Directed SmartStart

Directed SmartStart

by Directed

123 ratings
126 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 27, 2010
  • September 25, 2025

Features

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Control your car remotely from your smartphone or smartwatch. Start, lock, unlock, and locate your vehicle, with advanced features like real-time status and safety notifications. Includes roadside assistance access.

Remote start, lock, unlock
Vehicle location tracking
Real-time vehicle status
Safety notifications (speeding, geofencing)
Trunk release and panic button
Roadside assistance access
Apple Watch control
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What's New in Directed SmartStart

5.4.5

September 25, 2025

bug fixes and enhancements

User reviews

Scheduled alarm

You guys should update the app with a timer… im using the alarm on a construction trailer… also trucks… im tired to set off false alarm each wk end to forgot the night come to set it back.
Ya got distance zone monitoring
A timer should be easy.
We ship spaceship to mars… you could be in 2026 !!!

Western Canada ***buyer beware***

If you’re planning on buying this product, do not buy it if you live in Western Canada 98% of the time the device will not connect to cell phone towers and the only thing they can say is they are working with the tower providers to resolve an issue that will never be resolved. With NO ETA.

Remote start app rarely works

This app used to be great and could start my car from anywhere but that latest update really messed up something and now I’m lucky it it works 1 out of every 10 times.

Works but NOT

I say it worked great first couple yrs. But now it says fails almost every time so you keep living it well after watching through the window it says failed but actually it was started. So I was just essentially just turning it on and off. Highly considering getting rid of it for something more reliable. It appears there’s not a fix to it. Tried updating and everything else.
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Doesn’t work most times

Paying $200 a year really sucks when I can rarely start my car or lock my car from the app. I have perfectly good coverage anywhere I am, but this app is not consistent. I gave it at least two stars because I love it when it does actually work.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

App crashes on launch

Bug

Geofencing not working

Bug

Remote start failures

Bug

Incorrect vehicle status

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Siri/Shortcuts integration

Feature

Improved status indicators

Feature

Scheduled remote start

Feature

Multilingual support

Feature

FAQ

What does the Directed SmartStart app do?

This app allows you to remotely start, lock, unlock, and locate your car from your smartphone or Apple Watch. It provides real-time vehicle status updates, safety notifications, and access to roadside assistance.

What are the key features of Directed SmartStart?

Key features include remote car starting, locking/unlocking doors, trunk release, vehicle location tracking, and safety notifications for speeding or unauthorized movement. It also offers real-time status updates on engine runtime, fuel, battery, and odometer for digital systems.

How much does Directed SmartStart cost?

The Directed SmartStart app itself is free to download. However, it requires a SmartStart system to be installed in your vehicle. Service plans are available with varying features, including free trials and options for basic, secure, and GPS services.

What devices is Directed SmartStart compatible with?

The app is designed for use with iPhones and Apple Watches. It requires a compatible Directed remote start or security system installed in your vehicle, along with a SmartStart GPS module or Digital System.

What are common use cases for Directed SmartStart?

Common use cases include starting your car on a cold morning, ensuring your car is locked from a distance, locating your vehicle in a large parking lot, and receiving alerts if your car is driven by an unauthorized person or exceeds a set speed limit.