Comparison

MyStart Plus vs Globe Suite

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

Globe Suite

This app provides a comprehensive smart home control system, allowing you to connect and manage various smart devices like bulbs, plugs, and cameras. It offers remote control, automation based on environmental factors, and voice assistant integration for effortless home management.

Highlights
  • Connects smart bulbs, plugs, cameras, and sensors
  • No hub required
  • Remote control from anywhere
  • Voice control with Alexa/Google Home
  • Automation based on temperature, weather, time
  • Share device control with family
  • Real-time alerts
Features
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Globe Electric – The Creative Energy Company® since 1932. Having a Smart home has never been so easy! Simply download the Globe Suite™ APP to get started. The Globe Suite™ APP is a complete smart home control system that connects your Globe Suite™ smart LED bulbs, smart plugs, smart cameras, smart sensors, and much more all under one roof. (No Hub Required) Configure, monitor and control an infinite number of Globe smart devices in one user-friendly application, right from your phone, anywhere in the world. Paired with your Amazon Alexa or Google Home, our smart devices can be quickly programmed to respond to voice control. Through the Globe Suite™ application, instruct your Globe smart products to activate according to a variety of variables including temperature, weather and time of day. Share device control with your family members and receive real-time alerts to ensure the highest level of efficiency, interactivity, control and safety for your home.

Screenshots

MyStart Plus4 screens
Globe Suite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Globe Suite at 4.4 against MyStart Plus's 1.0. Globe Suite also leads on ratings volume (5.1K vs 1) and review sentiment (41% vs 16%). MyStart Plus's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, 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

Globe Suite holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Globe Suite has 5.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of MyStart Plus's written reviews are positive against 41% of Globe Suite's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 10, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MyStart Plus versus Globe Suite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyStart PlusGlobe Suite
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.4 (5.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.1% of reviews41.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings15.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS9.3 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size148 MB269 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperDistribution Automobilite IncGlobe Electric Company Inc.

Customer experience

MyStart Plus

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

Globe Suite

All ratings5,073 ratings
Positive86.5%
Neutral3.3%
Negative10.2%
Written reviews528 reviews
Positive41.1%
Neutral8.0%
Negative50.9%

Bugs and requests

MyStart Plus

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Globe Suite

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Lights randomly disconnecting
  • App crashes on launch
  • Scenes/routines not working as expected
  • Inability to control multiple bulbs together

Requested features

5 requests
  • Bring back widget support
  • Add more color/mood presets
  • Improve Alexa/HomeKit integration
  • Allow custom RGB color selection
  • Implement sunrise/sunset automation

In-app purchases

None

MyStart Plus

No in-app purchases

None

Globe Suite

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MyStart Plus free?
MyStart Plus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Globe Suite free?
Globe Suite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MyStart Plus or Globe Suite?
Globe Suite is rated higher. MyStart Plus averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Globe Suite averages 4.4 from 5.1K ratings.
Do MyStart Plus or Globe Suite have ads?
Neither MyStart Plus nor Globe Suite shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MyStart Plus or Globe Suite?
MyStart Plus ships an update every 2 months, and Globe Suite every 2 months. Most recently, MyStart Plus was updated on June 10, 2026 and Globe Suite on September 25, 2026.

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