MyStart Plus vs apiALARM
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Remote engine start/stop
- Keyless entry
- Trunk release
- Motorized liftgate control
- Security system arm/disarm
- GPS location tracking
- Push notifications
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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.
apiALARM
Manage your home or business security, locks, lights, and video cameras from a single application. Receive intelligent alerts, view live video feeds, and automate daily routines for comprehensive protection against crime, fire, and environmental hazards.
- Remote property control
- Intelligent alerts & live video
- Automate security routines
- Control locks and lights
- Two-way audio via doorbell camera
- Manage multiple business locations
- Respond to alarm events
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Keep your home or business connected, protected and one step ahead with a.p.i. ALARM'S mobile app. Connect your security, locks, lights, video cameras and more through a single app that protects you from crime, fire, carbon monoxide and even water damage. One app for your iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch makes it easy to: * Remotely control your entire property * Know what’s going on with intelligent alerts and live video feeds * Automate your daily security routine and other repetitive tasks apiALARM is fully supported on your Apple Watch. So, accessing your system is as easy as checking the time. Note: apiALARM requires a compatible system and an interactive a.p.i. ALARM service plan. Feature availability varies based on system, equipment and specific service plan. Visit apialarm.com for more information. Some of apiALARM’s Home Features: * Control your security panel, locks and lights from anywhere * Receive customizable alerts when people arrive and leave or when there’s unexpected activity * Watch live and recorded video from your cameras * Talk to visitors through your doorbell camera and unlock your door Some of apiALARM’s Business Features: * Arm/disarm your security panel across multiple locations * Receive alerts if a location opens late or an employee access a restricted area * Video alerts based on specific types of activity * Automate lights, locks and thermostats * Track and manage access to multiple locations * Buzz open access controlled doors * Respond to alarm events and alert emergency personnel
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: apiALARM at 4.7 against MyStart Plus's 1.0. apiALARM also leads on ratings volume (15 vs 1) and review sentiment (28% vs 16%). MyStart Plus's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 17.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
apiALARM holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: apiALARM has 15 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 28% of apiALARM's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MyStart Plus | apiALARM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 4.7 (15 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 16.1% of reviews | 27.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 15 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 9.3 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 148 MB | 375 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Automobility Distribution | a.p.i. ALARM Inc. |
Customer experience
MyStart Plus
apiALARM
In-app purchases
MyStart Plus
No in-app purchases
apiALARM
No in-app purchases
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