Comparison

MyStart Plus vs Weiser Premis Smart Lock

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

Head to head
About

MyStart Plus

Control your vehicle remotely from anywhere in the world. Manage door locks, start or stop the engine, and track its location. Requires specific hardware installation and an internet connection.

Highlights
  • Remote engine start/stop
  • Keyless entry
  • Trunk release
  • Motorized liftgate control
  • Security system arm/disarm
  • GPS location tracking
  • Push notifications
Features
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MyStart Plus™ ------- HARDWARE PURCHASE REQUIRED FOR USAGE ------- 
 MyStart Plus™ 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 MyStart Plus™ 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 MyStart Plus™ on your vehicle, a MyStart Plus™ device and compatible remote starter must be installed onto your vehicle. To find an authorized MyStart Plus™ retailer, visit https://mystartplus.com/find-a-dealer.html INTERNET CONNECTION REQUIRED In order to use the MyStart Plus™ App, it will require a connection to the internet via cellular or WiFi. OPERATING NETWORK 900 MHz wireless network. The system is being operated using the Otodata Wireless Network, which currently covers a a vast territory in Quebec and Ontario. You will be surprised by how fast the system works compared to traditional remote key fob or cellular based car starters. 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 • Vehicle image selection • PIN Code feature to prevent unauthorized access to the application control screen • Multiple vehicles and users. • 900 MHz wireless network. The system is being operated using the Otodata Wireless Network, which currently covers a a vast territory in Quebec and Ontario.
 *GPS5040 Unit is required for GPS location. REMOTE STARTER COMPATIBILITY MyStart Plus™ 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 • AKX / OEM ASTROSTART • AF-D600 (adapter required) AUTOSTART • ASD200 • ASD600 COMPUSTAR • CM-7XXX • CM-6XXX • CM-900 • FT-xxx-DC • FT-DC2 • FT-DC3 DIRECTED • DBALL 2 • DB3 • 4X10 • 5X10 • DS4+ FORTIN • Evo-All • Evo-One POLARSTART • PRS-13 • PRS-16 STANDALONE MODE • A GPS-5040 unit can be used as a standalone device only to get GPS locate functions. For more details on which product is compatible with MyStart Plus™, visit https://mystartplus.com/find-a-dealer.html 
 APP OWNER’S GUIDE Please consult the "Help section" inside our App for a detailed Owners Guide. SUPPORT URL https://mystartplus.com/support/ © COPYRIGHT © Copyright MyStart Plus™   2020 Automobility Distribution Inc. All Rights Reserved.

About

Weiser Premis Smart Lock

Control your smart lock remotely and manage user access. Integrate with Apple HomeKit for voice commands via Siri and monitor lock activity from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Siri Voice Control
  • Remote Access
  • Lock Monitoring
  • User Code Management
  • Scheduled Access
Features
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Download the Premis app for use with the Premis Touchscreen Smart Lock, made by Weiser. This app will guide you through the installation, set up, and overall customization of your Premis Smart Lock. This lock and app will work with the Apple HomeKit platform so you can use your iPhone, iPad, or iTouch to control and manage your lock! • Siri® Voice Control – Lock and unlock your door using Siri voice commands. For example, “Siri unlock my front door.” • Remote Access – Control and monitor lock status from anywhere using the Premis app and Apple TV®. • Lock Monitoring – View lock activity, history, and status notifications when lock is used via the Premis App • User Code Management – Easily send, add, delete, or disable user codes. Schedule access for certain times/days.

Screenshots

MyStart Plus4 screens
Weiser Premis Smart Lock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Weiser Premis Smart Lock at 1.5 against MyStart Plus's 1.0. Weiser Premis Smart Lock also leads on ratings volume (14 vs 1). MyStart Plus's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 35 months) and review sentiment (16% vs 3%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Weiser Premis Smart Lock holds the better App Store score, 1.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Weiser Premis Smart Lock has 14 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 16% of MyStart Plus's written reviews are positive against 3% of Weiser Premis Smart Lock's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MyStart Plus ships an update every 2 months, Weiser Premis Smart Lock every 35 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
MyStart Plus versus Weiser Premis Smart Lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyStart PlusWeiser Premis Smart Lock
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)1.5 (14 ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.1% of reviews — better3.0% of reviews
Number of ratings114 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 35 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size148 MB61 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAutomobility DistributionWeiser Lock Corporation

Customer experience

MyStart Plus

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews62 reviews
Positive16.1%
Neutral9.7%
Negative74.2%

Weiser Premis Smart Lock

All ratings14 ratings
Positive7.1%
Neutral7.1%
Negative85.7%
Written reviews66 reviews
Positive3.0%
Neutral3.0%
Negative93.9%

Bugs and requests

MyStart Plus

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Weiser Premis Smart Lock

Reported bugs

21 issues
  • Constantly goes offline
  • App crashes
  • Lock unavailable
  • Wifi issues
  • Remote access not working
Show 16 more
  • Battery drain
  • App not connecting
  • Lock not detected
  • Random connection failures
  • Notifications not working
  • Cannot lock door
  • Losing locks
  • Device pairing issues
  • User invitation failure
  • Low battery readings inaccurate
  • Remote connection lost
  • Cloud sync errors
  • Touchscreen malfunctions
  • App resets settings
  • Incompatibility with iOS versions (13, 15, 16, 26)
  • HomeKit integration problems

Requested features

9 requests
  • Update app for latest iOS versions
  • Improve remote access reliability
  • Fix HomeKit integration issues
  • Provide timely app and firmware updates
  • Improve battery life alerts
Show 4 more
  • Allow sharing devices with multiple users
  • Update app for iPhone X screen size
  • Add new features
  • Fix the ability to switch homes on iOS 13

In-app purchases

None

MyStart Plus

No in-app purchases

None

Weiser Premis Smart Lock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MyStart Plus free?
MyStart Plus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Weiser Premis Smart Lock free?
Weiser Premis Smart Lock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MyStart Plus or Weiser Premis Smart Lock?
Weiser Premis Smart Lock is rated higher. MyStart Plus averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Weiser Premis Smart Lock averages 1.5 from 14 ratings.
Do MyStart Plus or Weiser Premis Smart Lock have ads?
Neither MyStart Plus nor Weiser Premis Smart Lock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MyStart Plus or Weiser Premis Smart Lock?
MyStart Plus ships an update every 2 months, and Weiser Premis Smart Lock every 35 months. Most recently, MyStart Plus was updated on November 6, 2026 and Weiser Premis Smart Lock on November 2, 2026.

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