Comparison

Testars vs TDashy for Tesla

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

Head to head
About

Testars

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
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【Feature Introduction】 1.Add physical buttons to Tesla, with extensive customization of original vehicle functions. 2.Pay tribute to the Model S/X style 3D dashboard, with original CAN data and no delay. 3.Support for multiple vehicle model replacements. 4.Massive and extremely useful quick commands, richer than the original factory app. 5.Support for app OTA hardware upgrades to the commander via Bluetooth, enabling one-click updates for the latest features. 【Contact Information】 Email: 191389703@qq.com WeChat: Harry_39

About

TDashy for Tesla

Transform your iPhone into a Tesla digital dashboard. View real-time speed and vehicle data via local Bluetooth connection without needing an account or extra hardware. Customize your interface with various themes for a personalized driving experience.

Highlights
  • iPhone as Tesla digital dashboard
  • Real-time speed and vehicle data
  • Local Bluetooth connection
  • Customizable dashboards and themes
  • No account or cloud required
  • Offline functionality
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TDashy for Tesla Turn your iPhone into a Tesla digital dashboard Connect to your vehicle via Bluetooth and view real-time speed and vehicle data directly on your iPhone. No account required. No cloud authorization. No additional hardware needed. Customizable Dashboards • Choose from a variety of dashboard styles and visual themes • Switch freely and create your own personalized interface Local-First Design • All data is processed via local Bluetooth connection • Works reliably even without network connectivity Privacy & Security • No registration required • No account login required This app uses only officially supported Bluetooth capabilities to read vehicle data. It does not modify or interfere with any vehicle systems. Privacy Policy: https://oss.oiine.com/teslax/dash/protocols/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Important Notice: TDashy for Tesla is a third-party utility app and is not officially affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Tesla, Inc. or any of its affiliates. This app only displays basic information based on Bluetooth capabilities officially supported by the vehicle, and assumes no responsibility for any modification, flashing, or improper use of any kind. All Tesla-related trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective owners and are used for descriptive purposes only.

Screenshots

Testars4 screens
TDashy for Tesla4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TDashy for Tesla at 100% against Testars's 33%. TDashy for Tesla also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.3) and update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). Testars's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. TDashy for Tesla sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Testars asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TDashy for Tesla holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Testars's written reviews are positive against 100% of TDashy for Tesla's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Testars ships an update monthly, TDashy for Tesla every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Testars versus TDashy for Tesla: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTestarsTDashy for Tesla
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (6 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6 — better2
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size313 MB123 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Niubaite Information Technology Company LimitedHuanwu (Shanghai) Network Technology Co,. LTD

Customer experience

Testars

All ratings6 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

TDashy for Tesla

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Testars

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

TDashy for Tesla

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Membership$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Membership$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Membership$24.99

Questions

Is Testars free?
Testars is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TDashy for Tesla free?
TDashy for Tesla is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Testars or TDashy for Tesla?
TDashy for Tesla is rated higher. Testars averages 2.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while TDashy for Tesla averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Testars or TDashy for Tesla have ads?
Neither Testars nor TDashy for Tesla shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Testars or TDashy for Tesla?
Testars ships an update monthly, and TDashy for Tesla every 5 days. Most recently, Testars was updated on October 24, 2026 and TDashy for Tesla on October 14, 2026.

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