Comparison

TP vs XMS Config

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

Head to head
About

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.

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
Currently charting
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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

About

XMS Config

Features
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choistechnoogy에서 판매하는 XMS100 전용 설정 앱입니다. 이 앱은 XMS100과 연결되어야만 사용할 수 있습니다. 이 앱은 XMS100의 표시 색상이 변하는 구간 값을 설정할 수 있습니다, 앱에서는 현재 값을 저장하고 불러올 수 있으며며 슬라이더를 통해 직접 설정할 수도 있습니다.

Screenshots

TP4 screens
XMS Config3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: XMS Config at none against TP's 15. XMS Config also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). TP's advantage is chart position (#28 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. TP sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. XMS Config asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TP ships an update fortnightly, XMS Config every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
TP versus XMS Config: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTPXMS Config
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (161K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews95.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings161K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#28 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size363 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTP-Link Systems Inc.Chois Technology

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

XMS Config

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

TP

Subscriptions10
  • Adv Parental Controls Monthly1 Month trial2 variants$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 Year trial$35.991 Year
  • Security+1 Month trial$35.991 Year
  • Yearly1 Month trial$54.991 Year
  • TP-Link On-the-Go Antivirus1 Year trial$109.991 Year
  • Total Security Package1 Year trial3 variants$129.991 Year
  • Total Security1 Year trial$159.991 Year
None

XMS Config

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TP free?
TP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is XMS Config free?
XMS Config is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TP or XMS Config have ads?
Neither TP nor XMS Config shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TP or XMS Config?
TP ships an update fortnightly, and XMS Config every 10 days. Most recently, TP was updated on October 23, 2026 and XMS Config on October 5, 2026.

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