Comparison

Smart iHome vs TslaMirror

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

Head to head
About

Smart iHome

Manage your smart home devices remotely with this app. It offers guided setup for easy connection to your Wi-Fi network, allowing you to control various smart home products like plugs, cameras, and bulbs.

Highlights
  • Connect and manage smart home devices
  • Guided setup for Wi-Fi connection
  • Remote control of devices
  • Supports smart plugs, cameras, and bulbs
  • Companion app for device owners
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Smart iHome is a professional app to help manage your home’s intelligent.Connect to your home’s Wi-Fi network using the free Smart iHome APP,with its simple guided setup .Now you can stream all of your devices. Available devices:Smart Plug(MINI US),Smart Plug(SQ-EU),Security Camera,Smart LED Bulb,Smart Home Hub(Hub-RC),K Kit. For Smart iHome owners,the free APP is a companion to your devices for setup,remote control,and enhanced features.

About

TslaMirror

Mirror your iPhone apps to your Tesla's built-in browser. Enjoy your favorite apps on the big screen while driving, with support for lossless audio and various mirroring modes. Requires a Tesla with specific hardware and an iPhone personal hotspot.

Highlights
  • Mirror iPhone apps to Tesla browser
  • Uses iPhone Personal Hotspot
  • Lossless audio playback support
  • H.264/H.265 mirroring options
  • Private screencast connection
  • No additional internet traffic used
Features
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One-week free trial. TslaMirror is an app designed to mirror your iPhone/iPad apps to your Tesla’s built-in browser. - Supported apps include Waze, Google Maps, Apple Maps, YouTube, TikTok, Plex, and more. - DRM-protected apps, including but not limited to Netflix, Apple TV, YouTube TV, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu, are not supported. Some DRM-protected apps may block video mirroring, resulting in a black screen in the Tesla browser. Instructions for the Tesla built-in browser: 1. If possible, update your Tesla’s infotainment system to the most recent version. 2. Make sure the vehicle is PARKED (0 mph / 0 km/h). 3. Connect your Tesla to your iPhone Personal Hotspot (cellular data required). MCU2 or MCU3 hardware is required: available on Model 3 and Model Y, Cybertruck, Model S built after March 2018, Model X built after March 2018, or vehicles upgraded from MCU1 to MCU2/3. 4. Ensure the iPhone is not in Low Power Mode. Launch the TslaMirror app and toggle on “Proxy.” 5. Tap “Start,” then select “Start Broadcast” to begin screen broadcast. 6. In your Tesla’s built-in browser, go to https://TslaMirror.com 7. Lossless audio playback is supported in the browser. 8. Keep your iPhone unlocked; due to Screen Broadcast API limitations, locking the screen stops casting and requires restarting the broadcast. Key Features 1. No additional internet traffic is used for mirroring; traffic stays on the iPhone’s Personal Hotspot. However, while the Tesla is connected to the hotspot, the vehicle may use your cellular data for its own internet access. 2. Private: the screencast is only available to devices connected to the iPhone Personal Hotspot Wi-Fi network. 3. A 5 GHz Personal Hotspot (supported from the iPhone 12 series) is highly recommended. Do not enable “Maximize Compatibility” on iPhone 12 models; enabling it forces a 2.4 GHz hotspot. 4. H.264/H.265 mirroring recommendations: - MCU3 (AMD Ryzen): H.265 mode with 720p@60 fps recommended, as 1080p requires higher bandwidth. MCU3 supports up to 1080p@60fps (H.264 and H.265). - For Tesla in-car system software version 2025.38.11 and later, H.265 mirroring is now recommended for both MCU2 and MCU3. - MCU2 (Intel Atom): H.264 mode with 540p@30fps recommended only for very old Tesla in-car system. FAQ 1. This is not CarPlay. 2. iOS apps that use the AVPlayer framework (e.g., Apple Music, Netflix) are not supported. 3. Netflix is not supported. Privacy/Security Notice: This app does not collect usage statistics, personal information, or analytics. On iOS 13 and later, it uses Location Services only to read the Wi-Fi network name (SSID). Location data is never stored or collected. No information is stored by us. Disclaimer: This software and documentation are not affiliated with or endorsed by Tesla, Inc. Use at your own risk. We do not guarantee proper functioning. Some features require specific vehicle options (e.g., MCU2 or newer). The app uses interfaces similar to those used by official Tesla apps, but you are responsible for any changes to your car resulting from use. Use requires the vehicle’s built-in browser. We are not liable for any damages to you, your car, or any other property in conjunction with the use of this app. Warning and Legal Disclaimer: Use only while PARKED (0 mph / 0 km/h). Local laws may restrict the use of a built-in web browser in a vehicle. Terms of Use (EULA): https://teslamirror.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://teslamirror.com/privacy

Screenshots

Smart iHome4 screens
TslaMirror3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TslaMirror at 3.7 against Smart iHome's 2.5. TslaMirror also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (27 vs 2). Smart iHome's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 16.0). 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. TslaMirror sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Smart iHome asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TslaMirror holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TslaMirror has 27 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart iHome ships an update every 2 months, TslaMirror every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Smart iHome versus TslaMirror: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart iHomeTslaMirror
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (2 ratings)3.7 (27 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—23.0% of reviews
Number of ratings227 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS7.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size100 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHangzhou Konke information technology LTD.Wuhan TrustComputing IT Co., Ltd.

Bugs and requests

Smart iHome

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TslaMirror

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • App crashes when playing videos from streaming platforms
  • Screen freezes when entering Drive mode
  • VPN remains active after app closure, interfering with cellular data
  • Full-screen button causes stream to freeze
  • Browser closes when Tesla shifts to Reverse then Drive
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  • Mirroring stops working after Tesla firmware updates
  • Connection drops frequently during use
  • App fails to broadcast despite correct setup
  • Severe performance degradation with certain iPhone models
  • Incompatibility with iOS beta versions
  • Audio delayed 10+ seconds from video
  • Screen mirroring works for only 1-2 minutes then stops
  • Cannot connect to Tesla despite hotspot being enabled

Requested features

9 requests
  • Touchscreen control support on Tesla display
  • Support for major streaming services (Netflix, Hulu, Disney+)
  • Full-screen video playback capability
  • Local Wi-Fi network support (non-hotspot)
  • Audio streaming alongside video
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  • Improved instructions and documentation
  • Mac compatibility
  • Automatic VPN disable when app closes
  • Better compatibility with different Tesla firmware versions

In-app purchases

None

Smart iHome

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

TslaMirror

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Auto Subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$5.99

Questions

Is Smart iHome free?
Smart iHome is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TslaMirror free?
TslaMirror is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Smart iHome or TslaMirror?
TslaMirror is rated higher. Smart iHome averages 2.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while TslaMirror averages 3.7 from 27 ratings.
Do Smart iHome or TslaMirror have ads?
Neither Smart iHome nor TslaMirror shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Smart iHome or TslaMirror?
Smart iHome ships an update every 2 months, and TslaMirror every 2 days. Most recently, Smart iHome was updated on October 29, 2026 and TslaMirror on October 27, 2026.

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