Comparison

TP vs NCX Client

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

Head to head
About

TP

Configure and manage your network devices remotely. Offers standalone mode for simple home networks and controller mode for centralized management of multiple devices via local or cloud access.

Highlights
  • Configure Omada devices
  • Monitor network status
  • Manage network clients
  • Standalone mode for single devices
  • Controller mode for centralized management
  • Local and cloud access
Features
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Omada app is used for configuring and managing your Omada devices. You can change settings, monitor the network status and manage clients, all from the convenience of a smart phone or tablet. STANDALONE MODE Standalone mode is designed for managing EAPs or wireless routers right away without having to spend time configuring a controller. Each device is managed separately. This mode is recommended for networks which only have a few EAPs (or wireless routers) and require only basic functions, such as home network. CONTROLLER MODE Controller mode works together with a software Omada Controller or a hardware Cloud Controller, and is suitable for managing multiple devices (including gateways, switches and EAPs) centrally. Controller mode allows you to configure and automatically synchronize unified settings to the devices in the network. Compared to Standalone Mode, more configuration options are available and supports to manage more devices in Controller mode. You can manage devices in Controller mode in two ways: via Local Access or Cloud Access. In Local Access mode, the Omada app can manage devices when the Controller and your mobile device are in the same subnet; in Cloud Access mode, the Omada app can access the Controller across the internet so you can manage your devices wherever you are. Compatibility List: The controller mode currently supports hardware cloud controllers (OC200 V1, OC300 V1), software Omada Controller v3.0.2 and above. (To experience more features support and more stable services, we recommend that you upgrade your controller to a new version). Standalone Mode currently supports the following models (with latest firmware): EAP245 (EU)/(US) V1 EAP225 (EU)/(US) V3/V2/V1 EAP115 (EU)/(US) V4/V2/V1 EAP110 (EU)/(US) V4/V2/V1 EAP225-Outdoor (EU)/(US) V1 EAP110-Outdoor (EU)/(US) V3/V1 EAP115-Wall (EU) V1 EAP225-Wall (EU) V2 ER706W (EU)/(US) V1/V1.6 ER706W-4G (EU)/(US) V1/V1.6 *The latest firmware is required and can be downloaded from https://www.tp-link.com/omada_compatibility_list. More devices supported by the app are coming!

About

NCX Client

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Cradlepoint enables you to quickly deploy a secure cloud-managed wireless WAN for your enterprise. You can securely access files and applications at work, at home, or in the cloud. Cradlepoint NetCloud Client for iOS extends Cradlepoint networks to iPhones and iPads, enabling mobile users to securely access files, desktops, and applications from anywhere. This client is part of our NetCloud Exchange solution for securing wireless WANs. Of course, you’ll need a Cradlepoint wireless WAN before you can use this app and NetCloud Exchange to secure it. Get more info here: http://cradlepoint.com/ With Cradlepoint, it’s never been easier or more affordable to deploy and secure a wireless WAN with 5G or 4G/LTE.

Screenshots

TP4 screens
NCX Client3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TP at every 10 days against NCX Client's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TP ships an update every 10 days, NCX Client every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
TP versus NCX Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTPNCX Client
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (672 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews58.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings672 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size154 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTP-Link Systems Inc.Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions, Inc.

Bugs and requests

TP

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • App crashes when accessing local controller
  • Cannot reboot devices from the app
  • Firmware update breaks cloud access
  • Incompatible organization error
  • Wireless client information not displayed
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  • Wireless device signal strength not shown

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add landscape mode support
  • Improve 2FA integration
  • Increase network speed reporting limit
  • More advanced configuration options
  • Persistent user settings and preferences
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  • Provide a 'clear all logs' function

NCX Client

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

TP

No in-app purchases

None

NCX Client

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TP free?
TP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NCX Client free?
NCX Client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TP or NCX Client have ads?
Neither TP nor NCX Client shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TP or NCX Client?
TP ships an update every 10 days, and NCX Client every 3 months. Most recently, TP was updated on November 4, 2026 and NCX Client on October 30, 2026.

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