Comparison

TP vs Eshine

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

Head to head
About

TP

Effortlessly set up and manage your home mesh WiFi network. Control connected devices, implement parental controls, and enhance your network's security and performance directly from your smartphone.

Highlights
  • Easy step-by-step WiFi setup
  • Network speed and connection status checks
  • Device management and blocking
  • Parental controls for device access
  • 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

Eshine

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Control your Eshine smart bed through the mobile phone App

Screenshots

TP4 screens
Eshine4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Eshine at none against TP's 10. TP's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 16 months) and chart position (#105 vs unranked). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Eshine asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TP ships an update every 3 weeks, Eshine every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on November 14, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
TP versus Eshine: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTPEshine
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (88K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews92.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings88K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 16 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#105 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size256 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTP-Link Systems Inc.Qingdao Richmat Intelligence Technology Inc.

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

Eshine

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

TP

Subscriptions7
  • 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 trial$17.991 Year
  • Security+1 Month trial$35.991 Year
  • HomeShield Pro Yearly1 Month trial$54.991 Year
  • Total Security Package1 Year trial4 variants$129.991 Year
None

Eshine

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TP free?
TP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Eshine free?
Eshine is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TP or Eshine have ads?
Neither TP nor Eshine shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TP or Eshine?
TP ships an update every 3 weeks, and Eshine every 16 months. Most recently, TP was updated on November 14, 2026 and Eshine on November 12, 2026.

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