# CL6 vs Smart Car Key

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CL6 at 50% against Smart Car Key's 0%. CL6 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (280 vs 53). Smart Car Key's advantage is rating (3.8 vs 3.0) and update cadence (daily vs monthly). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Car Key sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. CL6 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Smart Car Key holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CL6 has 280 ratings behind it against 53, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of CL6's written reviews are positive against 0% of Smart Car Key's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

CL6 ships an update monthly, Smart Car Key daily. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | CL6 | Smart Car Key |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (280 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cl6/id1221007547/reviews) | **[3.8 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-car-key-remote-connect/id6443840323/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **280** | 53 |
| Positive reviews | **49.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Daily** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 123 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 14.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Automobility Distribution](https://appshunter.io/developer/1126478871) | [SUNNY AUTOMOTIVE VINA COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1649886444) |

## What reviewers say

### CL6

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cl6/id1221007547)

This system allows you to remotely control your vehicle's functions, including locking/unlocking doors, starting/stopping the engine, and locating your car. It requires a hardware purchase and professional installation, but offers convenient control via your smartphone or smartwatch.

**Highlights:** Remote engine start/stop, Keyless entry and trunk release, Vehicle GPS location, Security system arming/disarming, Customizable auxiliary functions, Push notifications for alerts, Apple Watch compatibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reliable remote start
- 👍 Convenient app features
- 🔒 Secure access
- 💡 Helpful GPS tracking
- 🚗 Works with various vehicles

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔄 Slow refresh/connectivity issues
- 🔋 Unreliable battery status
- 🔒 Lack of security notifications
- 🤖 Poor customer support

**Reported bugs**

- App not working after updates
- Inconsistent lock/unlock status
- GPS location not updating properly
- Subscription renewal issues

**Requested features**

- Scheduled remote start
- Integration with Siri/Google Assistant
- Ability to open car location in maps
- Apple Watch app
- Customizable app interface


### Smart Car Key

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-car-key-remote-connect/id6443840323)

Control your car remotely via your smartphone. Track its location, lock/unlock doors, and manage maintenance schedules. This app helps you stay connected to your vehicle.

**Highlights:** Remote lock and unlock, Vehicle status monitoring, Car location tracking, Maintenance scheduling, Saved place pins

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Car Key Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium Car Key Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CL6 free?

CL6 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Smart Car Key free?

Smart Car Key is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CL6 or Smart Car Key?

Smart Car Key is rated higher. CL6 averages 3.0 out of 5 from 280 ratings, while Smart Car Key averages 3.8 from 53 ratings.

### Do CL6 or Smart Car Key have ads?

Neither CL6 nor Smart Car Key shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CL6 or Smart Car Key?

CL6 ships an update monthly, and Smart Car Key daily. Most recently, CL6 was updated on October 24, 2026 and Smart Car Key on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*