Comparison

MyCar Controls vs Achakey

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

Head to head
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.

About

Achakey

Control your car's locks remotely using your smartphone. Share digital car keys with trusted individuals and manage all your vehicle access in one place. Supports specific smart box and digital key systems.

Highlights
  • Lock and unlock car doors remotely
  • Share digital car keys
  • Store multiple car keys
  • Supports Achakey Smart Box
  • Supports KG Mobility Digital Smart Key
  • Supports Kia AutoQ The Driving App Key
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You can lock and unlock the car door using the smartphone's app instead of the car key. You can share car keys like sending and receiving messages with your smartphone. You can share digital keys with friends and family through the app. You can store all of the car keys in the Achakey app. From individuals to businesses, it's over with just Achakey! It is an app that supports Achakey Smart Box. It is an app that supports KG Mobility Digital Smart Key. It is an app that supports Kia AutoQ The Driving App Key. * Note : You can purchase the product first and install it in the vehicle, or only use the app in vehicles with smart boxes already installed.

Screenshots

MyCar Controls4 screens
Achakey4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: MyCar Controls at none against Achakey's shown. MyCar Controls also leads on rating (2.8 vs 2.3) and ratings volume (119 vs 6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence 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 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MyCar Controls has 119 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of MyCar Controls's written reviews are positive against 40% of Achakey's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MyCar Controls ships an update monthly, Achakey every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
MyCar Controls versus Achakey: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyCar ControlsAchakey
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (119 ratings) — better2.3 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews40.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings119 — better6
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS9.3 — better15.2
Further details — not scored
Size119 MB82 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperAutomobility DistributionTuneit Inc.

Customer experience

MyCar Controls

All ratings119 ratings
Positive41.2%
Neutral5.9%
Negative52.9%
Written reviews123 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative63.4%

Achakey

All ratings6 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%

Bugs and requests

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

Achakey

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

MyCar Controls

No in-app purchases

None

Achakey

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MyCar Controls free?
MyCar Controls is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Achakey free?
Achakey is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MyCar Controls or Achakey?
MyCar Controls is rated higher. MyCar Controls averages 2.8 out of 5 from 119 ratings, while Achakey averages 2.3 from 6 ratings.
Do MyCar Controls or Achakey have ads?
Achakey shows ads; MyCar Controls does not.
Which is updated more often, MyCar Controls or Achakey?
MyCar Controls ships an update monthly, and Achakey every 3 weeks. Most recently, MyCar Controls was updated on October 21, 2026 and Achakey on October 21, 2026.

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