# Testars vs TSLA Keyfob

The clearest difference is rating: TSLA Keyfob at 3.9 against Testars's 2.3. TSLA Keyfob also leads on review sentiment (73% vs 33%) and ratings volume (56 vs 6). Testars's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TSLA Keyfob sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Testars asks for nothing beyond the download.

TSLA Keyfob holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TSLA Keyfob has 56 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Testars's written reviews are positive against 73% of TSLA Keyfob's.

Testars ships an update monthly, TSLA Keyfob every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Testars | TSLA Keyfob |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/testars/id1625817559/reviews) | **[3.9 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tsla-keyfob-bluetooth-car-key/id1673692238/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **56** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **72.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 98 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Niubaite Information Technology Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1625817561) | [治明 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435028200) |

## What reviewers say

### Testars

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/testars/id1625817559)

Enhance your Tesla with custom physical buttons and a 3D dashboard. Access extensive quick commands and enjoy seamless OTA hardware upgrades for the latest features. Supports multiple vehicle models.

**Highlights:** Customizable physical buttons, 3D dashboard with CAN data, Support for multiple Tesla models, Extensive quick commands, OTA hardware upgrades via Bluetooth

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### TSLA Keyfob

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tsla-keyfob-bluetooth-car-key/id1673692238)

Control your Tesla vehicle directly from your iPhone or Apple Watch using Bluetooth. Features include remote locking/unlocking, trunk access, and status checks without needing an internet connection. Supports Siri and Shortcuts for voice commands.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth car key, Remote lock/unlock, Frunk and trunk access, Charge port control, Vehicle status monitoring, Walk-away lock/proximity unlock, Apple Watch app, Siri and Shortcuts integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TSLA Keyfob (permanent) | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Summon not working
- App requires update
- Unable to link to vehicle
- Pairing fails
- Watch app not installable

**Requested features**

- Control air conditioner
- Add more than one Tesla
- Switch between multiple vehicles
- Incorporate standard Tesla controls
- Fix Siri command for trunk


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Testars free?

Testars is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TSLA Keyfob free?

TSLA Keyfob is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Testars or TSLA Keyfob?

TSLA Keyfob is rated higher. Testars averages 2.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while TSLA Keyfob averages 3.9 from 56 ratings.

### Do Testars or TSLA Keyfob have ads?

Neither Testars nor TSLA Keyfob shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Testars or TSLA Keyfob?

Testars ships an update monthly, and TSLA Keyfob every 3 weeks. Most recently, Testars was updated on October 27, 2026 and TSLA Keyfob on October 30, 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.*