SentryAlert vs the Tesla app for Sentry Mode
SentryAlert is an independent companion alert layer that adds fast alerts to your Tesla Sentry Mode events, with clear permissions. It doesn't replace your Tesla account or app.
How Sentry Mode notifications work today
Tesla Sentry Mode records events on your vehicle. The notification path to your phone depends on the event type, the network, and the vehicle state. For owners who want an additional alert layer, a companion app can help.
What SentryAlert adds
SentryAlert listens for Sentry Mode events using Tesla Fleet Telemetry. When an event is detected, SentryAlert sends a fast push notification to your phone. The app is independent and works alongside Tesla Sentry Mode as a companion alert layer.
Fast push notifications via Tesla Fleet Telemetry
Configurable alerts for Aware and Panic events
Optional automatic headlight flash on detection
Multi-vehicle support, up to 5 Teslas from a single account
Detailed event history with type and date filters
EU hosting, GDPR-focused privacy, and minimal data collection
Tesla Sentry Mode notifications vs SentryAlert companion alerts
Tesla Sentry Mode records events on your vehicle. This comparison focuses only on the notification flow — what reaches your phone when Sentry Mode detects an event. SentryAlert is a dedicated companion alert layer that works alongside Tesla Sentry Mode. It does not replace your Tesla account or app.
| Notification aspect | Built-in Tesla experience | SentryAlert companion alerts |
|---|---|---|
| Event source | Tesla Sentry Mode records events on your vehicle | Sentry events received via Tesla Fleet Telemetry |
| Phone alert flow | Built-in Tesla notifications for supported vehicle alerts, depending on event type, settings, connectivity, and vehicle state | Dedicated companion push alerts for Sentry Mode events |
| Severity context | Standard Tesla notification flow | Aware and Panic event context, with configurable alert filtering |
| Optional deterrent | Manual controls from the Tesla app where available | Optional automatic headlight flash on detection |
| Event review | Standard Tesla event surfaces | Filterable Sentry event history with type and date context |
Try SentryAlert with a 7-day free trial. It works alongside Tesla Sentry Mode as a dedicated companion alert layer for fast Sentry notifications.
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