Comparison

DashTes vs Plaid Dash for Tesla

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

Head to head
About

DashTes

Features
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For Tesla Drivers By Tesla Drivers DashTes turns your iPhone and Apple Watch into a focused, intelligent companion for compatible Tesla vehicles. See the information that matters while driving, follow navigation guidance and review useful driving insights—all through a clean interface designed to keep distractions to a minimum. LIVE VEHICLE DASHBOARD • Speed, selected gear, power and regeneration • Battery level, estimated range and charging status • Tire pressures and important vehicle warnings • Door, trunk, frunk and lock status • Last successful connection data when the vehicle is offline NAVIGATION BUILT FOR THE ROAD Follow your route through a smooth, driver-focused map experience. View upcoming maneuvers, remaining distance and arrival information directly on your dashboard. Apple Watch support keeps your route available on your wrist, with independent GPS navigation, adaptive map positioning and optional turn-by-turn haptic guidance. PERSONALIZED FOR YOU Customize dashboard widgets, appearance, measurement units and driving layouts. Your preferences, journeys and supported settings can be securely synchronized across installations. TRIPS AND INSIGHTS Review previous journeys, explore routes on the map and follow your vehicle’s mileage history through clear monthly statistics and visual summaries. LIVE ACTIVITIES Keep essential vehicle information visible from the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island, including battery status, range, charging information and connection state. DASHPLUS DashPlus unlocks the complete experience, including: • Apple Watch access • Full-screen map features • Advanced dashboard interactions Some features require an active DashPlus subscription. DashTes communicates with supported vehicles using Bluetooth Low Energy. Connection availability and accessible data may vary based on vehicle state, proximity, configuration and software version. DashTes is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Tesla, Inc. Tesla and related marks are trademarks of Tesla, Inc. Terms of Use (EULA): [https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/)

About

Plaid Dash for Tesla

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An iPhone dashboard for Tesla drivers, with GPS speedometer and cycling computer modes, HUD-style mirror display and optional Tesla Bluetooth connectivity. • Five themes: amber, deep space, racing, cycling and HALO glass • Day and night appearance, km/h and mph, and five interface languages • Preview every theme. VECTOR is free; unlock the rest with one purchase, no subscription • No ads or account required. Location data stays on your device GPS and cycling work without a vehicle connection. Tesla Bluetooth requires a compatible vehicle and owner authorization. Available readings vary by model and software. Not affiliated with Tesla. Supplements your vehicle’s instruments. Set up while parked.

Screenshots

DashTes4 screens
Plaid Dash for Tesla4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Plaid Dash for Tesla at daily against DashTes's every 2 days. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. DashTes sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Plaid Dash for Tesla sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DashTes ships an update every 2 days, Plaid Dash for Tesla daily. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
DashTes versus Plaid Dash for Tesla: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDashTesPlaid Dash for Tesla
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAhmet Emir MALKOC鹏 杨

In-app purchases

3 purchases

DashTes

Subscriptions3
  • Monhtly$4.991 Month
  • 3 Months$12.993 Months
  • Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
1 purchases

Plaid Dash for Tesla

One-time1
  • Atmosphere Theme Pack$0.99

Questions

Is DashTes free?
DashTes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Plaid Dash for Tesla free?
Plaid Dash for Tesla is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DashTes or Plaid Dash for Tesla have ads?
Neither DashTes nor Plaid Dash for Tesla shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DashTes or Plaid Dash for Tesla?
DashTes ships an update every 2 days, and Plaid Dash for Tesla daily. Most recently, DashTes was updated on October 24, 2026 and Plaid Dash for Tesla on October 24, 2026.

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