Comparison

CL6 vs CadetCatch

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

Head to head
About

CL6

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
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CL6™ ------- HARDWARE PURCHASE REQUIRED FOR USAGE ------- CL6™ 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 CL6™ 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 CL6™ on your vehicle, a CL6™ device and compatible remote starter must be installed onto your vehicle. To find an authorized CL6™ retailer, visit https://mycarcontrols.com/find-a-dealer.html NOW COMPATIBLE WITH APPLE WATCH Control any of your vehicles securely. Remote Start/Stop your engine, control your vehicle doorlocks and GPS locate your vehicle from your Apple Watch using the CL6™ watch app. Download the smartphone app and the watch app will automatically download onto your Apple watch. For more details, please visit https://mycarcontrols.com/watch.html INTERNET CONNECTION REQUIRED In order to use the CL6™ App, it will require a connection to the internet via cellular or WiFi. 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 and MyCar device signal strength *Instant locate feature included with basic plan. REMOTE STARTER COMPATIBILITY CL6™ 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 (adapter required) • 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 POLARSTART • PRS-13 • PRS-16 VOXX • Flashlogic: All FLRS, FLRSBA, FLCMVW remote start modules • FLCAN (adapter required) • 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) STANDALONE MODE Only Instant GPS locate function is active. All other functions are disabled. For more details on which product is compatible with CL6™, visit https://mycarcontrols.com/find-a-dealer.html APP OWNER’S GUIDE Please consult the "Help section" inside our App for a detailed Owners Guide. KEYWORDS CL6, MyCar, Car Starter, Remote Starter, MyCar Controls, Vehicle Control, Car Access, Locate my car, Voxx SUPPORT URL http://www.carlink6.com/ © COPYRIGHT © Copyright CL6™   2020 Automobility Distribution Inc. All Rights Reserved.

About

CadetCatch

Features
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CadetCatch helps Coast Guard Academy families keep up with cadet photos without digging through every gallery by hand. Create a private roster on your iPhone, add approved photo pages, check those pages for possible face matches, review match details, view selected results, save likely finds, and keep simple notes for family follow-up. CadetCatch checks only photo pages you add or enable. Private albums stay private unless you choose to share an accessible link. Privacy Policy: https://eb28.co/cc/privacy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

CL64 screens
CadetCatch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CL6 at none against CadetCatch's 3. CL6 also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence and ads 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. CadetCatch sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. CL6 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CL6 ships an update monthly, CadetCatch every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CL6 versus CadetCatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCL6CadetCatch
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (273 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews49.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings273 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS9.3 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size123 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDistribution Automobilite IncDIGITAL SYNC, LLC, THE

Bugs and requests

CL6

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

CadetCatch

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

CL6

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

CadetCatch

Subscriptions1
  • Family Monthly$12.991 Month
One-time2
  • One-Time Photo Check$1.99
  • Unlock One Photo$1.99

Questions

Is CL6 free?
CL6 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CadetCatch free?
CadetCatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CL6 or CadetCatch have ads?
Neither CL6 nor CadetCatch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CL6 or CadetCatch?
CL6 ships an update monthly, and CadetCatch every 6 weeks. Most recently, CL6 was updated on September 18, 2026 and CadetCatch on September 9, 2026.

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