# EV Controls dash vs Watchla for Tesla

The clearest difference is rating: Watchla for Tesla at 4.1 against EV Controls dash's 3.3. Watchla for Tesla also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 3). EV Controls dash's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (50% vs 34%). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Watchla for Tesla sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. EV Controls dash asks for nothing beyond the download.

Watchla for Tesla holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Watchla for Tesla has 1.6K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of EV Controls dash's written reviews are positive against 34% of Watchla for Tesla's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

EV Controls dash ships an update every 3 months, Watchla for Tesla every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EV Controls dash | Watchla for Tesla |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ev-controls-dash/id1533137661/reviews) | **[4.1 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchla-for-tesla/id1546599747/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **1.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 33.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 216 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Chris Tapp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1522926334) | [Villegas Ventures LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1082275065) |

## What reviewers say

### EV Controls dash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ev-controls-dash/id1533137661)

This dashboard app works with EV Controls T2-C controllers for Tesla drive units. It provides a central interface for monitoring and managing your electric vehicle's performance. Visit the developer's website for more information.

**Highlights:** Dashboard interface, Tesla drive unit control, Companion app for T2-C controllers, Performance monitoring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Watchla for Tesla

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchla-for-tesla/id1546599747)

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:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Watchla Pro - Weekly Sub. | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Watchla Pro - Monthly Sub. | $1.99 | per month |
| Watchla Pro - Annual Sub. | $17.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EV Controls dash free?

EV Controls dash 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, EV Controls dash or Watchla for Tesla?

Watchla for Tesla is rated higher. EV Controls dash averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Watchla for Tesla averages 4.1 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do EV Controls dash or Watchla for Tesla have ads?

Neither EV Controls dash nor Watchla for Tesla shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EV Controls dash or Watchla for Tesla?

EV Controls dash ships an update every 3 months, and Watchla for Tesla every 9 days. Most recently, EV Controls dash was updated on October 22, 2026 and Watchla for Tesla on October 23, 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.*