Comparison

Meross vs TP

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

Head to head
About

Meross

Control and manage a wide range of smart home devices remotely. Set schedules, create custom scenes, and integrate with voice assistants for automated control. Access troubleshooting guides, firmware updates, and community forums for support.

Highlights
  • Remote device control
  • Custom schedules and scenes
  • Voice assistant integration
  • Firmware updates
  • In-app hardware guides
  • Consumer forum
Features
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Meross app can help you set up and manage smart WiFi bulb, plug, switch, garage door opener, thermostat, air purifier, sensor, humidifier and so on. Meross app offers you special value that other platform apps can not offer such as in-app hardware guide and troubleshooting, in-app setup guide and dedicated troubleshooting, firmware update, cloud service maintenance notice, digital user manual, consumer forum, and new product release information. With Meross app, you can 1. Turn on and off your devices remotely from anywhere with internet. 2. Set schedules and scenes for your devices so that they can run automatically as you wish. 3. Link your devices to your voice assistant platform. 4. Check and update your devices to the latest firmware. 5. Share great product experience with others and discuss about how to use products in Forum. 6. Find information about special offer and new product release. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TP

Manage and control your smart home devices, including cameras, plugs, and lighting, from a single app. Monitor your home in real-time, automate routines with Smart Actions, and enjoy hands-free voice control. Enhance your home's security and convenience with intelligent features.

Highlights
  • Remote device control
  • Real-time status monitoring
  • Instant notifications
  • Smart Actions automation
  • Voice control integration
  • Device sharing
Features
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Set up, manage, and control Tapo home security cameras, smart plugs, smart lighting, and more – all from the Tapo app. Tapo aims to help you live a smarter, easier, and more secure life. - Control from Afar Quickly and easily connect and control all your devices from a single tap, no matter where you are! Organize your devices across Homes and Rooms with ease. Group your devices for batch control. You can also share devices to your friends or family members to control together. - Know what’s going on Get the status of your devices in real time. Understand what’s going on at home at a glance, and get instant notifications. Intelligent features in the Tapo home security cameras let you tune into the action live, record important moments, talk to your pets, and scare away intruders. *Get up to 30 days of cloud video history and enjoy AI detections with Tapo Care (subscription service) for Tapo home security cameras. - Automate your home with Smart Actions Make your Tapo devices work around your daily routine. Have your lights gently wake you up in the morning or turn off all your home devices when you leave home. Custom Smart Actions give your home that level of intelligence in a snap. - Hands-free Voice Control Use your voice to control your Tapo devices via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri or your favorite smart assistant. Simple voice commands let you turn on/off devices, or adjust the brightness/temperature/color. You can even cast your security cameras to display on your TV – without opening the app. Stay tuned for updates as we add new features and products to the Tapo family! For more information about your Tapo, visit www.tapo.com Terms of Use https://www.tapo.com/app/privacy/#terms-of-use Privacy Policy https://www.tapo.com/app/privacy/#privacy-policy

Screenshots

Meross4 screens
TP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TP at 4.8 against Meross's 4.5. TP also leads on chart position (#12 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Meross sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and TP sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TP holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.9K and 21K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 77% of Meross's written reviews are positive against 74% of TP's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Meross ships an update fortnightly, TP every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Meross versus TP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMerossTP
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (7.9K ratings)4.8 (21K ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.2% of reviews — better73.6% of reviews
Number of ratings7.9K21K — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#12 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size232 MB822 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChengdu Meross Technology Co.,Ltd.TP-Link Systems Inc.

Customer experience

Meross

All ratings7,880 ratings
Positive89.6%
Neutral2.8%
Negative7.6%
Written reviews1,595 reviews
Positive77.2%
Neutral6.1%
Negative16.7%

TP

All ratings21,136 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral1.0%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews5,233 reviews
Positive73.6%
Neutral5.8%
Negative20.6%

User reviews

Meross

From 7.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use app
  • 🚀 Reliable and stable performance
  • 💡 Useful features like power consumption monitoring
  • 🔒 Secure and private
  • 🔌 Seamless integration with smart home platforms

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues and device disconnections
  • 🔧 Setup can be tricky at times
  • 📱 Limited customization options in the app
  • 🕰️ Routines and scheduling could be more flexible

TP

From 21K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy setup and use
  • 👍 Clear and responsive app
  • 🔒 Reliable security features
  • 💡 Customizable settings and modes
  • 🔍 Excellent video and audio quality

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
  • 🔒 Limited user sharing/access controls
  • 🔋 Frequent notifications/timeout prompts
  • 💻 Compatibility issues on some devices
  • 💰 Subscription required for full functionality

Bugs and requests

Meross

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unreliable garage door status reporting
  • Compatibility issues with iOS 16 updates
  • Inconsistent device discovery and pairing

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for more smart home platforms
  • Improve app interface and allow for more customization
  • Enhance scheduling and automation features
  • Provide more detailed energy consumption reporting

TP

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inconsistent camera positioning/control
  • Date/time stamp errors on recordings
  • Unreliable motion detection triggering
  • Frequent app crashes or freezes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to delete recorded footage
  • Landscape mode support on tablets
  • Customizable motion detection zones
  • Improved Alexa/Google Home integration
  • Battery-powered camera option

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Meross

Subscriptions6
  • 10 SMS for a month$0.991 Month
  • 优惠测试-月$1.991 Month
  • 优惠测试-年$1.991 Year
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  • 优惠测试-周$1.997 Days
  • 30 SMS for a month1 Month trial$2.491 Month
  • 100 SMS for a month$6.991 Month
One-time2
  • 30 SMS$3.49
  • 100 SMS$9.99
14 purchases

TP

Subscriptions14
  • Tapo Care Basic 1 Cam/monthly$2.491 Month
  • Tapo Care Premium 1 Cam/month$3.491 Month
  • Tapo Care Cloud – 1 Camera1 Month trial$3.491 Month
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  • Tapo Care Cloud – 2 Cameras1 Month trial$6.991 Month
  • Tapo Care Premium 2 Cam/month$6.991 Month
  • Tapo Care Basic 5 Cam/month$8.991 Month
  • Tapo Care Premium 3 Cam/month$10.491 Month
  • Tapo Care Premium (Monthly)$11.991 Month
  • Tapo Care Cloud Advanced1 Month trial$11.991 Month
  • Tapo Care Cloud Advanced AI1 Month trial$19.991 Month
  • Tapo Care Premium 1 Cam/year$34.991 Year
  • Tapo Care Premium 2 Cam/year$69.991 Year
  • Tapo Care Premium 3 Cam/year$104.991 Year
  • Tapo Care Premium (Yearly)$119.991 Year

Questions

Is Meross free?
Meross is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TP free?
TP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Meross or TP?
TP is rated higher. Meross averages 4.5 out of 5 from 7.9K ratings, while TP averages 4.8 from 21K ratings.
Do Meross or TP have ads?
Neither Meross nor TP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Meross or TP?
Meross ships an update fortnightly, and TP every 2 weeks. Most recently, Meross was updated on October 21, 2026 and TP on October 23, 2026.

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