Linksys vs TP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Linksys
Manage your home WiFi network remotely from anywhere. Control connected devices, set up guest networks, and implement parental controls to manage internet access for children. Prioritize devices for better streaming and gaming performance, and enhance security against online threats.
- Remote WiFi access
- Network dashboard
- Guest network setup
- Device prioritization
- Network security features
- Parental controls
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This app is the command center for your Velop system and Linksys Smart WiFi routers. Use the Linksys app anywhere you have an internet connection to check connected devices, set up guest access, or keep your kids off the internet when they should be doing homework. KEY FEATURES • Remote Access – All you need is the internet. • Dashboard – Your WiFi's vital stats on one page. • Guest Access – Give friends internet access, but keep personal data secure. • Device Prioritization – Improve streaming and online gaming by giving WiFi priority to favored devices. • Network Security - Be proactive against network threats and malicious sites with Linksys Shield. • Parental Controls – Encourage kids' healthy internet behavior by pausing internet access. Privacy Policy: https://www.linksys.com/embed/lswf/en-us/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://www.linksys.com/embed/lswf/en-us/terms/ SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS* • Velop systems and Linksys Smart WiFi routers. Full list of supported routers: http://www.LinksysSmartWiFi.com/cloud/ustatic/mobile/supportedRouters.html • User account (created in the app or at http://www.LinksysSmartWiFi.com) connected to your Linksys product. • iOS 14.0 and greater For additional help, visit our support site at http://support.linksys.com
TP
Easily set up and manage your home internet service and network. Monitor your connection, control access for devices, and ensure your network is secure from anywhere using your smartphone or tablet.
- Easy WiFi network setup
- Remote network monitoring and management
- Parental controls for internet access
- Device access control
- Automatic firmware updates
- Mesh network creation
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The Aginet app is the easiest way to activate your internet service, get online in minutes, and set up your home network. No technician required. Now, you can check your network status, view details about your existing wireless connection from anywhere, and make changes right from your smartphone or tablet. With a TP-Link Aginet gateway or mesh WiFi, enjoy strong, secure connections at home with robust app features: • Easy Setup: No-fuss home WiFi network setup done in minutes. • Remote Access: Monitor and manage your home network from anywhere. • Parental Controls: Schedule or pause internet access to promote healthy internet habits. • Access Control: Block devices from using your network without your consent. • Home Protection: Keep your network firmware always updated to the latest security standards. • EasyMesh: Build a flexible mesh network for seamless roaming. We're always interested in hearing your feedback. For any feature requests or thoughts on how we can improve. Reach out to support@tp-link.com. By using this app, you agree to TP-Link’s Terms of Service (https://privacy.tp-link.com/app/Aginet/tou) and Privacy Policy (https://privacy.tp-link.com/app/Aginet/privacy). For more information about your TP-Link Aginet device, visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/
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Verdict
Linksys and TP both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of TP's written reviews are positive against 20% of Linksys's. Linksys's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (99K vs 1.1K). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Linksys sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and TP sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
TP holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Linksys has 99K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Linksys's written reviews are positive against 86% of TP's.
Linksys ships an update every 5 weeks, TP every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.
| Parameter | Linksys | TP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (99K ratings) | 4.9 (1.1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 20.4% of reviews | 85.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 99K — better | 1.1K |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 111 MB | 341 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Linksys USA, Inc. | TP-Link Systems Inc. |
Customer experience
Linksys
TP
Bugs and requests
Linksys
Reported bugs
4 issues- App frequently loses connection to router
- Cannot reliably rename or manage connected devices
- Parental controls settings randomly reset or malfunction
- Inability to troubleshoot or diagnose network issues
Requested features
5 requests- Allow device-specific parental controls
- Add option to view network usage statistics
- Improve app navigation and responsiveness
- Provide more granular control over node settings
- Implement dark mode and customization options
TP
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Linksys
- Linksys Aware3 Months trial$2.991 Month
- Linksys Shield3 Months trial$4.991 Month
TP
- Monthly1 Month trial$2.991 Month
- Monthly1 Month trial$4.991 Month
- Yearly1 Month trial$17.991 Year
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- Yearly1 Month trial$35.991 Year
- TP-Link On-the-Go Antivirus1 Year trial$109.991 Year
- Total Security Package1 Year trial$129.991 Year







