Comparison

TOVNET Pro vs THE Tether

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

Head to head
About

TOVNET Pro

Features
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This version is designed for iOS devices and is a plug-and-play client for use with TOVNET solar cameras and IP cameras. You can use this version to view, speak, listen and PTZ control IP camera video in real time. You can also manage user accounts, device parameters and historical data. It is an application to manage the TOVNET camera.

About

THE Tether

Instantly review and manage photos wirelessly from your camera on your mobile device. This app facilitates a fast on-set workflow for photographers, allowing for image rating, RAW file matching, and organized export.

Highlights
  • Wireless JPG review while shooting
  • Support for Nikon, Sony, Canon cameras
  • Session-based photo management
  • Fullscreen review and rating
  • RAW matching and download
  • Export JPG and RAW files
Features
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THE Tether brings wireless tethering and on-set photo review to Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Connect a supported Nikon camera, review your images, and keep your selections organized from capture to export. A WORKFLOW FOR YOUR SHOOT โ€ข Receive JPG, RAW, or JPG+RAW with supported camera settings. โ€ข Review photos in Sessions, browse the filmstrip, and assign ratings. โ€ข Use Rated RAW to receive RAW files for selected rated images when supported. โ€ข Review the selected image in Full Screen. โ€ข Export JPG/RAW selections and XMP rating metadata for your editing workflow. STAY ORGANIZED WHEN CONNECTIONS CHANGE Automatic reconnect and Missed Capture Recovery help you resume supported Nikon workflows after an interruption. Multi-camera Sessions keep camera identities distinct and organize images across cameras. Availability depends on the camera, retained files, and connection conditions. DESIGNED FOR THE MAC The Mac review workspace adds pointer-controlled Loupe inspection and side-by-side Compare. These desktop presentations are Mac-specific; controls and layouts differ on iPhone and iPad. CAMERA COMPATIBILITY A compatible camera and Wi-Fi connection are required for wireless capture. Supported features vary by model, firmware, network, and file format. Check the connection guide before subscribing. Not every feature is available on every camera. PRO SUBSCRIPTION Monthly and annual subscriptions are available. 7-day free trial available. The App Store shows your local price and subscription terms before purchase. After an applicable trial, the selected subscription renews automatically at the price shown unless canceled. Manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. THE Tether is independently developed and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Nikon Corporation. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://dune-pixie-e84.notion.site/THE-tether-Privacy-Policy-3601d408edd98090b797f608872b583c

Screenshots

TOVNET Pro3 screens
THE Tether4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TOVNET Pro at none against THE Tether's 2. TOVNET Pro also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). THE Tether's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 14 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. THE Tether sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. TOVNET Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TOVNET Pro ships an update every 14 months, THE Tether weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences ยท 4 level
TOVNET Pro versus THE Tether: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTOVNET ProTHE Tether
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsโ€”80.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsWeekly โ€” better
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
Monetizationโ€”Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS12.0 โ€” better17.6
Further details โ€” not scored
Size555 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChanyoung Kimharyun song

In-app purchases

None

TOVNET Pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

THE Tether

Subscriptions2
  • THE tether Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • THE tether Yearly7 Days trial$34.991 Year

Questions

Is TOVNET Pro free?
TOVNET Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is THE Tether free?
THE Tether is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TOVNET Pro or THE Tether have ads?
TOVNET Pro shows ads; THE Tether does not.
Which is updated more often, TOVNET Pro or THE Tether?
TOVNET Pro ships an update every 14 months, and THE Tether weekly. Most recently, TOVNET Pro was updated on September 16, 2026 and THE Tether on September 17, 2026.

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