Comparison

Kufatec Link vs Car Widgets

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

Head to head
About

Kufatec Link

This app allows for the configuration and control of various automotive modules featuring link technology. It enables remote tailgate operation, module setting adjustments, video-in-motion control, and detailed sound booster profile customization. The app also provides diagnostic information and allows for module updates.

Highlights
  • Car selection
  • Remote tailgate control
  • Module settings configuration
  • Video in motion enabling/disabling
  • Sound booster profile customization
  • Diagnostic vehicle data display
  • Module updates via app
Features
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With know-how and highest quality, Kufatec is offering automobile competence in all areas of the original component retrofit, cable manufacturing as well as hardware and software development. With "Kufatec-link" new standards are now set in regard to the handling and configuration of our product range with link technology. Tailgate module with Link-Technology: - Car selection - close tailgate by app (as diagnostic function) Cabrio-Pro with Link-Technology: - Setup all module settings Video in motion with Link-Technology: - Diagnostic informations from can-bus - Enabling / Disabling Soundbooster with Link-Technology: According to the version of the module there are up to 6 profiles for selecting, which can be freely configured. For each profile the following settings can be made: - Profile active/passive - Powerstart (on/off) - Speed translator - Speed-dependent volume - Simulated rough engine running - Simulated load fluctuations - Speed-dependent volume control . Accelerator-dependent volume control The characteristic diagrams can be freely configured - as before by the Windows/MAC application. Additional options are the vehicle selection, driveselect mapper (if supported by the vehicle) as well as the external sound module (unless recognized automatically). Naturally, the module now also can be updated by the app. Besides an easy profile selection in the main display, now also a virtual combination instrument is available. On this some vehicle data for diagnosing are displayed. Should you have any suggestions or even discover errors, so please send us a corresponding e-mail to appsupport@kufatec.de

About

Car Widgets

Enhance your iPhone and CarPlay with customizable widgets and dashboards. Personalize your car display with unique themes, colors, and styles for a truly unique driving experience.

Highlights
  • CarPlay-style widgets
  • Customizable dashboard designs
  • CarPlay connection sounds
  • Weather and time widgets
  • Personalized interface options
  • Premium subscription features
Features
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Car Widgets: Style Dashboard brings your iPhone to life with beautiful CarPlay-style widgets and dashboards. Customize your CarPlay experience and make your car display as unique as your ride! KEY FEATURES: - CarPlay Widgets: Add sleek, car-inspired widgets to your iPhone and CarPlay dashboard. - CarPlay Sounds: Choose from multiple connection sounds for your CarPlay. Get notifications about your phone. - Custom Dashboard Designs: Choose from multiple themes, colors, and styles to match your car’s interior or your mood. - Weather & Time Widgets: Get essential info at a glance with themed widgets that match your dashboard style. - Fully Customizable: Adjust colors, layouts, and designs to create a personalized CarPlay interface. - Subscription Features: Some premium widgets, themes, and customization options may be unlocked with a subscription. - Safe & Private: All your widget data stays on your device — we never collect personal information. WHY CHOOSE CAR WIDGETS: STYLE DASHBOARD: Transform your CarPlay and iPhone experience with automotive-inspired design. Whether you’re a car enthusiast or just love customizing your digital dashboard, this app brings style, functionality, and personalization to your fingertips. PERFECT FOR: Car enthusiasts who love customizing their dashboard Drivers who want quick access to info in a stylish format Anyone looking to personalize their CarPlay or iPhone experience HOW IT WORKS: Open the app and browse available widgets and themes. Customize your favorite dashboard layouts and designs. Add widgets to your CarPlay or iPhone home screen. Enjoy a unique, stylish dashboard that fits your car and lifestyle! Experience CarPlay like never before! Download Car Widgets: Style Dashboard and make your iPhone dashboard truly yours. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1j2eqg-0oFPCbXB7I9jQSKjq3q7g6atus9ezMsal3p8w/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pTlUEJ1WiihUi7cCqJBImfiE1ONTh-tubWO8TH33SeA/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Kufatec Link4 screens
Car Widgets4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kufatec Link at none against Car Widgets's 5. Kufatec Link also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 13%) and device support (3 vs 1). Car Widgets's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. Car Widgets sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Kufatec Link asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kufatec Link ships an update every 3 months, Car Widgets every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Kufatec Link versus Car Widgets: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKufatec LinkCar Widgets
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (579 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews — better13.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—579 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKUFATECSUPRAPPS SP Z O O

Customer experience

Kufatec Link

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral26.7%
Negative33.3%

Car Widgets

All ratings562 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral2.8%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive13.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative86.7%

In-app purchases

None

Kufatec Link

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Car Widgets

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium$5.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$8.997 Days
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  • Premium Month$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Kufatec Link free?
Kufatec Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Car Widgets free?
Car Widgets is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kufatec Link or Car Widgets have ads?
Neither Kufatec Link nor Car Widgets shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Kufatec Link or Car Widgets?
Kufatec Link ships an update every 3 months, and Car Widgets every 2 weeks. Most recently, Kufatec Link was updated on November 2, 2026 and Car Widgets on November 12, 2026.

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