Comparison

Watchla for Tesla vs EDUP Smart

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

EDUP Smart

Control multiple smart devices remotely from a single application. Manage Internet of Things, smart home, and access control devices with fast networking and flexible settings. Share equipment with others for a connected experience.

Highlights
  • Remote device control
  • Multi-device management
  • Internet of Things integration
  • Smart home control
  • Access control management
  • Equipment sharing
  • Intelligent linkage
Features
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1. Remote control, easy to worry, free control anytime and anywhere 2. Multipe smart devices can be added,and one APP realizes intelligent control of Internet of Things,Internet of Vehicles,smart home,access control,etc. 3. Fast networking, flexible Settings, free view 4. Sharing equipment and passing happiness 5. Intelligent linkage and scenario customization

Screenshots

Watchla for Tesla4 screens
EDUP Smart4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: EDUP Smart at 4.7 against Watchla for Tesla's 4.1. EDUP Smart also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (44% vs 34%). Watchla for Tesla's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 16 months) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 237). On price, ads and device support 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. EDUP Smart asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EDUP Smart holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Watchla for Tesla has 1.6K ratings behind it against 237, 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 44% of EDUP Smart's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Watchla for Tesla ships an update every 9 days, EDUP Smart every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Watchla for Tesla versus EDUP Smart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWatchla for TeslaEDUP Smart
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (1.6K ratings)4.7 (237 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.7% of reviews43.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.6K — better237
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 16 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size216 MB186 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVillegas Ventures LLC春平 周

Customer experience

Watchla for Tesla

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

EDUP Smart

All ratings234 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral3.8%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive43.8%
Neutral18.8%
Negative37.5%

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

EDUP Smart

From 237 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy and fast to use
  • 💡 Good for setting alarms and lights remotely
  • 🌈 Endless color options
  • 🎶 Calming and good quality sounds
  • 💰 Good value for the price

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connection issues are frequent
  • 😠 Limited to 4 alarms
  • 💡 Display brightness too high
  • 🔒 Requires registration and internet connection
  • 👎 App doesn't connect to wall clock

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

EDUP Smart

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Connection failed repeatedly
  • App wouldn't connect to wall clock
  • Fails to pair/connect
  • Would not connect on 2.4GHz Wi-Fi

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add more alarm slots
  • Option to deactivate beep sound
  • Add more color options (e.g., red)
  • Allow colors to be dimmer
  • Add Russian language support
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  • Lower display brightness options (10% or 5%)

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
None

EDUP Smart

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Watchla for Tesla free?
Watchla for Tesla is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EDUP Smart free?
EDUP Smart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Watchla for Tesla or EDUP Smart?
EDUP Smart is rated higher. Watchla for Tesla averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while EDUP Smart averages 4.7 from 237 ratings.
Do Watchla for Tesla or EDUP Smart have ads?
Neither Watchla for Tesla nor EDUP Smart shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Watchla for Tesla or EDUP Smart?
Watchla for Tesla ships an update every 9 days, and EDUP Smart every 16 months. Most recently, Watchla for Tesla was updated on October 23, 2026 and EDUP Smart on October 24, 2026.

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