Comparison

BlackVue vs VIPER SMARTSTART PRO

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

Head to head
About

BlackVue

Connect to your dash camera remotely via the cloud to monitor your vehicle's location and surroundings in real-time. Access recorded videos, adjust settings, and perform firmware updates wirelessly. Offers direct Wi-Fi connection for immediate access to stored footage and camera configuration.

Highlights
  • Live View
  • Video Playback
  • GPS Tracking
  • Video Backup
  • Firmware Update OTA
  • Direct Wi-Fi Connection
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The Official BlackVue Dash Cameras app. Taking advantage of a mobile or car-embedded Internet connection and a BlackVue dashcam, BlackVue Cloud connects you to your car through the Cloud. Using the BlackVue App on your smartphone or tablet, you see in real time where your car is located and what is happening around it. BlackVue APP Features Explore Live View Video Playback GPS Tracking Reports Event Map Voice Call Video Backup / Live Event Upload Firmware update over the air You can access your dashcam through a direct connection via Wi-Fi. Once connected, you can access all the videos stored on the dashcam's microSD card, adjust the camera angle, and modify BlackVue's settings as needed. You can also apply firmware updates wirelessly (FOTA). BlackVue Cloud is a dedicated service for BlackVue users that allows you to access your BlackVue from anywhere at any time. Creating a BlackVue Cloud account is simple and free. After creating an account, you can register your Cloud-compatible BlackVue in the app and configure it to connect to your hotspot. For troubleshooting, visit our Help Center at helpcenter.blackvue.com or email Customer Support at cs@pittasoft.com. For more info and news about BlackVue, visit: Homepage: www.blackvue.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/BlackVueOfficial Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackvueofficial YouTube: www.youtube.com/BlackVueOfficial Twitter: www.twitter.com/BlackVue Terms of Use: https://blackvuesrc3.blackvuecloud.com/policy/terms_app_eng.htm Privacy Policy: https://blackvuesrc3.blackvuecloud.com/policy/terms_personalinfo1_eng.htm

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VIPER SMARTSTART PRO

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Start, control, and locate your car from virtually anywhere with your iPhone! “Making the cloud-connected car a reality.” - Edmunds.com "Without a doubt, one of the coolest apps I've ever seen." - GIZMODO With the release of its all-new 6th generation VIPER SMARTSTART PRO app, connecting with and controlling your vehicles is easier than ever – including seeing key status information displayed in real time on the integrated control screen, selection of light or dark screen mode, and easy personalization of your vehicles in the new Garage feature. You can send commands, keep track of your vehicle location, get immediate notifications for status changes at your vehicle, and more! - Add VIPER SMARTSTART PRO GPS to any compatible VIPER remote start or security system in your car, and you can start, lock, and unlock your car from virtually anywhere. You can also locate your car, share its location with your friends or family, and get safety notifications if your VIPER SMARTSTART PRO monitored car is speeding or goes where it's not supposed to go. - For the ultimate connected car experience, use your VIPER SMARTSTART PRO as part of a complete VIPER Digital System, and you’ll also get engine runtime and other real-time status info right on the app dashboard. Even if a thief opens your vehicle using a cloned factory fob, you can get alerted immediately while the VIPER security system sounds the alarm and prevents unauthorized vehicle starting. - VIPER SMARTSTART PRO comes with a free 30-day GPS trial so you can check out the cool features right away. You can have Basic 1-way service free for the first year, step up to Secure service to get 2-way control confirmations, or add GPS or Small Fleet & Family plans for the ultimate in car control and monitoring. The simple, uncluttered new control screen design for VIPER SMARTSTART PRO gives you quick, fingertip control over the following features of your installed VIPER remote start or security/remote start system: - Lock/arm - Unlock/disarm - Remote car starter - Trunk release - Panic - Aux channels - View current status, including cabin temperature, lock status, remote start runtime, and more at a single glance Follow these three simple steps to get VIPER SMARTSTART PRO: 1) Download the free VIPER SMARTSTART PRO app 2) Get a VIPER SMARTSTART PRO system installed in your vehicle 3) Set up your account, and start using your VIPER SMARTSTART PRO system Key features: - Real-time status on your favorite dashboard! Check the remote start runtime or whether your doors are locked, and more instantly just by opening the app! (digital systems only) - Monitor vehicle data such as battery voltage, odometer, and fuel level in the extended Vehicle Status tab (requires a digital system; some features may not be supported on all vehicles) - Map page integrates GPS and SmartPark features seamlessly – locate your vehicle, or track down where you parked (live vehicle location requires GPS or Small Fleet & Family GPS plan) - Manage notifications: Each user can select how they want to receive alerts or other notifications. Select push notification, email, or SMS as desired (SMS alerts may not be available outside North America)

Screenshots

BlackVue4 screens
VIPER SMARTSTART PRO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VIPER SMARTSTART PRO at none against BlackVue's 12. BlackVue's advantage is chart position (#151 vs unranked). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. BlackVue sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. VIPER SMARTSTART PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
BlackVue versus VIPER SMARTSTART PRO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlackVueVIPER SMARTSTART PRO
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (2.7K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews9.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.7K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#151 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size193 MB21 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperPittasoft Co., Ltd.VOXX Electronics Corp

Bugs and requests

BlackVue

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Incompatibility with latest iOS versions
  • Unreliable cloud connectivity

Requested features

4 requests
  • Bulk video download and deletion
  • Offline access to recorded videos
  • Improved camera settings customization
  • Seamless integration with mobile devices

VIPER SMARTSTART PRO

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

BlackVue

Subscriptions11
  • Lite Plan 11 Month trial$3.991 Month
  • Lite Plan 21 Month trial$6.991 Month
  • Smart Plan 11 Month trial$7.991 Month
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  • Basic Plan$9.991 Month
  • Lite Plan 31 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Smart Plan 21 Month trial$13.991 Month
  • Smart Plan$19.991 Month
  • Fleet Plan 1$19.991 Month
  • Smart Plan 31 Month trial$19.991 Month
  • Smart Plan 41 Month trial$25.991 Month
  • Fleet Plan 3$39.991 Month
None

VIPER SMARTSTART PRO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BlackVue free?
BlackVue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VIPER SMARTSTART PRO free?
VIPER SMARTSTART PRO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BlackVue or VIPER SMARTSTART PRO have ads?
Neither BlackVue nor VIPER SMARTSTART PRO shows ads.

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