Dexter Axle vs OneControl Auto
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dexter Axle
Access product information, manuals, and instructions for trailer systems. Manage multiple trailers, track mileage, and diagnose system faults. Get quick answers to frequently asked questions and utilize the Tow Assist feature.
- Product information and manuals
- Tow Assist system interaction
- Multi-trailer management
- Odometer tracking
- System fault diagnosis
- FAQ access
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The Dexter app has many features, including product information, manuals, instructions, and the ability to interact with the Tow Assist system. Users can access the help feature and Dexter's frequently asked questions right from their phone. Tow Assist users can also manage multiple trailers, track odometer readings, and diagnose system faults from the palm of their hands.
OneControl Auto
Control and monitor your trailer remotely via Bluetooth. Adjust brake settings, track tire pressure, and prevent trailer sway for a safer towing experience. Save custom profiles for different trailers and payloads.
- Monitor trailer tire pressure
- Control trailer brake output
- Prevent trailer sway
- Create and save towing profiles
- Real-time adjustments while towing
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Manage Your Trailer from the Palm of Your Hand Take the helm and command your trailer from the palm of your hand. The OneControl Auto™ app works on iOS smartphones and makes it easy to monitor and control your trailer as you tow. Simply connect the app through Bluetooth® and control your brake controller while monitoring tire pressure and preventing trailer sway. With OneControl Auto you can make changes while towing in real-time and even create and save profiles for towing specific trailers or payloads. Compatible with CURT Tire Linc™ TPMS Monitor, Echo™ Brake Controllers & True Course Auto™ Sway Controller Tire Linc allows you to monitor your tire pressure in real time while on the road and helps you to prevent over or under-inflated tires, which can quickly lead to a dangerous blowout. CURT Echo brake controllers feature Bluetooth™ connectivity and allow you to monitor and adjust your brake level output and brake sensitivity from your smartphone. CURT True Course Auto is an automated system that prevents trailer sway when unexpected events occur, such as emergency maneuvers, high wind conditions or when tire blowouts happen. Note: Products sold separately With OneControl Auto You Can Easily: - Monitor trailer tire pressure - Control trailer brake output and sensitivity - Prevent trailer sway and avoid accidents
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Dexter Axle at 100% against OneControl Auto's 6%. Dexter Axle also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.7) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). OneControl Auto's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 20 months) and ratings volume (793 vs 6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
Dexter Axle holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OneControl Auto has 793 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Dexter Axle's written reviews are positive against 6% of OneControl Auto's.
Dexter Axle ships an update every 20 months, OneControl Auto monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dexter Axle | OneControl Auto |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (6 ratings) — better | 2.7 (793 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 5.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6 | 793 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 188 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dexter Axle | Lippert Components, Inc. |
Customer experience
Dexter Axle
OneControl Auto
Bugs and requests
Dexter Axle
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
OneControl Auto
Reported bugs
3 issues- App freezes on location permissions screen
- Brakes locking up unexpectedly
- App unable to connect to Bluetooth device
Requested features
3 requests- Dark mode option
- Improved Bluetooth stability
- Ability to use old app
In-app purchases
Dexter Axle
No in-app purchases
OneControl Auto
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Dexter Axle free?
Is OneControl Auto free?
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