Comparison

OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl vs MyCar Controls

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

Head to head
About

OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl

Control your Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV remotely via your smartphone. Manage charging schedules, pre-heat or cool the cabin, locate your vehicle, and monitor its status. This app offers a unified and improved experience for managing your PHEV's features.

Highlights
  • Remote charging control
  • Pre-heating and cooling
  • Charging timer settings
  • Vehicle location lights
  • Vehicle status monitoring
  • Customizable schedules
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MITSUBISHI Remote Control allows you to customize your Outlander PHEV experience from your phone. When you connect to your PHEV’s wireless LAN, you can: - Charge your vehicle on a timer or on demand - Heat or cool your car before your drive - Set timers to ensure your PHEV charges completely and avoid peak rate hours - Turn on your headlights or parking lights to help locate your vehicle - Check your vehicle status The MITSUBISHI Remote Control lets you view all vehicle settings in an intuitive dashboard. Manage timer settings for charging and climate control, monitor battery status and performance, and set customized weekly schedules to reflect your lifestyle, directly from your connected device. Please note: Your Outlander PHEV communicates with this app exclusively via Wireless LAN, not by cellular technology. Wireless LAN communication can be hindered by distance, radio waves, or physical barriers. MITSUBISHI Remote Control is a renewed and unified experience combining and replacing the prior “OUTLANDER PHEV”, “OUTLANDER PHEV I” applications. This app is intended to provide the same functionality (and more) in an improved user interface. For users of the earlier applications: - “OUTLANDER PHEV” : If you are using this app, you may need to contact the nearest Authorized Mitsubishi Dealership to implement the service campaign of the security upgrade. - “OUTLANDER PHEV I” : Please download this new MITSUBISHI Remote Control app and re-register. For Troubleshooting and our FAQ, please visit our MITSUBISHI Remote Control website here: https://www.mitsubishi-motors.com/en/products/outlander_phev/app/remote/jizen.html

About

MyCar Controls

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
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MYCAR™ ------- HARDWARE PURCHASE REQUIRED FOR USAGE ------- MYCAR™ is the fastest, easiest, most versatile and complete telematics system utilizing a smartphone solution to stay connected with your vehicle from anywhere in the world. Using the MYCAR™ app, you can control your vehicle doors (Lock/Unlock), remote start or Stop your engine and even find your current vehicle’s location. PROFESSIONNAL INSTALLATION REQUIRED In order to use MYCAR™ on your vehicle, a MYCAR™ device and compatible remote starter must be installed onto your vehicle. To find an authorized MYCAR™ retailer, visit https://mycarcontrols.com/find-a-dealer.html NOW COMPATIBLE WITH APPLE WATCH Control any of your vehicles securely. Remote Start/Stop your engine, control your vehicle doorlocks and GPS locate your vehicle from your Apple Watch using the MYCAR™ watch app. Download the smartphone app and the watch app will automatically download onto your Apple watch. For more details, please visit https://mycarcontrols.com/watch.html INTERNET CONNECTION REQUIRED In order to use the MYCAR™ App, it will require a connection to the internet via cellular or WiFi. KEY FEATURES • Remote start engine • Remote shutdown engine • Keyless entry access • Trunk release • Open/Close motorized liftgate (if equipped) • Factory or Aftermarket Security system Arming/Disarming • Up to 4 Customizable auxiliary functions • GPS position* • Push notifications for remote starter trouble codes • Push notifications for security alerts • Low battery condition alerts • Current vehicle status, Battery level and MyCar device signal strength *Instant locate feature included with basic plan. REMOTE STARTER COMPATIBILITY MYCAR™ is currently compatible with the following brands of remote starter and/or security systems: ADS • iDatastart HCx • iDatastart BMx • iDatastart BZx • iDatastart VWx ADS-AL-CA (adapter required) • AKX / OEM ASTROSTART • AF-D600 AUTOSTART • ASD200 • ASD600 COMPUSTAR • CM-7XXX • CM-6XXX • CM-900 • FT-xxx-DC • FT-DC2 • FT-DC3 CRIMESTOPPER • RS-00 • RSx-G5 • SP402 • SP502 DIRECTED • DBALL 2 • DB3 • 4X10 • 5X10 • DS4+ FORTIN • Evo-All • Evo-One MIDCITY ENGINEERING • All modules with Drone telematics port OMEGA • All modules with Blue telematics port POLARSTART • PRS-13 • PRS-16 VOXX • Flashlogic: All FLRS, FLRSBA, FLCMVW remote start modules • FLCAN (adapter required) • Prestige/Pursuit: All E model’s w/ telematics port (Except PRO9233E) • Code Alarm: CASECRS, CARS, CA4555, CA4055 & CA5055 NOTE: All Prestige/Pursuit/CodeAlarm systems must be updated to the latest firmware version (this will require the VOXX USB updating cable, Part# VEPROG) STANDALONE MODE Only Instant GPS locate function is active. All other functions are disabled. For more details on which product is compatible with MYCAR™, visit https://mycarcontrols.com/find-a-dealer.html APP OWNER’S GUIDE Please consult the "Help section" inside our App for a detailed Owners Guide. KEYWORDS MyCar, Car Starter, Remote Starter, MYCAR™, Vehicle Control, Car Access, Locate my car, Automobility SUPPORT URL https://www.mycarcontrols.com/support/ © COPYRIGHT © Copyright MYCAR™   2020 Automobility Distribution Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Screenshots

OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl4 screens
MyCar Controls4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MyCar Controls at 2.8 against OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl's 1.5. MyCar Controls also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 8%) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume, 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MyCar Controls holds the better App Store score, 2.8 against 1.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 85 and 117 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 8% of OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl's written reviews are positive against 33% of MyCar Controls's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl ships an update every 3 months, MyCar Controls monthly. The most recent releases landed on August 25, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl versus MyCar Controls: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOUTLANDER PHEV Remote CtrlMyCar Controls
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.5 (85 ratings)2.8 (117 ratings) — better
Positive reviews7.6% of reviews33.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings85117 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS119.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size117 MB118 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMitsubishi Motors CorporationDistribution Automobilite Inc

Customer experience

OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl

All ratings85 ratings
Positive11.8%
Neutral2.4%
Negative85.9%
Written reviews197 reviews
Positive7.6%
Neutral4.6%
Negative87.8%

MyCar Controls

All ratings117 ratings
Positive41.9%
Neutral6.0%
Negative52.1%
Written reviews123 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative63.4%

User reviews

OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl

From 85 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Useful for remote climate control
  • 👍 Works well for some users

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
  • 💡 Limited functionality compared to expectations
  • 🔌 Weak WiFi range, requires being near the car
  • 🤔 Difficult to set up and use
  • ❌ Doesn't work with newer car models

MyCar Controls

From 117 App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Bugs and requests

OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes or fails to connect
  • Inconsistent performance after OS updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improve WiFi connectivity and range
  • Add more functionality like remote start, battery status, etc.
  • Make the app more user-friendly and intuitive
  • Support for newer car models

MyCar Controls

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes after recent update
  • Subscription renewal problems
  • Inconsistent remote start functionality

Requested features

3 requests
  • Apple Watch app integration
  • Siri/Shortcuts support
  • Customizable app interface

In-app purchases

None

OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl

No in-app purchases

None

MyCar Controls

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl free?
OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl 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, OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl or MyCar Controls?
MyCar Controls is rated higher. OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl averages 1.5 out of 5 from 85 ratings, while MyCar Controls averages 2.8 from 117 ratings.
Do OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl or MyCar Controls have ads?
Neither OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl nor MyCar Controls shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl or MyCar Controls?
OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl ships an update every 3 months, and MyCar Controls monthly. Most recently, OUTLANDER PHEV Remote Ctrl was updated on August 25, 2026 and MyCar Controls on September 15, 2026.

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