Comparison

TP vs MCI view

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

MCI view

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The key features of MCI view Application include: *Decoding support H264 & H265. *Live video preview of 16 channels at least. *Playback video preview of 4 channel. *Management of the sets of devices info. *Management of the sets of record videos and snapshot images. *Management of the device alarm infos. *Support for 21 languages if you want to switch. *More and more functions you can find when in use.

Screenshots

TP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MCI view at none against TP's 10. MCI view also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). TP's advantage is chart position (#42 vs unranked) and device support. On price 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 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. MCI view asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
TP versus MCI view: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTPMCI view
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (164K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews95.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings164K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#42 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS14.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size363 MB122 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTP-Link Systems Inc.GRUPO VISIONA IBERICA SOCIEDAD LIMITADA

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

MCI view

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

TP

Subscriptions7
  • 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
None

MCI view

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TP free?
TP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MCI view free?
MCI view is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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