Comparison

TP vs Connect IQ™ Store

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

Head to head
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

About

Connect IQ™ Store

Discover and download free apps, music streaming services, widgets, data fields, and custom watch faces to enhance your compatible smart devices. Manage all your downloaded content directly within the store.

Highlights
  • Download free apps
  • Music streaming integration
  • Personalize with widgets
  • Custom data fields
  • Custom watch faces
  • Manage downloads
Currently charting
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Your device with your apps — all in one place. The Connect IQ Store is where you can download free apps, such as Uber and SmartThings, for more functionality. Put music streaming services right on your watch for music on the go. Personalize your devices with widgets, data fields and even custom watch faces. Then, manage all your downloads in the store.

Screenshots

TP4 screens
Connect IQ™ Store4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TP at 92% against Connect IQ™ Store's 51%. TP also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.6) and ratings volume (87K vs 8.6K). Connect IQ™ Store's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15). On price, update cadence, ads and chart position 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. Connect IQ™ Store asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TP holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TP has 87K ratings behind it against 8.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of TP's written reviews are positive against 51% of Connect IQ™ Store's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
TP versus Connect IQ™ Store: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTPConnect IQ™ Store
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (87K ratings) — better4.6 (8.6K ratings)
Positive reviews92.4% of reviews — better50.8% of reviews
Number of ratings87K — better8.6K
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#128#93 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size498 MB181 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTP-Link Systems Inc.Garmin

Customer experience

TP

All ratings86,927 ratings
Positive98.1%
Neutral0.7%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews8,082 reviews
Positive92.4%
Neutral2.3%
Negative5.3%

Connect IQ™ Store

All ratings8,590 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral1.0%
Negative6.2%
Written reviews1,897 reviews
Positive50.8%
Neutral7.3%
Negative41.9%

User reviews

TP

From 87K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy setup
  • 🚀 Excellent coverage
  • 🚀 Reliable connection
  • 👍 Intuitive app
  • 👍 Useful features (parental controls, guest network, etc.)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues (devices disconnecting, app not finding network)
  • 🐛 Unreliable app performance (slow, crashes, bugs)
  • 🔒 Security concerns (lack of password protection, device authentication)
  • 💡 Limited customization options (channel selection, device prioritization)

Connect IQ™ Store

From 8.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Tracks calories, stress, sleep score
  • 👍 Revolutionized knowledge of daily health
  • 👍 Reduced migraine frequency
  • 👍 Improved sleep quality
  • 👍 Awesome watch faces and apps

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues with watch
  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
  • 🐛 Difficult to uninstall watch faces and apps
  • 🐛 Slow downloads and syncing
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes frequently

Bugs and 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

Connect IQ™ Store

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Bluetooth connectivity issues
  • Watch faces not installing properly
  • Syncing and download problems
  • Crashing and freezing on launch
  • Incompatibility with newer devices

Requested features

8 requests
  • Smoother integration with MyFitnessPal
  • Ability to save progress pics with weigh-ins
  • Filter by device compatibility in app store
  • Separate free and paid watch face sections
  • Ability to remove unwanted watch faces/apps
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  • Habit/goal setting app integration
  • Enlarged digital time display option
  • Custom watch face hand color display

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
None

Connect IQ™ Store

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TP free?
TP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Connect IQ™ Store free?
Connect IQ™ Store is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TP or Connect IQ™ Store?
TP is rated higher. TP averages 4.9 out of 5 from 87K ratings, while Connect IQ™ Store averages 4.6 from 8.6K ratings.
Do TP or Connect IQ™ Store have ads?
Neither TP nor Connect IQ™ Store shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TP or Connect IQ™ Store?
TP ships an update every 3 weeks, and Connect IQ™ Store every 3 weeks. Most recently, TP was updated on October 29, 2026 and Connect IQ™ Store on October 29, 2026.
Which is more popular, TP or Connect IQ™ Store?
TP currently peaks at #128 in the App Store charts, and Connect IQ™ Store at #93. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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