Comparison

Watchla for Tesla vs AirTesla

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

Head to head
About

Watchla for Tesla

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
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Watchla delivers full control of your Tesla to the convenience of your wrist. With a beautiful, clean & effective UI, Watchla is an Apple Watch app for Tesla that aims to replace your phone for most of your remote access needs with your Tesla. No more pulling your phone out of your pocket every time you want to check on your Tesla or tell it to do something. With Watchla all you have to do is raise your wrist to start interacting with your Tesla. Watchla, being a fully capable Tesla watch app, can: - Connect to your Tesla over Bluetooth - Enable your Apple Watch to become a Bluetooth Tesla Key for your Tesla - Control your Tesla while offline - Show you real-time data about your Tesla like charge state, climate state, door closures & more, even while offline - Perform vehicle commands While also supporting: - Apple Watch complications to keep you up to date with your Tesla right from your watch face - Siri Shortcuts (available on Apple Watch) - Custom command layouts - Remote start - Multiple Tesla vehicles - Remote door unlatch, for all doors (subject to vehicle compatibility) + much more! Watchla is also supported by a robust iOS companion app that you can use to easily configure the watch app and manage your Watchla experience, including: - customize watch app command layout - add & customize Siri Shortcuts - switch selected Tesla - manage preferences (including watch app preferences) - manage vehicle-interaction settings + much more & more to come! In addition, the Watchla team is always listening. Request a feature for Watchla here: https://watchla.app/feedback/#req-new-feature Disclaimer: Watchla is not owned or endorsed by Tesla Inc. Watchla utilizes Tesla’s Bluetooth protocol to safely & securely provide you with remote access to your Tesla from your Apple Watch. The Watchla Apple watch app is an independent watch app and (aside from initially adding your vehicles) doesn't need its iOS companion app to perform normally. Bluetooth functionality, including Watch Key, will continue to work without internet. Using Bluetooth and Tesla Key functionality is subject to vehicle compatibility. TLDR; yes, you can use a Wi-Fi only Apple Watch to control your Tesla without your phone nearby if your Tesla is included in the list below :) Tesla vehicles compatible with Bluetooth & Tesla Apple Watch Key support: - Model 3 - Model Ys - Cybertruck - Model S (year 2021 or newer) - Model X (year 2021 or newer) Download Watchla, the ultimate Tesla watch app and experience total control over your Tesla, from the convenience of your wrist. Made in Colorado

About

AirTesla

Stream your phone's screen directly to your Tesla's built-in browser without using cellular data. Enjoy wireless mirroring for entertainment or navigation, with enhanced privacy as all data stays on your local network. Supports both portrait and landscape orientations.

Highlights
  • Mirror phone screen to Tesla browser
  • Wireless connection via Personal Hotspot
  • No cellular data usage
  • Privacy-focused local network transmission
  • Portrait and landscape orientation support
  • No cables required
Features
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AirTesla allows you mirror your phone screen to Tesla™ built-in browser. Features: * Privacy - all data transmitted over local network, no one else can see your screen. * No cellular data used - AirTesla connect to Tesla via Personal Hotspot, data are transmitted directly to Tesla. * No cables needed. * Support both portrait and landscape screen orientation. Please follow these steps: 1. Connect Tesla to your phone's Personal Hotspot. 2. Start screen broadcasting. 3. Open url http://6.6.6.6 in Tesla built-in browser. Notes: * DO NOT use the app while driving. * AirTesla requires MCU2 hardware, including Model S(March 2018 or later) / Model 3 / Model Y / Model X(March 2018 or later). * This is NOT an official app of Tesla. Tesla is trademark of Tesla, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Screenshots

Watchla for Tesla4 screens
AirTesla3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Watchla for Tesla at 4.1 against AirTesla's 2.4. Watchla for Tesla also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 48). AirTesla's advantage is iOS requirement (14.1 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Watchla for Tesla sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and AirTesla sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Watchla for Tesla holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Watchla for Tesla has 1.6K ratings behind it against 48, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of Watchla for Tesla's written reviews are positive against 31% of AirTesla's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Watchla for Tesla ships an update every 9 days, AirTesla fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Watchla for Tesla versus AirTesla: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWatchla for TeslaAirTesla
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (1.6K ratings) — better2.4 (48 ratings)
Positive reviews33.7% of reviews — better31.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.6K — better48
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.014.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size216 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVillegas Ventures LLCHangzhou Tangsuan Network Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Watchla for Tesla

All ratings1,559 ratings
Positive75.3%
Neutral4.8%
Negative19.9%
Written reviews463 reviews
Positive33.7%
Neutral6.9%
Negative59.4%

AirTesla

All ratings48 ratings
Positive31.3%
Neutral8.3%
Negative60.4%
Written reviews58 reviews
Positive31.0%
Neutral15.5%
Negative53.4%

User reviews

Watchla for Tesla

From 1.6K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

AirTesla

From 48 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Convenient screen mirroring
  • 👍 Works for navigation apps
  • 👍 Supports Apple CarPlay functionality
  • 👍 Full-size screen view possible
  • 👍 Works on newer Tesla models

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Extremely slow performance
  • 🐛 Connection drops during driving
  • 🐛 Not working after software upgrades
  • 🐛 Laggy video and sound
  • 🐛 Audio works, video doesn't

Bugs and requests

Watchla for Tesla

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • 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

5 requests
  • 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

AirTesla

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • App is clumsy and does not work
  • Connection cuts out during driving
  • Not working after Tesla software upgrades
  • Screen mirroring not working
  • Black screen on Tesla browser
Show 12 more
  • Video drops frames
  • Audio out of sync with video
  • Video playback is choppy
  • App crashes
  • App does not work
  • URL not opening
  • Screen shrinks after switching to landscape
  • Laggy sound
  • Phone overheats
  • Cannot cast YouTube TV
  • Does not work on iPhone 13
  • URL is not accessible

Requested features

11 requests
  • Improve performance and reduce lag
  • Enable screen mirroring while driving
  • Fix connection issues
  • Provide better video quality
  • Allow testing of higher frame rates before purchase
Show 6 more
  • Make browser full-screen
  • Improve connection steps for easier reconnection
  • Add support for Android
  • Support horizontal screen for videos
  • Add sound functionality
  • Optimize for better video quality

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Watchla for Tesla

Subscriptions3
  • Watchla Pro - Weekly Sub.3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Watchla Pro - Monthly Sub.3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Watchla Pro - Annual Sub.3 Days trial$17.991 Year
1 purchases

AirTesla

One-time1
  • AirTesla Pro$4.99

Questions

Is Watchla for Tesla free?
Watchla for Tesla is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AirTesla free?
AirTesla is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Watchla for Tesla or AirTesla?
Watchla for Tesla is rated higher. Watchla for Tesla averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while AirTesla averages 2.4 from 48 ratings.
Do Watchla for Tesla or AirTesla have ads?
AirTesla shows ads; Watchla for Tesla does not.
Which is updated more often, Watchla for Tesla or AirTesla?
Watchla for Tesla ships an update every 9 days, and AirTesla fortnightly. Most recently, Watchla for Tesla was updated on October 23, 2026 and AirTesla on October 21, 2026.

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