# TP vs Spark Local

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Spark Local at none against TP's 15. TP's advantage is chart position (#105 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | TP | Spark Local |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (86K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tp-link-deco/id1186159417/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **86K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 92.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | **#105** | — |
| Size | 497 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TP-Link Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713842892) | [Casey Morris](https://appshunter.io/developer/1692863233) |

## What reviewers say

### TP

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

**Currently charting:** #105 Top Grossing · Utilities, #125 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 (8)**

| 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 |
| Total Security Yearly | $159.99 | 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


### Spark Local

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spark-local/id6450326072)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TP free?

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

### Is Spark Local free?

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

### Do TP or Spark Local have ads?

Neither TP nor Spark Local shows ads.

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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.*