TP vs Aladdin X
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TP
Easily manage your TP-Link routers, DSL modems, and range extenders from your mobile device. Set up your network, control access, and monitor connected clients with an intuitive interface. Features include parental controls, LED management, and device blocking.
- Network setup (SSID, password, internet settings)
- Block unauthorized users
- Manage client device permissions
- Parental control with scheduling and URL filtering
- Range extender placement guidance
- LED control
- Simultaneous device management
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TP-Link Tether provides the easiest way to access and manage your TP-Link Router/ xDSL Router/ Range Extender with your mobile devices. From quick setup to parental controls, Tether provides a simple, intuitive user interface to see your device status, online client devices and their privileges. - Setup SSID, password and Internet or VDSL/ADSL settings of your devices - Block unauthorized users who are accessing your devices - Manage permissions of client devices - Parental control function with schedule and URL-based Internet access management - Find the best location to place your range extender - Automatically turn off the LEDs at specific time - Manage most of TP-Link devices simultaneously View compatible routers of Tether: https://www.tp-link.com/tether/product-list/#wi-fi-routers To learn how to find the hardware version of your device, go to http://www.tp-link.com/faq-46.html More devices supported by Tether are coming soon! Important Notes ● Upgrade firmware is required. Go to the download page to choose the correct version and download the latest firmware: http://www.tp-link.com/support.html ● TP-Link Tether does not work when connected to guest network ● For any issue, please contact http://www.tp-link.com/support.html ● Privacy Policy: https://privacy.tp-link.com/app/Tether/privacy ● Terms of Use: https://privacy.tp-link.com/app/Tether/tou ● HomeShield Subscription Service Agreement: https://www.tp-link.com/homeshield/service-agreement/?app=tether ● Auto-Renewal Service Agreement: https://www.tp-link.com/homeshield/auto-renewal-service-agreement/?app=tether
Aladdin X
This application allows users to control Aladdin series products directly from their smartphone. It replicates remote control functions and enables photo uploads from your phone to the main device. Ensure your phone is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the Aladdin device for seamless operation.
- Smartphone remote control
- Photo upload to Aladdin device
- Automatic device detection
- Wi-Fi connectivity required
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本アプリはAladdinシリーズ製品の専用アプリです。 ●アプリケーション概要 Aladdin全ての機能をスマホアプリを通じて、操作することが可能となります。リモコンが見つからない時でもAladdin Xリモコンアプリがあれば安心。 スマホ操作：リモコン機能と完全一致です。 写真アップロード：スマホに保存された写真をAladdin本体にアップロードできます。 ●使用方法 1.スマホで無線LANを接続し、Aladdin本体と同じインターネットを接続してください。 2.アプリを起動後、Aladdin本体を自動的に検出されす。（デフォルト名：Aladdin） ●ご注意 ・お手持ちの機種やOSバージョンによっては一部機種に制限が発生する場合があります。 ・国や地域によっては、一部利用できない機能が有ります。 ・サービスは予告なし変更・中止される場合があります。 ・価格は予告なしに改定される場合があります。 ●お知らせ メンテナンス・障害情報については、こちらをご覧ください。 Aladdin公式サイト：https://www.aladdinx.jp/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: TP at 95% against Aladdin X's 5%. TP also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (163K vs 2). Aladdin X's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, ads, device support 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
Both are free to download. TP sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Aladdin X asks for nothing beyond the download.
TP holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TP has 163K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of TP's written reviews are positive against 5% of Aladdin X's.
TP ships an update fortnightly, Aladdin X every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TP | Aladdin X |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (163K ratings) — better | 1.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 95.4% of reviews — better | 5.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 163K — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #37 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 363 MB | 86 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | TP-Link Systems Inc. | Aladdin X Inc. |
Customer experience
TP
Aladdin X
Bugs and requests
TP
Reported bugs
11 issues- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Can't set date and time
- Client icons don't save when changed
- Parental controls not working
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- Forced to create an online account to manage local device
- Constantly logging in and out
- Trouble connecting to router
- Changing MAC addresses causing issues
- Blocking clients not working
- App not recognizing own devices
Requested features
10 requests- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard
- Manual configuration
- More advanced configuration options
- IFTTT functionality
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- Don't change MAC address of connected devices
- Provide information to upgrade router
- Use device descriptions from static IP reservations
- Register for cloud services through the app
- More features and functionality
Aladdin X
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
TP
- Adv Parental Controls Monthly1 Month trial$2.991 Month
- Security+ Monthly1 Month trial$4.991 Month
- Monthly1 Month trial$5.991 Month
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- Adv Parental Controls Yearly1 Month trial2 variants$17.991 Year
- Security+1 Month trial$35.991 Year
- Yearly1 Month trial$54.991 Year
- Total Security Package1 Year trial3 variants$129.991 Year
Aladdin X
No in-app purchases
