# DroneMobile vs MyCar Controls

The clearest difference is rating: DroneMobile at 4.8 against MyCar Controls's 2.8. DroneMobile also leads on ratings volume (28K vs 119). MyCar Controls's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 15.6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

DroneMobile holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DroneMobile has 28K ratings behind it against 119, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of DroneMobile's written reviews are positive against 33% of MyCar Controls's.

DroneMobile ships an update every 2 months, MyCar Controls monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DroneMobile | MyCar Controls |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dronemobile/id380549030/reviews)** | [2.8 (119 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mycar-controls/id1126511815/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **28K** | 119 |
| Positive reviews | **38.3% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 228 MB | 119 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **9.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Firstech, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/380549036) | [Automobility Distribution](https://appshunter.io/developer/1126478871) |

## What reviewers say

### DroneMobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dronemobile/id380549030)

Control and track your vehicle remotely from your smartphone or smartwatch. Lock/unlock doors, start the engine, and receive alerts for security and maintenance. Requires hardware installation.

**Highlights:** Remote start, Lock/unlock doors, GPS tracking, Widget control, Apple Watch app, Security alerts, Maintenance reminders

**Features:** Siri integration, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Remote start/control from anywhere
- 🔒 Security features (alarm, GPS tracking)
- 👍 Convenient app and Apple Watch integration
- 💡 Useful features (battery status, maintenance)
- 🚗 Works great when it does

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues, app not always responsive
- ⏱️ Limited remote start duration
- 🔑 Requires multiple steps for basic functions
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🤖 Unreliable notifications/alerts

**Reported bugs**

- Doors show incorrect locked/unlocked status
- GPS not accurately tracking vehicle location
- Login/password issues after app updates
- Frequent server downtime/outages

**Requested features**

- Add NFC/local control for when out of cell range
- Implement winter timer/remote start automation
- Allow customizable alert sounds
- Make single car the default for all commands


### MyCar Controls

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mycar-controls/id1126511815)

This app allows you to remotely control your vehicle's functions, including starting and stopping the engine, locking and unlocking doors, and locating your car. It requires specific hardware to be installed in your vehicle and an internet connection for operation.

**Highlights:** Remote engine start/stop, Remote door lock/unlock, Vehicle GPS location, Trunk release, Motorized liftgate control, Security system arming/disarming, Customizable auxiliary functions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 🔒 Secure remote access
- 💡 Useful features like GPS location and battery status

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
- 🔋 Unreliable in cold weather
- 🤯 Poor customer support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after recent update
- Subscription renewal problems
- Inconsistent remote start functionality

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app integration
- Siri/Shortcuts support
- Customizable app interface


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DroneMobile free?

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

### Is MyCar Controls free?

MyCar Controls is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DroneMobile or MyCar Controls?

DroneMobile is rated higher. DroneMobile averages 4.8 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while MyCar Controls averages 2.8 from 119 ratings.

### Do DroneMobile or MyCar Controls have ads?

Neither DroneMobile nor MyCar Controls shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DroneMobile or MyCar Controls?

DroneMobile ships an update every 2 months, and MyCar Controls monthly. Most recently, DroneMobile was updated on November 1, 2026 and MyCar Controls on October 29, 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.*