# Watchla for Tesla vs EDUP Smart

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Watchla for Tesla | EDUP Smart |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchla-for-tesla/id1546599747/reviews) | **[4.7 (237 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/edup-smart/id1601096368/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.6K** | 237 |
| Positive reviews | 33.7% of reviews | **43.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 16 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 216 MB | 186 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Villegas Ventures LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1082275065) | [春平 周](https://appshunter.io/developer/739607916) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### EDUP Smart

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/edup-smart/id1601096368)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*