-04*

I purchased this app via my iPhone. I can use it via my iPhone as usual. But my Apple Watch shows the trial has expired,please complete the purchase in the mobile app first, and then restore the purchase through the watch. WHY?

## Frequently asked questions about TSLA Keyfob

### Does TSLA Keyfob have ads?

No, TSLA Keyfob does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and offers a one-time purchase to unlock all features permanently.

### What Tesla vehicles are supported by TSLA Keyfob?

TSLA Keyfob supports Tesla vehicles worldwide, including all Model 3 and Model Y. Support for Model S and Model X is available for 2021 models and later, depending on hardware.

### How long is the free trial for TSLA Keyfob?

New users receive a free 12-hour trial of TSLA Keyfob. This trial period begins upon pairing the app with your vehicle key card.

### Can I use TSLA Keyfob without an internet connection?

Yes, TSLA Keyfob utilizes Bluetooth to communicate directly with your Tesla, meaning it works without an internet connection. This eliminates internet latency for a faster experience.

### What functionality does the TSLA Keyfob Apple Watch app offer?

The Apple Watch app for TSLA Keyfob is standalone, allowing you to pair and control your vehicle directly from your wrist. You can add it to your watch face for one-tap access to features like locking and unlocking.

### How does the walk-away lock feature work in TSLA Keyfob?

With the app running in the background, TSLA Keyfob can automatically lock your Tesla when you walk approximately 3 meters away. This feature can be enabled or disabled separately in the app's settings.

### What is the user sentiment for TSLA Keyfob?

User reviews for TSLA Keyfob are mixed. Pros highlighted include its ultra-cool features, faster performance than the official Tesla app, and its ability to work on Apple Watch and without internet. Cons mentioned are limited functionality, the trial expiring upon pairing, and the cost for its features.

### Is TSLA Keyfob suitable for all ages?

TSLA Keyfob has an age rating of 4+. While the app itself is simple to use, it requires a compatible Tesla vehicle and a paired key card for authorization.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.1 — 2026-10-27

• Added Norwegian
• Minor improvements

### 2.1.0 — 2026-10-23

What's new in 2.1:
• Full support for iPhone Duo, on both the outer and inner displays, with the layout adapting instantly as you fold or unfold
• On the inner display, the control and purchase screens use a side-by-side layout so vehicle status and controls fit on one screen
• On large screens, Settings shows a sidebar menu with the content alongside
• Refined text sizes and spacing on the control screen so everything fits on smaller screens

### 2.0.0 — 2026-10-19

Version 2.0:
• Rebuilt as a native app for faster, more reliable connections
• Redesigned control screen and Apple Watch app with clear vehicle status
• Improved Siri Shortcuts
• Proximity unlock and walk-away lock can be turned on or off separately
• Step-by-step help when the vehicle key list is full
• Existing permanent purchases and trial records carry over
• Summon is not available in this version

### 1.3.9 — 2024-06-06

- Fix some known bugs

### 1.3.8 — 2023-12-31

- Fixed the problem of communication failure due to vehicle system update

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