Comparison

Antenno vs TP

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Antenno

Connect with local authorities to receive important updates and report community issues. Get timely notifications about places and topics you care about, directly from verified sources. Easily submit reports and suggestions to help improve your local area.

Highlights
  • Receive local authority notifications
  • Report community issues
  • Get updates on relevant topics
  • Verified information sources
  • Simple, no-login interface
  • Proactive alerts
Features
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Antenno helps connect you with local authorities in your area that use the app, so you can be informed and get involved. Through Antenno you can receive up-to-date, relevant notifications for places and topics you care about. Each Antenno post shows the logo of the council or authority publishing it, so you know the source of the information. And if you spot a problem or have a suggestion, you can report this to authorities quickly and easily, helping to improve your community. The app is simple and easy to use. You don't need a login, and you don't need check the app for new information - Antenno lets you know when something comes up. Antenno is used by a growing number of councils and similar organisations. If you'd like know whether your region is on board, check with your council, or email the Antenno team at Datacom on antenno.support@datacom.co.nz.

About

TP

Easily set up and manage your mesh WiFi system with step-by-step guidance for optimal home coverage. Control connected devices, manage online activity, and enhance your network security from your smartphone.

Highlights
  • Easy setup with step-by-step instructions
  • Optimal placement suggestions for mesh units
  • Device connection management
  • Parental controls and content blocking
  • Guest network creation
  • Network performance testing
  • Smart home device integration
Features
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Welcome to the Deco App — the perfect way to set up your mesh WiFi in minutes and control your whole network. Our simple-to-follow guide walks you through the setup process and even gives you suggestions for whole home coverage. Once connected, you’ll have instant access to check every connected device, manage your kids’ online activity, and control your home network effortlessly. All from the palm of your hand. - EASY TO SET UP AND MANAGE • Quickly set up with step-by-step instructions • Find the best spots to place additional Deco units for maximum coverage • Control your WiFi network without turning on your computer • Check your connection status and network speed at a glance • Find out who or what is connecting to your network • Instantly block unwanted devices with a tap - PROTECT YOUR WIFI • Detect potential threats and receive warnings before things get serious • Create a guest network to give friends internet access while shielding your private network • Block unauthorized access and inappropriate content • Run network performance tests - FIND FAMILY TIME WITH PARENTAL CONTROLS • Set a time restriction and pause the WiFi on kids’ devices • Control when specific devices have WiFi access • Make room for more family time with Schedules - PRIORITIZE YOUR FAVORITE DEVICES QoS lets you choose which devices always have the fastest connections. Set a schedule to assign device priority for different times of the day. - KNOW EVERYTHING ABOUT YOUR NETWORK Detailed reports help you understand your home WiFi and everything connected. - CREATE YOUR SMART HOME Connect, control, and check the status of your smart cameras, plugs, and lights – all from the Deco app. Features available in Deco may vary by model and software version. Stay tuned for updates as we add new features and products to the Deco family! Privacy Policy: http://www.tp-link.com/en/privacy?app=deco#sec_a\ Term of Use: http://www.tp-link.com/en/privacy?app=deco#sec_b\ HomeShield Subscription Service Agreement: https://www.tp-link.com/homeshield/service-agreement/?app=deco Auto-Renewal Service Agreement: https://www.tp-link.com/homeshield/auto-renewal-service-agreement/?app=deco For more information about Deco, visit www.tp-link.com

Screenshots

Antenno4 screens
TP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TP at 92% against Antenno's 38%. TP also leads on rating (4.9 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (84K vs 1). Antenno's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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

Both are free to download. TP sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Antenno asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TP holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TP has 84K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of Antenno's written reviews are positive against 92% of TP's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Antenno ships an update monthly, TP every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Antenno versus TP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAntennoTP
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.9 (84K ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.5% of reviews92.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings184K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#94 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB497 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDatacom Solutions LimitedTP-Link Systems Inc.

Customer experience

Antenno

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive37.5%
Neutral8.3%
Negative54.2%

TP

All ratings84,095 ratings
Positive98.1%
Neutral0.7%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews7,633 reviews
Positive92.3%
Neutral2.4%
Negative5.3%

Bugs and requests

Antenno

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TP

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App frequently fails to find or connect to network
  • Devices not showing up correctly in app
  • Inconsistent performance after firmware updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to manually select Wi-Fi channels
  • Option to force device connection to specific frequency band
  • Scheduled reboots and automatic firmware updates
  • More detailed network analytics and diagnostics
  • Improved parental controls with content-based time limits

In-app purchases

None

Antenno

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

TP

Subscriptions8
  • Adv Parental Controls Monthly1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • Security+ Monthly1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • HomeShield Pro Monthly1 Month trial$5.991 Month
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  • Adv Parental Controls Yearly1 Month trial2 variants$17.991 Year
  • Security+1 Month trial$35.991 Year
  • HomeShield Pro Yearly1 Month trial$54.991 Year
  • Total Security Package1 Year trial5 variants$129.991 Year
  • Total Security Yearly1 Year trial$159.991 Year

Questions

Is Antenno free?
Antenno is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TP free?
TP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Antenno or TP?
TP is rated higher. Antenno averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while TP averages 4.9 from 84K ratings.
Do Antenno or TP have ads?
Neither Antenno nor TP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Antenno or TP?
Antenno ships an update monthly, and TP every 3 weeks. Most recently, Antenno was updated on September 8, 2026 and TP on September 25, 2026.

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