Comparison

Replug vs Watchla for Tesla

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

Head to head
About

Replug

Plan optimal routes for your Tesla, including necessary charging stops at Superchargers. Configure vehicle details and explore Supercharger locations worldwide with real-time information.

Highlights
  • Tesla Supercharger route planning
  • Optimal charging stop calculation
  • Vehicle model configuration
  • Consumption settings
  • State of charge options
  • Global Supercharger browser
  • Supercharger stall and rate information
Features
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Replug is a route planner for Tesla vehicles using the Tesla Supercharger network, similar to what's inside Tesla vehicles. Enter a start and destination and Replug will calculate an optimal route with any necessary charging stops along the way. You can configure options such as your vehicle model, consumption, and state of charge at various points along the trip. Besides route planning, you can also browse all Superchargers around the world inside Replug, and see relevant information such as number of stalls and charging rate at each location (powered by the Tesla Superchargers API). Replug is great for when you want to plan a trip while you're away from your vehicle or computer. Or if you are interested in owning an electric vehicle and want to learn more about doing road trips with an EV. Replug is not associated with Tesla Motors in any way.

About

Watchla for Tesla

Control your Tesla directly from your Apple Watch with this app. It offers remote access, real-time vehicle data, and the ability to use your watch as a Bluetooth key, even offline. Customize commands and shortcuts for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • Full Tesla control from Apple Watch
  • Use Apple Watch as Bluetooth Tesla Key
  • Offline vehicle control
  • Real-time vehicle data display
  • Perform vehicle commands
  • Apple Watch complications
  • Siri Shortcuts support
Features
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Watchla delivers full control of your Tesla to the convenience of your wrist. With a beautiful, clean & effective UI, Watchla is an Apple Watch app for Tesla that aims to replace your phone for most of your remote access needs with your Tesla. No more pulling your phone out of your pocket every time you want to check on your Tesla or tell it to do something. With Watchla all you have to do is raise your wrist to start interacting with your Tesla. Watchla, being a fully capable Tesla watch app, can: - Connect to your Tesla over Bluetooth - Enable your Apple Watch to become a Bluetooth Tesla Key for your Tesla - Control your Tesla while offline - Show you real-time data about your Tesla like charge state, climate state, door closures & more, even while offline - Perform vehicle commands While also supporting: - Apple Watch complications to keep you up to date with your Tesla right from your watch face - Siri Shortcuts (available on Apple Watch) - Custom command layouts - Remote start - Multiple Tesla vehicles - Remote door unlatch, for all doors (subject to vehicle compatibility) + much more! Watchla is also supported by a robust iOS companion app that you can use to easily configure the watch app and manage your Watchla experience, including: - customize watch app command layout - add & customize Siri Shortcuts - switch selected Tesla - manage preferences (including watch app preferences) - manage vehicle-interaction settings + much more & more to come! In addition, the Watchla team is always listening. Request a feature for Watchla here: https://watchla.app/feedback/#req-new-feature Disclaimer: Watchla is not owned or endorsed by Tesla Inc. Watchla utilizes Tesla’s Bluetooth protocol to safely & securely provide you with remote access to your Tesla from your Apple Watch. The Watchla Apple watch app is an independent watch app and (aside from initially adding your vehicles) doesn't need its iOS companion app to perform normally. Bluetooth functionality, including Watch Key, will continue to work without internet. Using Bluetooth and Tesla Key functionality is subject to vehicle compatibility. TLDR; yes, you can use a Wi-Fi only Apple Watch to control your Tesla without your phone nearby if your Tesla is included in the list below :) Tesla vehicles compatible with Bluetooth & Tesla Apple Watch Key support: - Model 3 - Model Ys - Cybertruck - Model S (year 2021 or newer) - Model X (year 2021 or newer) Download Watchla, the ultimate Tesla watch app and experience total control over your Tesla, from the convenience of your wrist. Made in Colorado

Screenshots

Replug4 screens
Watchla for Tesla4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Replug at none against Watchla for Tesla's 3. Replug also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and review sentiment (58% vs 34%). Watchla for Tesla's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 347). On price, ads and device support 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. Watchla for Tesla sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Replug asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Replug holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 347 and 1.6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Replug's written reviews are positive against 34% of Watchla for Tesla's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Replug ships an update every 2 months, Watchla for Tesla every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Replug versus Watchla for Tesla: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReplugWatchla for Tesla
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (347 ratings) — better4.1 (1.6K ratings)
Positive reviews57.7% of reviews — better33.7% of reviews
Number of ratings3471.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB216 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIncycVillegas Ventures LLC

Customer experience

Replug

All ratings344 ratings
Positive88.1%
Neutral5.8%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive57.7%
Neutral23.1%
Negative19.2%

Watchla for Tesla

All ratings1,559 ratings
Positive75.3%
Neutral4.8%
Negative19.9%
Written reviews463 reviews
Positive33.7%
Neutral6.9%
Negative59.4%

User reviews

Replug

From 347 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 👍 Excellent route planning
  • 👍 Great for Tesla drivers
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 👍 Helps plan charging stops

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate due to WPM flaw
  • 🐛 Missing travel time calculation
  • 🐛 Outdated charger list
  • 🐛 Limited functionality
  • 🐛 Does not account for vehicle model

Watchla for Tesla

From 1.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Seamless Bluetooth integration
  • 👍 Intuitive watch interface
  • 🔒 Secure authentication process
  • 💡 Useful watch complications
  • 🚀 Responsive app performance

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connection issues
  • 🔋 Battery drain concerns
  • 🐛 Inconsistent functionality
  • 🐛 Unreliable Siri commands
  • 🐛 Buggy after updates

Bugs and requests

Replug

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • List of chargers not up to date
  • Model Y RWD missing from options
  • Inaccurate due to inability to set WPM
  • Limited to 400 Wh/mi for Model 3, inaccurate when towing
  • Does not account for vehicle model, affecting range estimates
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  • Only shows one supercharger on a route where multiple exist

Requested features

11 requests
  • Waypoint feature for return trips
  • Include charging time at each stop
  • Store recent searches and favorites
  • Show estimated percentage at each supercharger
  • Calculate travel time including charge time
Show 6 more
  • Add Model Y RWD to options
  • Allow setting Watts Per Mile (WPM)
  • Input battery kW for data
  • Show alternate superchargers
  • Display journey leg times
  • Specify charge duration at each charger

Watchla for Tesla

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes after recent Tesla API updates
  • Watch app disappearing from device
  • Charge status and mileage not updating correctly
  • Inability to re-authenticate after token expiration
  • Incompatibility with certain Tesla models

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to switch between multiple vehicles
  • More customization options for watch complications
  • Improved Siri integration and voice command support
  • Faster Bluetooth connection and response times
  • Better error handling and feedback

In-app purchases

None

Replug

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Watchla for Tesla

Subscriptions3
  • Watchla Pro - Weekly Sub.3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Watchla Pro - Monthly Sub.3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Watchla Pro - Annual Sub.3 Days trial$17.991 Year

Questions

Is Replug free?
Replug is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Watchla for Tesla free?
Watchla for Tesla is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Replug or Watchla for Tesla?
Replug is rated higher. Replug averages 4.5 out of 5 from 347 ratings, while Watchla for Tesla averages 4.1 from 1.6K ratings.
Do Replug or Watchla for Tesla have ads?
Neither Replug nor Watchla for Tesla shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Replug or Watchla for Tesla?
Replug ships an update every 2 months, and Watchla for Tesla every 9 days. Most recently, Replug was updated on October 23, 2026 and Watchla for Tesla on October 23, 2026.

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