# Lorex Ping 2 vs MyCar Controls

The clearest difference is rating: MyCar Controls at 2.8 against Lorex Ping 2's 1.7. MyCar Controls also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 12%). Lorex Ping 2's advantage is iOS requirement (6.0 vs 9.3). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

MyCar Controls holds the better App Store score, 2.8 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 60 and 119 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of Lorex Ping 2's written reviews are positive against 33% of MyCar Controls's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lorex Ping 2 | MyCar Controls |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.7 (60 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lorex-ping-2/id1097520838/reviews) | **[2.8 (119 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mycar-controls/id1126511815/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 60 | **119** |
| Positive reviews | 11.5% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 27 MB | 119 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 9.3 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [LOREX TECHNOLOGY INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/351969599) | [Automobility Distribution](https://appshunter.io/developer/1126478871) |

## What reviewers say

### Lorex Ping 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lorex-ping-2/id1097520838)

Easily view and manage your LNC100 and LNC200 series wireless IP cameras from anywhere. Set up your camera, watch live feeds, record video, and configure motion detection settings. Supports multi-user access and a privacy mode.

**Highlights:** Remote camera viewing, Live video streaming, Video recording to mobile, Playback from mobile/microSD, Motion detection configuration, Multi-user access, Privacy mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works when on WiFi
- 👍 Some users find it easy to use
- 👍 Can record footage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Does not work on cellular data
- 🐛 Login errors and password issues
- 🐛 Notifications not working
- 🐛 Cameras stop working

**Reported bugs**

- App never recognizes Wi-Fi
- App/camera works intermittently after update
- App takes forever to load and freezes
- App does not allow entering camera names
- SD card date does not advance properly

**Requested features**

- Improve Wi-Fi recognition
- Fix app updates
- Restore siren sound feature
- Improve UI design
- Allow manual input of camera info


### MyCar Controls

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mycar-controls/id1126511815)

This app allows you to remotely control your vehicle's functions, including starting and stopping the engine, locking and unlocking doors, and locating your car. It requires specific hardware to be installed in your vehicle and an internet connection for operation.

**Highlights:** Remote engine start/stop, Remote door lock/unlock, Vehicle GPS location, Trunk release, Motorized liftgate control, Security system arming/disarming, Customizable auxiliary functions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 🔒 Secure remote access
- 💡 Useful features like GPS location and battery status

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
- 🔋 Unreliable in cold weather
- 🤯 Poor customer support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after recent update
- Subscription renewal problems
- Inconsistent remote start functionality

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app integration
- Siri/Shortcuts support
- Customizable app interface


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lorex Ping 2 free?

Lorex Ping 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MyCar Controls free?

MyCar Controls is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Lorex Ping 2 or MyCar Controls?

MyCar Controls is rated higher. Lorex Ping 2 averages 1.7 out of 5 from 60 ratings, while MyCar Controls averages 2.8 from 119 ratings.

### Do Lorex Ping 2 or MyCar Controls have ads?

Neither Lorex Ping 2 nor MyCar Controls shows ads.

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