Comparison

MERCUSYS vs TP

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

Head to head
About

MERCUSYS

Easily set up and manage your mesh Wi-Fi system. The app guides you through installation, helps optimize unit placement for better coverage, and provides comprehensive control over your network. Enjoy faster, more reliable Wi-Fi throughout your home.

Highlights
  • Mesh Wi-Fi setup
  • Network management
  • Device connection monitoring
  • Guest network sharing
  • Website access restriction
  • Wi-Fi scheduling for devices
  • Device Wi-Fi priority control
Features
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To set up your Halo/Router network, simply plug one of your Halo/Router units into your modem and follow the instructions in the MERCUSYS app. The app also helps you find the best spots in your home to place additional Halo units. Once your Halo/Router network is up and running, you can enjoy faster, stronger Wi-Fi connections that won't drop out, even when you're moving from room to room. Plus, you can manage your entire Halo Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System right from the MERCUSYS app,including: - Sharing your guest network with visitors - Viewing which devices are connected to your Wi-Fi - Restricting access to websites of your choosing - Setting a time restriction and pause the Wi-Fi on kids' devices - Controlling when certain devices have Wi-Fi access - Picking which devices get Wi-Fi priority - Adding a family member as a network manager to help you monitor your network MERCUSYS App has met EAA requirements. View compatible list of MERCUSYS: https://www.mercusys.com/support/mercusys-app/#compatible-products Note: Please make sure you have updated to the latest firmware that supports MERCUSYS. Privacy Policy: https://www.mercusys.com/en/app/privacy#sec_a Terms of Service: https://www.mercusys.com/en/app/privacy#sec_b

About

TP

Easily set up and manage your home internet service and network. Monitor your connection, control access for devices, and ensure your network is secure from anywhere using your smartphone or tablet.

Highlights
  • Easy WiFi network setup
  • Remote network monitoring and management
  • Parental controls for internet access
  • Device access control
  • Automatic firmware updates
  • Mesh network creation
Features
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The Aginet app is the easiest way to activate your internet service, get online in minutes, and set up your home network. No technician required. Now, you can check your network status, view details about your existing wireless connection from anywhere, and make changes right from your smartphone or tablet. With a TP-Link Aginet gateway or mesh WiFi, enjoy strong, secure connections at home with robust app features: • Easy Setup: No-fuss home WiFi network setup done in minutes. • Remote Access: Monitor and manage your home network from anywhere. • Parental Controls: Schedule or pause internet access to promote healthy internet habits. • Access Control: Block devices from using your network without your consent. • Home Protection: Keep your network firmware always updated to the latest security standards. • EasyMesh: Build a flexible mesh network for seamless roaming. We're always interested in hearing your feedback. For any feature requests or thoughts on how we can improve. Reach out to support@tp-link.com. By using this app, you agree to TP-Link’s Terms of Service (https://privacy.tp-link.com/app/Aginet/tou) and Privacy Policy (https://privacy.tp-link.com/app/Aginet/privacy). For more information about your TP-Link Aginet device, visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/

Screenshots

MERCUSYS4 screens
TP4 screens

Verdict

The call

MERCUSYS and TP are too close to call on the numbers: across 10 compared parameters — price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. MERCUSYS sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month and TP sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for MERCUSYS against 4.9 for TP. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 793 and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of MERCUSYS's written reviews are positive against 86% of TP's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MERCUSYS ships an update every 3 weeks, TP every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
MERCUSYS versus TP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMERCUSYSTP
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (793 ratings)4.9 (1.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews89.1% of reviews — better85.9% of reviews
Number of ratings7931.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.014.0
Further details — not scored
Size764 MB341 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMERCUSYS Technologies Co., Ltd.TP-Link Systems Inc.

Customer experience

MERCUSYS

All ratings761 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral1.4%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews1,105 reviews
Positive89.1%
Neutral3.2%
Negative7.7%

TP

All ratings1,115 ratings
Positive97.9%
Neutral0.7%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews498 reviews
Positive85.9%
Neutral3.2%
Negative10.8%

Bugs and requests

MERCUSYS

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App sometimes fails to detect or connect to router
  • Inconsistent performance after firmware updates
  • Difficulty renaming or customizing mesh nodes

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add dark mode option
  • Improve device management and monitoring
  • Implement automatic network optimization
  • Provide more granular parental control settings

TP

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

MERCUSYS

Subscriptions8
  • Premium 1 Cam/month1 Month trial$3.491 Month
  • Premium 2 Cam/month1 Month trial$6.991 Month
  • Premium 3 Cam/month1 Month trial$10.491 Month
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  • Premium 10 Cam/month1 Month trial$11.991 Month
  • Premium 1 Cam/year1 Month trial$34.991 Year
  • Premium 2 Cam/year1 Month trial$69.991 Year
  • Premium 3 Cam/year1 Month trial$104.991 Year
  • Premium 10 Cam/year1 Month trial$119.991 Year
6 purchases

TP

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • Monthly1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly1 Month trial$17.991 Year
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  • Yearly1 Month trial$35.991 Year
  • TP-Link On-the-Go Antivirus1 Year trial$109.991 Year
  • Total Security Package1 Year trial$129.991 Year

Questions

Is MERCUSYS free?
MERCUSYS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TP free?
TP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MERCUSYS or TP?
TP is rated higher. MERCUSYS averages 4.8 out of 5 from 793 ratings, while TP averages 4.9 from 1.1K ratings.
Do MERCUSYS or TP have ads?
Neither MERCUSYS nor TP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MERCUSYS or TP?
MERCUSYS ships an update every 3 weeks, and TP every 6 weeks. Most recently, MERCUSYS was updated on October 27, 2026 and TP on October 27, 2026.

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