Comparison

LOCKLY® vs Link Car Care

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

Head to head
About

LOCKLY®

Manage your older Lockly smart locks and safes. Remotely control access, generate temporary codes, and monitor activity logs. Integrates with voice assistants for convenient, hands-free operation.

Highlights
  • Remote lock/unlock
  • Offline Access Codes™
  • Activity log viewing
  • Voice assistant integration
  • Guided device setup
Features
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Legacy Support for Classic Lockly Devices​ This app supports earlier Lockly smart locks and smart safes. It’s the reliable companion for your existing devices.​ Remote Control – Lock or unlock doors remotely, check status and receive notifications.​ Share Access Easily – Create temporary or permanent Offline Access Codes™ and eKeys for family and visitors.​ View Activity Logs – Track who comes and goes with comprehensive entry history.​ Voice Assistant Integration – Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for hands‑free control.​ Simple Setup – Pair your Lockly devices quickly using the app’s guided steps.​ Have a Zeno Series, Lockly Styla or Secure Pro 2025 Edition? Unlock live video, facial recognition and Apple Home Key capabilities by downloading our new Lockly Home app—designed to bring you the next generation of smart‑access solutions.​ Note: Feature availability varies depending on your Lockly model; consult your product documentation for details.​ Subscription Plans: 1 lock subscription per month $2.00 / month / 1 Lock 2 lock subscription per month $4.00 / month / 2 Locks 3 lock subscription per month $6.00 / month / 3 Locks 4 lock subscription per month $8.00 / month / 4 Locks 5 lock subscription per month $10.00 / month / 5 Locks 1 lock subscription per year $19.00 / year / 1 Lock 2 lock subscription per year $38.00 / year / 2 Locks 3 lock subscription per year $57.00 / year / 3 Locks 4 lock subscription per year $76.00 / year / 4 Locks 5 lock subscription per year $95.00 / year / 5 Locks *The auto-renewal subscription service provides you with Lockly Tapcom's unlocking and audio/video call privileges.The subscription service provides you with unlimited storage. The auto-renewal date will be one month or one year from the subscription date (your choice). When the current subscription period ends, you will be automatically charged. After subscribing, you cannot cancel the current subscription within 24 hours before the auto-renewal date, until the next subscription period begins. You can change this setting by going to your "Account Settings. Terms of Use: https://lockly.com/pages/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://lockly.com/pages/privacy-policy

About

Link Car Care

Schedule car washes easily by selecting a time and location. Customize your wash with premium packages and add-ons. Securely pay within the app and receive timely reminders for your appointments.

Highlights
  • Effortless scheduling
  • Customized wash options
  • Location-based station recommendations
  • Secure in-app payment
  • Appointment reminders and notifications
  • User ratings and reviews
Features
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Key Features of Link Car Care: Effortless Scheduling: Choose a date and time that works best for you, and our app will find the nearest participating car wash station with availability. No more waiting in line or rushing to make it before closing time. Customized Options: Tailor your car wash experience to meet your specific needs. Select from a range of premium wash packages, add-ons, and additional services, ensuring your vehicle receives the care it deserves. Location-based Convenience: Our app uses your current location to recommend the most convenient car wash stations nearby, taking the guesswork out of finding the perfect place to keep your car spotless. Payment Integration: Link Car Care lets you securely store your payment information, so you can easily complete transactions within the app. Say goodbye to fumbling for cash or credit cards at the car wash. Reminders and Notifications: Never miss a scheduled appointment again. Our app sends you timely reminders and notifications, keeping you informed about upcoming washes and ensuring your car maintenance is on track. Ratings and Reviews: Discover the best car wash stations in your area with the help of user ratings and reviews. Make informed decisions and choose trusted establishments that deliver exceptional service. Experience the future of car care with the Link Car Care app. Download it today and enjoy the convenience, flexibility, and peace of mind that come with effortless car wash scheduling. Get ready to have a sparkling clean car, effortlessly

Screenshots

LOCKLY®4 screens
Link Car Care4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Link Car Care at 100% against LOCKLY®'s 47%. Link Car Care also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 11). LOCKLY®'s advantage is ratings volume (8K vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. LOCKLY® sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month. Link Car Care asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Link Car Care holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LOCKLY® has 8K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of LOCKLY®'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Link Car Care's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LOCKLY® ships an update monthly, Link Car Care every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
LOCKLY® versus Link Car Care: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLOCKLY®Link Car Care
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (8K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews47.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8K — better2
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.4 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size207 MB31 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperPIN GENIE LIMITEDLink Roadside LLC

Customer experience

LOCKLY®

All ratings8,017 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral3.4%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews213 reviews
Positive47.4%
Neutral15.0%
Negative37.6%

Link Car Care

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

LOCKLY®

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App frequently loses connection to the lock
  • Fingerprint reader not always responsive
  • Inconsistent behavior when manually locking/unlocking the door
  • Firmware updates causing issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for Apple HomeKit and other smart home integrations
  • Improve notification and log features
  • Allow multiple admin users for shared homes
  • Implement scheduling and automation options

Link Car Care

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

LOCKLY®

Subscriptions11
  • 1 lock subscription per month$2.001 Month
  • 2 lock subscription per month$4.001 Month
  • 3 lock subscription per month$6.001 Month
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  • 4 lock subscription per month$8.001 Month
  • 5 lock subscription per month$10.001 Month
  • 1 lock subscription per year$19.001 Year
  • 2 lock subscription per year$38.001 Year
  • 3 lock subscription per year$57.001 Year
  • 4 lock subscription per year$76.001 Year
  • 5 lock subscription per year$95.001 Year
  • 5 locks subscription per year$119.991 Year
None

Link Car Care

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LOCKLY® free?
LOCKLY® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Link Car Care free?
Link Car Care is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, LOCKLY® or Link Car Care?
Link Car Care is rated higher. LOCKLY® averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8K ratings, while Link Car Care averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do LOCKLY® or Link Car Care have ads?
Neither LOCKLY® nor Link Car Care shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LOCKLY® or Link Car Care?
LOCKLY® ships an update monthly, and Link Car Care every 2 months. Most recently, LOCKLY® was updated on October 26, 2026 and Link Car Care on October 24, 2026.

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