Comparison

Land Rover Remote vs Yale Access

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

Head to head
About

Land Rover Remote

Stay connected to your vehicle remotely for enhanced security and comfort. Prepare for trips, locate your car, and manage settings like temperature and door locks. Plan journeys and access vehicle information from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Remote vehicle location
  • Check fuel range and alerts
  • Lock/unlock doors
  • Remote climate control
  • Journey planning
  • Request roadside assistance
  • Beep and flash functionality
Features
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The Land Rover Remote App keeps you in touch with your Land Rover when you're not in your vehicle, delivering greater control than ever before over security and comfort settings. The App's enhanced features, improved functionality and intuitive interface affords peace of mind, more efficient journey planning and greater well-being for you and your passengers. Use the App to remotely: - Prepare for a trip by checking fuel range and dashboard alerts - Locate your vehicle on a map and get walking directions to it - Check if doors or windows are open - View journey information - In the event of a breakdown, request Optimized Land Rover Assistance - Plan future journeys and sync with your vehicle* - Connect your favorite music and lifestyle applications to your InControl account for use in vehicle.* For vehicles with InControl Remote Premium, the following additional features are available: - Check on your vehicle security status and lock/unlock your vehicle if required - Cool or heat your vehicle to the desired temperature prior to your journey* - Locate your vehicle in a crowded car park with 'beep and flash' functionality. *Availability and function depending on vehicle capability, software and market. Download the Land Rover InControl Remote App and then log in using your Land Rover InControl username and password to connect to your vehicle. This App requires subscription to one of the following packages fitted to the vehicle: - InControl Protect - InControl Remote - InControl Remote Premium. For further information, including which models Land Rover InControl is available on, visit www.landroverincontrol.com For technical assistance, visit the owner's section of www.landrover.com. IMPORTANT: ONLY JAGUAR/LAND ROVER OFFICIAL APPS MAY BE USED TO ACCESS YOUR VEHICLE OR ITS FUNCTIONS. Official Apps are recognizable as originating from "Jaguar Limited" or "Land Rover" or "JLR-Land Rover" or "JLR-Land Rover" or "Jaguar Land Rover Limited." Unofficial apps are not endorsed in any way by Jaguar Land Rover Limited. We have no control or responsibility over them. Use of unofficial apps may cause security risks or other harm to the vehicle and its functions. JLR will not be responsible under vehicle warranty or in any manner for any loss or damage you suffer resulting from the use of unofficial apps. Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

Yale Access

Control and secure your home with smart lock technology. Manage access for family and guests, receive activity alerts, and enjoy peace of mind knowing your property is protected. This app is compatible with specific Yale and August smart lock models in the US and Canada.

Highlights
  • Smart lock control
  • Home security management
  • Access for family and guests
  • Activity alerts
  • Peace of mind
  • Compatible with Yale and August locks
Features
Currently charting
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Yale locks using the Yale Access app are supported exclusively in the United States and Canada. Yale Access offers you everyday convenience and trusted security for your entire home through smart security solutions and the Yale Access app. We’re here to help you protect the things that matter the most. Peace of mind is only a tap away. This app is for products available in the U.S. and Canada only. Compatible products include: Yale Assure Locks - Yale Assure Lock with Wi-Fi (YRD2x6-WF1 , YRD2x6-CBA , YRD6x6-WF1 and YRD6x6-CBA) - Yale Assure Lever with Wi-Fi (YRL2x6-WF1 and YRL2x6-CBA) - Yale Assure Lock 2 - All Models (YRD4x0) - Yale Assure Lock for Andersen Doors with Wi-Fi Yale Smart Cabinet Lock Yale Smart Safe Yale Smart Delivery Box August Smart Locks August Smart Keypads Emtek EMPowered Smart Lock

Screenshots

Land Rover Remote4 screens
Yale Access4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Yale Access at free with in-app purchases against Land Rover Remote's subscription. Yale Access also leads on chart position (#206 vs unranked) and review sentiment (41% vs 30%). Land Rover Remote's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Land Rover Remote against 4.9 for Yale Access. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 48K and 77K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 30% of Land Rover Remote's written reviews are positive against 41% of Yale Access's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Land Rover Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, Yale Access fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Land Rover Remote versus Yale Access: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLand Rover RemoteYale Access
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (48K ratings)4.9 (77K ratings) — better
Positive reviews29.7% of reviews40.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings48K77K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank—#206 — better
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.6.1
Further details — not scored
Size184 MB308 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLand RoverAugust Home, Inc.

Customer experience

Land Rover Remote

All ratings47,633 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral2.4%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews1,856 reviews
Positive29.7%
Neutral13.2%
Negative57.1%

Yale Access

All ratings76,358 ratings
Positive97.8%
Neutral1.1%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews493 reviews
Positive40.8%
Neutral10.8%
Negative48.5%

User reviews

Land Rover Remote

From 48K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Remote start and climate control
  • 🔒 Secure vehicle tracking and monitoring
  • 👍 Convenient app features
  • 💡 Helpful in cold/hot weather

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent connectivity and functionality
  • 🔍 Limited remote control features
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🕰️ Slow response times

Yale Access

From 77K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Convenient keyless entry
  • 🔒 Secure lock with fingerprint scanner
  • 👍 Easy to set up and use
  • 👍 Great for short-term rentals
  • 👍 Responsive and reliable

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and bugs
  • 🔋 No battery level indicator
  • 🔒 Cannot remove self as guest on others' locks
  • 👎 Unreliable auto-lock/unlock feature
  • 👎 Poor customer support

Bugs and requests

Land Rover Remote

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes or fails to connect
  • Inaccurate vehicle status reporting
  • Issues with remote start and locking/unlocking
  • Account/vehicle registration problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to control heated seats and steering wheel
  • Scheduled remote start
  • Improved Apple Watch integration
  • Ability to close windows remotely

Yale Access

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App shows incorrect lock status
  • Issues with adding/deleting users
  • Connectivity problems between lock and app
  • Firmware updates causing functionality issues
  • Incompatibility with certain devices/networks

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add battery level indicator
  • Allow users to remove themselves as guests
  • Improve auto-lock/unlock functionality
  • Provide better integration with smart home platforms
  • Enhance app UI and UX

In-app purchases

None

Land Rover Remote

No in-app purchases

None

Yale Access

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Land Rover Remote free?
Land Rover Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Yale Access free?
Yale Access is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Land Rover Remote or Yale Access?
Yale Access is rated higher. Land Rover Remote averages 4.7 out of 5 from 48K ratings, while Yale Access averages 4.9 from 77K ratings.
Do Land Rover Remote or Yale Access have ads?
Yale Access shows ads; Land Rover Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, Land Rover Remote or Yale Access?
Land Rover Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, and Yale Access fortnightly. Most recently, Land Rover Remote was updated on November 1, 2026 and Yale Access on November 1, 2026.

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