MyAutoSmart vs SIA CoRe
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MyAutoSmart
This locksmith tool provides comprehensive car information for key generation and programming. It links ASP and STRATTEC parts to vehicles, eliminating the need for physical catalogs. An annual subscription is required for access.
- Vehicle information lookup
- Key generation assistance
- Key programming support
- ASP and STRATTEC parts linking
- Digital catalog replacement
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The favorite Locksmith tool for looking up car info for generating keys, programming keys and making sure you have the right key to do the job. ASP and STRATTEC parts are linked to the vehicle when you look it up, making it a convenient tool instead of lugging around 50 catalogs. An annual subscription is required to log-in: https://www.michaelhyde.com/AutoSmart-Advisor-Mobile-for-the-Smartphone1yr-subscription.html
SIA CoRe
This app allows users to input detailed vehicle information, create condition reports, and generate professional vehicle listings. It's designed for auction staff and CoRe system users to efficiently manage vehicle data and visual assets for sale.
- VIN/VRM decoding
- Detailed vehicle information input
- Photo capture for listings
- Customizable condition reports
- AutoGrade creation for auctions
- Damage-condition photo linking
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The SIA CoRe enables CoRe system users to decode VIN/VRM, input detailed vehicle information, take photos and write a basic or detailed condition report that is customizable for each consignor. Furthermore, auction staff can use the app to create an AutoGrade for display on the Vehicle details page and simulcast interface. The CoRe App works on all iOS version 26+ devices and form factors including the iPhone and iPad. In particular, SIA produces and licenses its CoRe vehicle-condition-report-writing tool for use with any Auction Management System. This technology allows its customers to efficiently and effectively gather vehicle information, take categorical photos, damage-condition photos linked to specific damages, and efficiently administer other auction-specific activities.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: MyAutoSmart at 4.2 against SIA CoRe's 3.3. SIA CoRe's advantage is monetization model (free vs subscription). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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.
MyAutoSmart holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 7 respectively.
MyAutoSmart ships an update every 2 months, SIA CoRe monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MyAutoSmart | SIA CoRe |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (11 ratings) — better | 3.3 (7 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | National Auto Lock Service, Inc. | Integrated Auction Solutions, LLC |
Customer experience
MyAutoSmart
SIA CoRe
In-app purchases
MyAutoSmart
No in-app purchases
SIA CoRe
No in-app purchases
