Axxess Updater vs myFirstech
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Axxess Updater
This utility app enables installers to update firmware and configure Axxess ASWC-1 and other Axxess Interface products using a smartphone or tablet. It simplifies button remapping and provides access to installation instructions and user manuals.
- Update firmware for Axxess products
- Configure button remapping
- Access installation instructions
- Download latest vehicle application data
- Redesigned intuitive interface
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The Axxess Updater by Metra Electronics allows installers of the Axxess ASWC-1 and other Axxess Interface products to update firmware and configure functionality in the field in conjunction with the Axxess AX-HUB accessory. * Find installation instructions for the Axxess ASWC-1 * Configure button remapping on your Axxess ASWC-1 with a simple user interface instead of the manual programming process * Download firmware updates to your Axxess Interface products Axxess Updater requires an Axxess AX-HUB accessory to interface with other Axxess Interface products. AX-HUB is sold separately by distributors of Axxess Interface products. The Axxess Updater App allows installers to update Axxess interfaces* from their smartphone or tablet to download the latest vehicle application data. As new models or technology are released throughout the year, updates are recommended prior to installation to ensure that the latest software is being used. What's new for version 2.0? The Axxess Updater App has a redesigned interface for a modern look and feel, with improved support for devices and more. For installers, an intuitive flow with clear instructions improves the help and support feature of the app. An improved design helps users easily find vehicle-specific products and also access instructions and user manuals for Axxess products. *Certain interfaces may require updates through the PC Updater Software.
myFirstech
This app provides authorized dealers with essential tools for vehicle installation, including wiring diagrams, product guides, and compatibility charts. It also facilitates DroneMobile activation and subscription purchases, along with access to a rewards program.
- Vehicle wiring diagrams
- Product installation guides
- Vehicle-specific walkthroughs
- T-harness compatibility charts
- DroneMobile activation
- DroneMobile subscription purchase
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myFirstech is the one-stop shop for Firstech Authorized dealers and their employees. HOW TO REGISTER You must be a Firstech Authorized dealer and 12-volt retailer to gain access to the myFirstech App. Please email orders@myfirstech.com to request access. MYFIRSTECH APP FEATURES • Vehicle wiring for remote start, security, audio • Product installation guides • Vehicle-specific installation walkthroughs • Remote start t-harness compatibility charts • DroneMobile activation • DroneMobile subscription purchase • myFirstech Rewards* *Additional access may be required. WHO IS FIRSTECH Firstech is the #1 innovator in vehicle remote start, security, and connected car technology. For over twenty years, our solutions have been installed in over 5 million vehicles by over 2,000 retail partners across North America
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: myFirstech at 4.0 against Axxess Updater's 1.7. myFirstech also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 13 months). Axxess Updater's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
myFirstech holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 8 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.
Axxess Updater ships an update every 13 months, myFirstech monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Axxess Updater | myFirstech |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (7 ratings) | 4.0 (8 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7 | 8 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 69 MB | 75 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Metra Electronics Corp. | Firstech, LLC |
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Axxess Updater
myFirstech
In-app purchases
Axxess Updater
No in-app purchases
myFirstech
No in-app purchases
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