TRIGGER ACS Plus vs DirectLoader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TRIGGER ACS Plus
Control wireless accessory systems for vehicles, including lighting and power functions. Customize settings, monitor battery voltage, and set alerts for low power. Simplify accessory installation by eliminating the need for extensive wiring.
- Control wireless accessory controllers
- Manage power and dimming functions
- Strobe feature for lighting
- Set switch function (toggle/momentary)
- Customize accessory names
- Monitor battery voltage
- Set low-voltage cut-off and alerts
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Control our ever expanding TRIGGER Wireless Accessory Controller System with our all new completely redesigned app! Connect to our TRIGGER 6 SHOOTER and 4 PLUS Wireless Controllers, and now the new ONE Bluetooth Relay! Control power and dimming functions as well as a strobe feature when used with LED or conventional lighting. It is simple to set up and allows for user customization. Use the app to “Trigger” lights from outside the vehicle whenever you might need to activate an accessory on demand. App features, Universal: - Dim and/or flash connected lights - Set switch function to either standard toggle or momentary - Set and edit custom accessory names App Features, 6 Shooter only: - Monitor voltage of connected battery - Set custom low-voltage cut-off value to shut down the controller - Set alerts if battery falls below user defined low-voltage threshold - Customize switch back-light colors, save and recall favorites The Trigger Wireless Accessory Control Systems save time and simplify installation of your electronic accessories! Eliminate the need to run wires under the dash or through the firewall of your vehicle. Once installed, setup instructions are available in-app or see our website www.triggercontroller.com for product support and how-to videos.
DirectLoader
This app allows authorized installers to wirelessly flash and program select remote start and security systems. It provides access to vehicle wiring databases, installation guides, and technical updates for DIRECTED by VOXX products.
- Wireless flashing for DS4/DS4+ modules
- Wired/Wireless flashing for DBALL2, DB3, DS3/DS3+ modules
- Wired/Wireless 'Bitwriter' programming
- DirectWire vehicle wiring database access
- Installation guides and technical news
- SmartStart activation
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DirectLoader App – Wirelessly flash and program select DIRECTED by VOXX Remote Start & Security systems. “For Installers, By Installers” At DIRECTECHS, our motto is “For Installers, By Installers.” We are committed to supporting installation technicians with our decades of technical experience, unrivaled passion, and dedication to the industry. Note: This app is intended for use only by authorized DIRECTED by VOXX Dealers and Distributors. Login credentials are required to access DIRECTECHS resources, which include the DirectWire vehicle wiring and information database, installation guides, online training, tech tips, and much more. With the DirectLoader APP, along with the DLOADER4, you can flash and program our analog and digital products, including many legacy products, along with mobile access to the following features and functions: • Wirelessly flash DS4/DS4+ modules (DLOADER4 not required) • Wired/Wireless flashing for DBALL2, DB3, DS3/DS3+ modules (DLOADER4 required) • Wired/Wireless ‘Bitwriter’ programming for supported analog systems (DLOADER4 required) • DirectWire Access • Installation Guides • Technical News Alerts and ‘Vehicles Added’ updates • DIRECTED by VOXX SmartStart Activation
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: DirectLoader at 3.4 against TRIGGER ACS Plus's 1.9. DirectLoader also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 21%). TRIGGER ACS Plus's advantage is ratings volume (42 vs 5) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). 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.
DirectLoader holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TRIGGER ACS Plus has 42 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of TRIGGER ACS Plus's written reviews are positive against 50% of DirectLoader's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TRIGGER ACS Plus | DirectLoader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.9 (42 ratings) | 3.4 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 21.4% of reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 42 — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Oracle | VOXX Electronics Corp |
Customer experience
TRIGGER ACS Plus
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In-app purchases
TRIGGER ACS Plus
No in-app purchases
DirectLoader
No in-app purchases
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