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Tesla vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Tesla's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Tesla
This App
My NRMA
Nemesis
miBP ofertas y puntos gasolina
Contender
Rubis Energy Kenya
Contender
Mercedes-Benz Pass 賓士暢行
Contender
ПАЛИВО
Contender
myQQ – Quick Quack
Peer
ZIPS Car Wash
Peer
Viper SmartStart
Peer
EverWash
Peer
Core Identity
DeveloperTesla, Inc.The NRMABP Oil España, S.A.RUBiSMercedes-Benz AGPalyvoazkQuick Quack Car Wash, LLCZips Car Wash, LLCDirectedEverWash Car Club, LLC
CategoryLifestyleLifestyleLifestyleBusinessLifestyleBusinessAuto & VehiclesBusinessLifestyleLifestyle
PlatformiOS, AndroidAndroidAndroid, iOSiOS, AndroidAndroid, iOSAndroid, iOSAndroid, iOSiOS, AndroidiOSiOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating4.6 / 54.1 / 54.9 / 53.5 / 5-4.5 / 54.8 / 54.2 / 54.6 / 53.7 / 5
Ratings Count80,39117,145342-1121,4734,8648,2161,945
PriceFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateDec 10, 2012Sep 12, 2012Oct 8, 2025Jan 21, 2021-Apr 30, 2023Nov 29, 2022Oct 24, 2023Oct 13, 2009Mar 28, 2015
Last UpdatedApr 24, 2026May 14, 2026Mar 18, 2026Apr 13, 2026-Feb 27, 2026May 7, 2026Apr 10, 2026Sep 25, 2025Apr 23, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentimentpositive------mixed-positive
Score85/100------55/100-75/100
Praises
  • Reliability of remote climate control
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  • Convenient access to free vacuums and tire cleaning tools keeps customers returning to physical locations
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  • High-speed QR code scanning functionality allows for rapid entry into the car wash cycle
Complaints
  • Connectivity issues
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  • Subscription cancellation processes are intentionally difficult and require calling a hard to find phone number
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  • Inconsistent wash quality including spotty windows and incomplete drying cycles post-wash
Requests
  • Feature parity for older models
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  • Clearer in-app account management tools for handling subscription cancellations and payment method updates
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  • Provision of cleaning towels near vacuum stations for interior detailing and wiping
Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Native hardware integration drives high-frequency daily usage
  • Powerwall monitoring creates energy-asset lock-in
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  • Physical location network provides a tangible service moat
  • Loyalty points program creates a clear repeat-transaction incentive
  • Hardware-level integration enables remote engine start and vehicle diagnostics beyond software-only competitors.
  • Apple Watch integration provides a high-utility command interface for vehicle security and climate control.
  • QR-code scan-and-go mechanism reduces service-point friction
  • Subscription model drives recurring revenue via gym-membership pricing
Weaknesses
  • High dependency on proprietary hardware limits user base
  • Lack of non-vehicle rewards reduces engagement
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  • Subscription cancellation requires manual support contact
  • Billing management interface is non-functional for many users
  • Professional installation requirement creates a high barrier to entry compared to software-only lifestyle apps.
  • Subscription pricing tiers ($6.99–$11.99/month) exceed the cost of entry for commodity car-service apps.
  • Inconsistent drying and wash quality across partner sites
  • UI layout issues obscuring buttons on newer devices
  • Authentication failures preventing account access
Pricingfreefreefreefreefreefreesubscriptionfreesubscriptionsubscription
MomentumIntense-ActiveActive--IntenseMaintenanceZombieMaintenance
Update Cadence5 versions-5 versions5 versions--5 versions2 versions, ~0d avg1 versions2 versions, ~9d avg

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