Comparison

SmartControls vs FlashLink Mobile

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

Head to head
About

SmartControls

This app allows you to remotely control your vehicle's starter system, lock/unlock doors, and receive security alerts. It requires a specific hardware add-on and professional installation to function.

Highlights
  • Remote engine start/stop
  • Keyless entry and trunk release
  • Security system arming/disarming
  • Push notifications for alerts
  • Up to 1.5 miles operating range
  • Multi-vehicle operation
Features
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Connected SmartControl™ ------- HARDWARE PURCHASE REQUIRED FOR USAGE ------- Connected SmartControl™ is the fastest, easiest, most versatile and complete remote starter Add-on Smart Antenna and Remote Control system utilizing a smartphone solution to stay connected with your vehicle with up to 1.5 miles of operating range. Using the Connected SmartControl™ app, you can control your vehicle doors (Lock/Unlock), remote Start or Stop your engine and more. PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION REQUIRED In order to use Connected SmartControl™ on your vehicle, a Connected SmartControl™ device and compatible remote starter must be installed onto your vehicle. To find an authorized Connected SmartControl™ retailer, visit https://connectedremotestart.com/find-a-dealer.html KEY FEATURES • No monthly fees • 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 • Push notifications for security alerts • System Bluetooth connection status • Real-time smartphone interaction • Intuitive user display • Alarm notification with zones identification • True runtime display • Environment temperature • Vehicle and transmitter battery level indicator • Multi vehicle operation • True 2-way communication™ powered by LoRa technology™ • BLE Direct Connect pair up to 4 smartphones directly to the antenna REMOTE STARTER COMPATIBILITY Connected SmartControl™ 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 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 VOXX • Flashlogic: All FLRS remote start modules • FLCAN • 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) For more details on which product is compatible with Connected SmartControl™, visit https://connectedremotestart.com/find-a-dealer.html APP OWNER’S GUIDE Please consult the Help section of the App for detailed Owners Guide. KEYWORDS Connected, SmartControl, Car Starter, Remote Starter, Vehicle Control, Car Access, Automobility SUPPORT URL https://www.connectedremotestart.com/sc1/ © COPYRIGHT © Copyright Connected SmartControl™ 2019 Lightwave Technology Inc. All Rights Reserved.

About

FlashLink Mobile

This application connects to a Bluetooth device to set up and manage vehicle remote starters and bypass modules. It allows users to select vehicles, update firmware, change settings, and access installation guides and technical support.

Highlights
  • Connects to Bluetooth device
  • Vehicle remote starter setup
  • Bypass module configuration
  • Firmware updates
  • Option settings
  • Installation guides
  • Technical support
Features
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Fortin FlashLink Mobile App is an application that allows the user to connect to the FlashLink Mobile Bluetooth device (sold separately) in order to detect and setup a Fortin remote starter or bypass module. The app allows the user to select a specific vehicle and a firmware version, change options settings, process DCryptor jobs, access installation guides as well as multiple built-in or external technical support tools. FlashLink Mobile App Key Features: - Fortin product auto-detection - Specific vehicle selection - Firmware updates - Module options - DCryptor Technology - Access to vehicle specific installation guides - Technical support requests Products compatibility: - EVO-ONE - EVO-ALL - EVO-KEY - KEY-OVERRIDE-ALL - And much more About the FlashLink Mobile device: - Wireless Device (Bluetooth®) - OBD Connector - Data-Link Connector - AC Adapter (Sold Separately) - Visit fortin.ca to learn more about the product or to find an authorized reseller Fortin Electronic Systems is a world leading developer and manufacturer of integrated consumer solutions for vehicle control and connectivity including remote car starters, immobilizer bypass modules, RF devices and in-vehicle electronic accessories.

Screenshots

SmartControls4 screens
FlashLink Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SmartControls at 2.6 against FlashLink Mobile's 2.1. SmartControls also leads on review sentiment (43% vs 29%) 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

SmartControls holds the better App Store score, 2.6 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of SmartControls's written reviews are positive against 29% of FlashLink Mobile's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartControls ships an update monthly, FlashLink Mobile every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 5, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SmartControls versus FlashLink Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartControlsFlashLink Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (5 ratings) — better2.1 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews — better28.6% of reviews
Number of ratings58 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size170 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLightwavetechnologyFortin Auto Radio Inc

Customer experience

SmartControls

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%

FlashLink Mobile

All ratings8 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative71.4%

In-app purchases

None

SmartControls

No in-app purchases

None

FlashLink Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SmartControls free?
SmartControls is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FlashLink Mobile free?
FlashLink Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SmartControls or FlashLink Mobile?
SmartControls is rated higher. SmartControls averages 2.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while FlashLink Mobile averages 2.1 from 8 ratings.
Do SmartControls or FlashLink Mobile have ads?
Neither SmartControls nor FlashLink Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SmartControls or FlashLink Mobile?
SmartControls ships an update monthly, and FlashLink Mobile every 3 months. Most recently, SmartControls was updated on September 5, 2026 and FlashLink Mobile on September 18, 2026.

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