Remote for Tesla is a premium iOS utility targeting Tesla power users who demand advanced automation and granular battery analytics. It positions itself as a high-end, one-time purchase alternative to the official Tesla app and subscription-based rivals. While it holds a strong niche with its Siri/Shortcuts integration and queued command execution, it is currently facing significant headwinds due to API reliability and stability issues.
Product velocity
Unknown
Daily rank 🇺🇸
#70
▲10Lifestyle · paid
Sentiment
4.6
56k reviews
Nemesis
Tessie — For your Tesla
The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Tesla power users and data enthusiasts who want granular control, advanced automation, and deeper insights into their vehicle's performance than the official app provides.
What does it look like?
Key features
Deep integration with Siri and iOS Shortcuts allowing complex, trigger-based automation even when the car is asleep.
Detailed tracking of phantom drain, usable kWh, and historical range vs. odometer data.
Allows users to issue commands while the car is asleep; the app queues them and executes once the vehicle wakes.
Fully functional watch app with complications for quick vehicle stats and control.
Tracks MPGe, cost savings, and saves specific trip routes for comparative analysis.
How much does it cost?
Positions itself as a premium, one-time purchase alternative to the official app, appealing to power users who prefer a non-subscription model.
Velocity
Who built it?
Rego Apps
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What do users think recently?
The recent review mood reads frustrated. Users appreciate feature utility and user interface, but report connectivity and api issues.
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
What users say, by theme
- Feature Utility
- User Interface
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Competitive landscape for Remote for Tesla
How's the Lifestyle market?
The rivals identified
By Tessie
The most direct and popular rival, offering a comprehensive suite of automation, Apple Watch support, and deep battery analytics.
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Key takeaways for Remote for Tesla
Where is it heading?
The SWOT
- Deep Siri and iOS Shortcuts integration
- Unique queued command execution logic
- One-time purchase model (no subscriptions)
- Granular battery and phantom drain data
- Capitalize on subscription fatigue in the EV app market
- Improve reliability to capture users leaving the official app
- Expand widget and lock screen integration for iOS 17/18
- Develop a more transparent technical support roadmap
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