# TP vs GX Timer

The clearest difference is rating: TP at 4.9 against GX Timer's 4.0. TP also leads on ratings volume (88K vs 1) and chart position (#115 vs unranked). GX Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

TP holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TP has 88K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 92% of TP's written reviews are positive against 100% of GX Timer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TP | GX Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (88K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tp-link-deco/id1186159417/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gx-timer/id1600052896/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **88K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 92.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#115** | — |
| Size | 498 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TP-Link Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713842892) | [美琴 宋](https://appshunter.io/developer/1160294086) |

## What reviewers say

### TP

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

**Currently charting:** #115 Top Grossing · Utilities, #118 Top Free · 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


### GX Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gx-timer/id1600052896)

Control timing devices via Bluetooth for various training and exercise needs. Offers fast training, custom training, countdowns, stopwatches, and timed alarms. Configure functions and track exercise durations.

**Highlights:** Fast training timing, Custom training timing, Countdown timers, Stopwatch functionality, Timed alarms, Function configuration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TP free?

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

### Is GX Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TP or GX Timer?

TP is rated higher. TP averages 4.9 out of 5 from 88K ratings, while GX Timer averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do TP or GX Timer have ads?

Neither TP nor GX Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TP or GX Timer?

TP ships an update every 3 weeks, and GX Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, TP was updated on November 11, 2026 and GX Timer on November 3, 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.*