# FobApp vs TSLA Keyfob

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FobApp at none against TSLA Keyfob's 1. FobApp also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). TSLA Keyfob's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (56 vs 3). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TSLA Keyfob sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. FobApp asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for FobApp against 3.9 for TSLA Keyfob. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TSLA Keyfob has 56 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

FobApp ships an update every 8 months, TSLA Keyfob every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FobApp | TSLA Keyfob |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fobapp/id1453976431/reviews)** | [3.9 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tsla-keyfob-bluetooth-car-key/id1673692238/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **56** |
| Positive reviews | — | 72.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [iLOQ Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1453976430) | [治明 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435028200) |

## What reviewers say

### FobApp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fobapp/id1453976431)

Manage access rights for your iLOQ Key Fob wirelessly using your iPhone. This app connects your Key Fob to the cloud, automatically receiving and applying updated access permissions.

**Highlights:** Update access rights over the air, Connect via iPhone and BLE, Use iPhone as a cloud gateway, Automatic access permission updates, Manage iLOQ Key Fob access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### TSLA Keyfob

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tsla-keyfob-bluetooth-car-key/id1673692238)

Control your Tesla vehicle directly from your iPhone or Apple Watch using Bluetooth. Features include remote locking/unlocking, trunk access, and status checks without needing an internet connection. Supports Siri and Shortcuts for voice commands.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth car key, Remote lock/unlock, Frunk and trunk access, Charge port control, Vehicle status monitoring, Walk-away lock/proximity unlock, Apple Watch app, Siri and Shortcuts integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TSLA Keyfob (permanent) | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Ultra cool features
- 🚀 Faster than Tesla app
- 👍 Works on Apple Watch
- 👍 Bluetooth connection faster than internet
- 👍 No internet latency

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Very limited functionality
- ⚠️ Trial expires upon pairing
- ⚠️ Watch app shows trial expired
- ⚠️ Cannot sync with other cars
- ⚠️ Needs key to authorize app

**Reported bugs**

- Summon not working
- App requires update
- Unable to link to vehicle
- Pairing fails
- Watch app not installable

**Requested features**

- Control air conditioner
- Add more than one Tesla
- Switch between multiple vehicles
- Incorporate standard Tesla controls
- Fix Siri command for trunk


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FobApp free?

FobApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TSLA Keyfob free?

TSLA Keyfob is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FobApp or TSLA Keyfob?

FobApp is rated higher. FobApp averages 4.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while TSLA Keyfob averages 3.9 from 56 ratings.

### Do FobApp or TSLA Keyfob have ads?

Neither FobApp nor TSLA Keyfob shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FobApp or TSLA Keyfob?

FobApp ships an update every 8 months, and TSLA Keyfob every 3 weeks. Most recently, FobApp was updated on November 2, 2026 and TSLA Keyfob on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*