# MyNextbase Connect vs THINKWARE CONNECTED

The clearest difference is rating: MyNextbase Connect at 4.0 against THINKWARE CONNECTED's 2.4. MyNextbase Connect also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (852 vs 5). THINKWARE CONNECTED's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. THINKWARE CONNECTED sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. MyNextbase Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

MyNextbase Connect holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MyNextbase Connect has 852 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 10% of MyNextbase Connect's written reviews are positive against 15% of THINKWARE CONNECTED's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

MyNextbase Connect ships an update every 2 months, THINKWARE CONNECTED fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MyNextbase Connect | THINKWARE CONNECTED |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (852 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mynextbase-connect/id1437376020/reviews)** | [2.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thinkware-connected/id1502055879/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **852** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 10.2% of reviews | **15.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 142 MB | 115 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NEXTBASE UK](https://appshunter.io/developer/1088562775) | [THINKWARE SYSTEMS CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/403472990) |

## What reviewers say

### MyNextbase Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mynextbase-connect/id1437376020)

This app allows users to control and manage their compatible Nextbase Dash Cam. View recorded videos, access smart parking features, and utilize Alexa for hands-free assistance. It also offers Emergency SOS and a Road Safety Club for enhanced driving safety.

**Highlights:** Video playback with Google Maps integration, Smart Parking recording trigger, Hands-free Alexa voice control, Emergency SOS with location sharing, Road Safety Club for shared danger alerts, Dash Cam settings adjustment, Firmware updates

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 📹 Great video quality
- 🔒 Helpful SOS feature
- 🚀 Seamless app connectivity (for some)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable app connectivity and functionality
- ⏱️ Slow video download speeds
- 🔍 Difficulty accessing/viewing recorded footage
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 💤 Inconsistent/unreliable recording

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Connectivity issues between app and dash cam
- Inability to update firmware or view videos
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Improved app stability and reliability
- Faster video download speeds
- Easier access to recorded footage
- Better battery life management
- More consistent/reliable recording


### THINKWARE CONNECTED

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thinkware-connected/id1502055879)

This app connects to compatible dash cams, offering real-time vehicle monitoring and alerts. It provides features like remote live view, impact notifications with video playback, and vehicle location tracking. Users can also review driving history and update dash cam firmware remotely.

**Highlights:** Remote Live View, Real-time Parking Impact Video, Real-time Vehicle Location, Captured Image of Most Recent Parking, Vehicle Status Monitoring, Driving History Review, Remote Firmware Updates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LTE BASIC (1 Month) | $3.49 | one-time |
| LTE PREMIUM (1 Month) | $6.90 | one-time |
| LTE EXTENDED (1 Month) | $6.90 | one-time |
| Wi-Fi EXTENDED (1 Month) | $6.90 | one-time |
| LTE PREMIUM (1 Month) | $8.90 | one-time |
| LTE BASIC (1 Year) | $34.99 | one-time |
| LTE PREMIUM (1 Year) | $69.00 | one-time |
| LTE EXTENDED (1 Year) | $69.00 | one-time |
| Wi-Fi EXTENDED (1 Year) | $69.00 | one-time |
| LTE PREMIUM (1 Year) | $89.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works well (when connected)
- 👍 Live streaming capability
- 👍 GPS mapping of locations
- 👍 Regular updates and fixes (mentioned once)
- 👍 Real-time footage for incidents

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Extremely difficult to connect
- ❌ App is buggy and unreliable
- ❌ Registration process is a nightmare
- ❌ Poor user interface and instructions
- ❌ Frequent disconnections

**Reported bugs**

- App does not connect
- Barcode scanning is blurry or doesn't work
- Serial number entry fails
- Cannot register device
- App disconnects after a few minutes

**Requested features**

- Add dark mode
- Request live view
- Show battery percentage
- Add radar health check
- Improve app connectivity


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MyNextbase Connect free?

MyNextbase Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is THINKWARE CONNECTED free?

THINKWARE CONNECTED is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MyNextbase Connect or THINKWARE CONNECTED?

MyNextbase Connect is rated higher. MyNextbase Connect averages 4.0 out of 5 from 852 ratings, while THINKWARE CONNECTED averages 2.4 from 5 ratings.

### Do MyNextbase Connect or THINKWARE CONNECTED have ads?

Neither MyNextbase Connect nor THINKWARE CONNECTED shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MyNextbase Connect or THINKWARE CONNECTED?

MyNextbase Connect ships an update every 2 months, and THINKWARE CONNECTED fortnightly. Most recently, MyNextbase Connect was updated on September 25, 2026 and THINKWARE CONNECTED on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*