Comparison

AirTesla vs TSLA Keyfob

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

Head to head
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.

About

TSLA Keyfob

Control your Tesla vehicle directly from your iPhone or Apple Watch using Bluetooth. This app allows you to lock, unlock, and access various car functions without needing an internet connection or account sign-in. It offers convenient features like walk-away lock and proximity unlock, as well as Siri integration for hands-free control.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth car key
  • Lock/unlock vehicle
  • Access frunk, trunk, charge port
  • Walk-away lock & proximity unlock
  • Apple Watch standalone app
  • Siri & Shortcuts integration
  • View car status
Features
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Tesla Bluetooth key for iPhone and Apple Watch. Talks to your car directly over Bluetooth: no account sign-in, works without an internet connection. BLUETOOTH KEY • Pair with your vehicle key card and connect in seconds • Lock / unlock, open the frunk, open or close the trunk and charge port, open or close doors (depending on model and equipment) • Choose single tap, double tap or long press to avoid accidental actions • See battery, range, cabin temperature, charging and climate status WALK-AWAY LOCK & PROXIMITY UNLOCK • With the app running in the background, iPhone unlocks as you approach and locks when you walk about 3 m away (doors and trunks closed, nobody inside) • Turn each feature on or off separately in Settings APPLE WATCH • Standalone Watch app: pair and control right from your wrist • Add it to your watch face for one-tap access SIRI & SHORTCUTS • Lock, unlock, open trunks, open the charge port or doors with Siri or Shortcuts SUPPORTED VEHICLES Tesla vehicles worldwide: every Model 3 and Model Y (Model S and Model X 2021 and later, subject to hardware support). PURCHASE A one-time permanent purchase unlocks all features for good and supports Family Sharing.

Screenshots

AirTesla3 screens
TSLA Keyfob2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TSLA Keyfob at 3.9 against AirTesla's 2.4. TSLA Keyfob also leads on review sentiment (73% vs 31%) and ads (none vs shown). AirTesla's advantage is iOS requirement (14.1 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, 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. AirTesla sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TSLA Keyfob 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

TSLA Keyfob holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 48 and 57 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of AirTesla's written reviews are positive against 73% of TSLA Keyfob's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AirTesla ships an update fortnightly, TSLA Keyfob every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
AirTesla versus TSLA Keyfob: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAirTeslaTSLA Keyfob
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (48 ratings)3.9 (57 ratings) — better
Positive reviews31.0% of reviews72.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4857 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS14.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHangzhou Tangsuan Network Technology Co., Ltd.治明 黄

Customer experience

AirTesla

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

TSLA Keyfob

All ratings56 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral1.8%
Negative23.2%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive72.5%
Neutral5.0%
Negative22.5%

User reviews

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

TSLA Keyfob

From 57 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💡 Ultra cool features
  • 🚀 Faster than Tesla app
  • 👍 Works on Apple Watch
  • 👍 Bluetooth connection faster than internet
  • 👍 No internet latency

Room to improve

  • ⚠️ Very limited functionality
  • ⚠️ Trial expires upon pairing
  • ⚠️ Watch app shows trial expired
  • ⚠️ Cannot sync with other cars
  • ⚠️ Needs key to authorize app

Bugs and requests

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

TSLA Keyfob

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • Summon not working
  • App requires update
  • Unable to link to vehicle
  • Pairing fails
  • Watch app not installable
Show 8 more
  • Bluetooth not syncing
  • Cannot connect to Bluetooth
  • Cannot connect to vehicle
  • Connection failed on watch
  • App has lots of bugs
  • Cannot connect to car's Bluetooth
  • Watch trial expired
  • App needs update for Summon

Requested features

6 requests
  • Control air conditioner
  • Add more than one Tesla
  • Switch between multiple vehicles
  • Incorporate standard Tesla controls
  • Fix Siri command for trunk
Show 1 more
  • Change car model in app

In-app purchases

1 purchases

AirTesla

One-time1
  • AirTesla Pro$4.99
1 purchases

TSLA Keyfob

One-time1
  • TSLA Keyfob (permanent)$6.99

Questions

Is AirTesla free?
AirTesla is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TSLA Keyfob free?
TSLA Keyfob is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AirTesla or TSLA Keyfob?
TSLA Keyfob is rated higher. AirTesla averages 2.4 out of 5 from 48 ratings, while TSLA Keyfob averages 3.9 from 57 ratings.
Do AirTesla or TSLA Keyfob have ads?
AirTesla shows ads; TSLA Keyfob does not.
Which is updated more often, AirTesla or TSLA Keyfob?
AirTesla ships an update fortnightly, and TSLA Keyfob every 3 weeks. Most recently, AirTesla was updated on November 3, 2026 and TSLA Keyfob on November 7, 2026.

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