# TP vs Alwatani

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TP at 92% against Alwatani's 28%. TP also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.1) and ratings volume (88K vs 747). Alwatani's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TP sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Alwatani asks for nothing beyond the download.

TP holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TP has 88K ratings behind it against 747, 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 28% of Alwatani's.

TP ships an update every 3 weeks, Alwatani every 5 days. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TP | Alwatani |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (88K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tp-link-deco/id1186159417/reviews)** | [3.1 (747 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alwatani/id1578670553/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **88K** | 747 |
| Positive reviews | **92.4% of reviews** | 27.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#116** | — |
| Size | 498 MB | 108 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TP-Link Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713842892) | [Earthlinktele](https://appshunter.io/developer/1156020479) |

## What reviewers say

### TP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tp-link-deco/id1186159417)

**Currently charting:** #116 Top Free · Utilities, #144 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Adv Parental Controls Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Security+ Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| HomeShield Pro Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Adv Parental Controls Yearly | $17.99 | per year |
| Security+ | $35.99 | per year |
| HomeShield Pro Yearly | $54.99 | per year |
| Total Security Package | $129.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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)

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Alwatani

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alwatani/id1578670553)

This application allows users to view their account details and monitor their data usage. It also provides a direct channel to contact the technical support team for assistance.

**Highlights:** Display account information, Learn about data usage, Contact technical support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy subscription renewal process
- 🎯 Convenient home-based service management
- 💳 Simplified electronic payment system
- 🎁 Useful rewards and discount programs
- 📱 User-friendly interface design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive price increases (20% tax passed to consumers)
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
- 🔌 Inconsistent internet connectivity and frequent disconnections
- ⏱️ Slow app performance and loading times
- 🚫 Persistent login and authentication issues

**Reported bugs**

- Login credentials showing as invalid despite correct information
- App crashes during payment transactions
- Password reset not resolving authentication issues
- App freezes on service request page
- Verification code (OTP) not being received

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option for app interface
- Edit personal account information after registration
- Display remaining subscription hours/minutes/seconds
- In-app wallet top-up functionality
- Simplified account registration without extensive documentation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TP free?

TP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Alwatani free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TP or Alwatani?

TP is rated higher. TP averages 4.9 out of 5 from 88K ratings, while Alwatani averages 3.1 from 747 ratings.

### Do TP or Alwatani have ads?

Neither TP nor Alwatani shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TP or Alwatani?

TP ships an update every 3 weeks, and Alwatani every 5 days. Most recently, TP was updated on November 7, 2026 and Alwatani on November 7, 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.*