# TP vs DREO

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DREO at none against TP's 15. DREO also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 74%). TP's advantage is chart position (#12 vs #162). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TP sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. DREO asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for TP against 4.9 for DREO. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 21K and 46K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of TP's written reviews are positive against 87% of DREO's.

TP ships an update every 2 weeks, DREO every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TP | DREO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tp-link-tapo/id1472718009/reviews) | **[4.9 (46K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dreo/id1587134363/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 21K | **46K** |
| Positive reviews | 73.9% of reviews | **86.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#12** | #162 |
| Size | 822 MB | 189 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TP-Link Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713842892) | [HESUNG INNOVATION LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1592993182) |

## What reviewers say

### TP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tp-link-tapo/id1472718009)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Grossing · Lifestyle, #32 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tapo Care Basic 1 Cam/monthly | $2.49 | per month |
| Tapo Care Premium 1 Cam/month | $3.49 | per month |
| Tapo Care Cloud – 1 Camera | $3.49 | per month |
| Tapo Care Cloud – 2 Cameras | $6.99 | per month |
| Tapo Care Premium 2 Cam/month | $6.99 | per month |
| Tapo Care Basic 5 Cam/month | $8.99 | per month |
| Tapo Care Premium 3 Cam/month | $10.49 | per month |
| Tapo Care Premium (Monthly) | $11.99 | per month |
| Tapo Care Cloud Advanced | $11.99 | per month |
| Tapo Care Cloud Advanced AI | $19.99 | per month |
| Tapo Care Premium 1 Cam/year | $34.99 | per year |
| Tapo Care Premium 2 Cam/year | $69.99 | per year |
| Tapo Care Premium 3 Cam/year | $104.99 | per year |
| Tapo Care Premium (Yearly) | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### DREO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dreo/id1587134363)

**Currently charting:** #162 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Control all your smart devices from one place with this intuitive app. Enjoy top-tier cloud security and smart remote features for a simpler, more secure living experience.

**Highlights:** Unified device management, Top-tier cloud security, Smart remote operations, Intuitive user interface, Home and office device control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use app
- 🚀 Excellent app performance
- 🔌 Seamless integration with smart devices
- 🔧 Responsive customer support
- 💡 Innovative features like remote control and voice commands

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🔌 Inconsistent temperature readings
- 🔧 Missing advanced customization options
- 💡 Lack of HomeKit and Siri integration

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after recent update
- Inability to retain device settings after power cycle

**Requested features**

- Add ability to set temperature-based automation
- Improve widget functionality
- Introduce more personalization options
- Enhance accessibility for screen readers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TP free?

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

### Is DREO free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TP or DREO?

DREO is rated higher. TP averages 4.8 out of 5 from 21K ratings, while DREO averages 4.9 from 46K ratings.

### Do TP or DREO have ads?

Neither TP nor DREO shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TP or DREO?

TP ships an update every 2 weeks, and DREO every 10 days. Most recently, TP was updated on October 18, 2026 and DREO on October 18, 2026.

### Which is more popular, TP or DREO?

TP currently peaks at #12 in the App Store charts, and DREO at #162. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*