Comparison

My Bentley vs Shadow Immobiliser

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

Head to head
About

My Bentley

Enhance your driving experience with remote access to your vehicle. Monitor real-time information, track past activity, and remotely control features like cabin pre-conditioning and charging. Gain peace of mind with location tracking and alarm notifications.

Highlights
  • Real-time vehicle information
  • Observe past vehicle activity
  • Remote vehicle locking
  • Cabin pre-conditioning
  • Remote vehicle charging initiation
  • Vehicle location tracking
  • Alarm notifications
Features
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MY BENTLEY. ACCESS YOUR BENTLEY LIKE NEVER BEFORE. Welcome to the My Bentley app. As the first step in your connected car journey, My Bentley provides you with new levels of access to your vehicle, enhancing your driving experience. • Whether it is access to real time information about your vehicle, observing your vehicle’s past activity, or the peace of mind to check and lock your vehicle remotely, the My Bentley App provides you with access to a wide range of driver enhancing services. • Access to a variety of vehicle features from the convenience of the My Bentley App. Whether it be pre-conditioning your cabin or remotely initiating your vehicle charging before you depart, you can making sure your vehicle is ready whenever you are. • Put your mind at rest in the knowledge that you can observe your Bentley’s location and be notified of any triggered alarms from the comfort of the My Bentley App. The companion to your Bentley, heightening your driving experience. Please note: You must register for a My Bentley account to use the My Bentley Connected Services. The availability of services will vary, depending on the model and equipment of your Bentley. Only Bentley models from 2017 and beyond will be able to use the My Bentley Connected Services. My Bentley Connected Services require vehicle or handset cellular connectivity and availability of vehicle GPS signal. Standard text and data rates apply. Always pay careful attention to the road and do not drive while distracted. My Bentley includes services that may collect location information. Limitations apply. Some of the functions are dependent on the integration of third-party providers and may not be available at any time, at the same quality and be available in every country. Additional licenses or accounts may be required to access all functions of the application; music services. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

Shadow Immobiliser

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The Shadow Immobiliser is the UK's first connected immobiliser, allowing you to secure your vehicle with innovative and reliable technology. The system works by automatically immobilising your vehicle when your ignition is switched off. Once installed in your vehicle, you can operate through the presence of our unique Driver Detection Key Cards or via this app. Key features of the app include: * Set up secure key control for multiple vehicles. * Override for timed periods for when you have your vehicle in for service or repair. * Set a schedule so your vehicle is protected by Shadow Immobiliser at your convenience. * See your Key Card battery levels so you know when to recharge. Please note you need Shadow Immobiliser installed in your vehicle before using this app. Please contact us via our website for fitting options.

Screenshots

My Bentley4 screens
Shadow Immobiliser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Shadow Immobiliser at 15.6 against My Bentley's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

My Bentley ships an update every 3 months, Shadow Immobiliser every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
My Bentley versus Shadow Immobiliser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy BentleyShadow Immobiliser
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (185 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews7.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings185 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size280 MB98 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBentley Motors LtdGlobal Telemetrics Limited

Bugs and requests

My Bentley

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • Climate control button not clickable on iOS
  • VIN validation issues
  • App disconnects continuously
  • App requires new vehicle details repeatedly
  • Screen too long on iPhone 13 Pro
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  • Postcode import error
  • App not staying on home page
  • App doesn't work after update
  • Black screen after update
  • Login issues / password not recognized
  • Unable to add car to app
  • Connection problems
  • Sign up and login functions seem reversed
  • Unable to sign up on iPhone

Requested features

9 requests
  • Remote start functionality
  • Driver profile settings configuration in app
  • In-app service appointment scheduling
  • Remote climate control (heating/AC)
  • Defrost windscreen remotely
Show 4 more
  • Korean language support
  • Ability to see outside cameras
  • Record journeys
  • Add second car functionality

Shadow Immobiliser

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

My Bentley

No in-app purchases

None

Shadow Immobiliser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is My Bentley free?
My Bentley is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shadow Immobiliser free?
Shadow Immobiliser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do My Bentley or Shadow Immobiliser have ads?
Neither My Bentley nor Shadow Immobiliser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, My Bentley or Shadow Immobiliser?
My Bentley ships an update every 3 months, and Shadow Immobiliser every 4 months. Most recently, My Bentley was updated on September 19, 2026 and Shadow Immobiliser on September 10, 2026.

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