# TP vs XL Lock Manager

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TP at 95% against XL Lock Manager's 0%. TP also leads on chart position (#36 vs unranked). XL Lock Manager's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TP sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. XL Lock Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

TP ships an update fortnightly, XL Lock Manager monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TP | XL Lock Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (163K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tp-link-tether/id599496594/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **163K** | — |
| Positive reviews | **95.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#36** | — |
| Size | 363 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TP-Link Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713842892) | [Tretipi Software GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1516525799) |

## What reviewers say

### TP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tp-link-tether/id599496594)

**Currently charting:** #36 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Adv Parental Controls Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Security+ Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Adv Parental Controls Yearly | $17.99 | per year |
| Security+ | $35.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $54.99 | per year |
| Total Security Package | $129.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy setup
- 👍 User friendly
- 👍 Simple and easy
- 👍 Awesome tech
- 👍 Top wifi

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Set up not clear
- 🐛 Fairly straight forward
- 🐛 Workroom
- 🐛 Dark Mode
- 🐛 Unable to login

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Can't set date and time
- Client icons don't save when changed
- Parental controls not working

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard
- Manual configuration
- More advanced configuration options
- IFTTT functionality


### XL Lock Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xl-lock-manager/id1516525800)

Manage your locks digitally with a user-friendly interface. Control access via NFC, PIN, fingerprint, or Bluetooth, and monitor activity in real-time. Share access easily without requiring others to download the app.

**Highlights:** Multiple access methods (NFC, PIN, Fingerprint, Bluetooth), User-specific access customization, Real-time activity logs, Share PIN codes via messaging apps, Remote unlocking with Gateway, Low battery warnings, Lock transfer and grouping

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TP free?

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

### Is XL Lock Manager free?

XL Lock Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do TP or XL Lock Manager have ads?

Neither TP nor XL Lock Manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TP or XL Lock Manager?

TP ships an update fortnightly, and XL Lock Manager monthly. Most recently, TP was updated on November 5, 2026 and XL Lock Manager on November 3, 2026.

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