# DroneMobile vs Toyota

The clearest difference is monetization model: DroneMobile at free against Toyota's free with in-app purchases. DroneMobile also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). Toyota's advantage is ratings volume (914K vs 28K) and chart position (#16 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for DroneMobile against 4.8 for Toyota. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Toyota has 914K ratings behind it against 28K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 38% and 39% positive.

DroneMobile ships an update every 2 months, Toyota monthly. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | DroneMobile | Toyota |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dronemobile/id380549030/reviews) | **[4.8 (914K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/toyota/id1455685357/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 28K | **914K** |
| Positive reviews | 38.3% of reviews | **38.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#16** |
| Size | 228 MB | 623 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Firstech, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/380549036) | [Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/327347182) |

## 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


### Toyota

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/toyota/id1455685357)

**Currently charting:** #16 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Manage your vehicle remotely, schedule service, and access navigation and safety features. Stay connected to your car for convenience, safety, and peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Remote engine start/stop, Remote door lock/unlock, Service scheduling and vehicle health tracking, Cloud navigation and voice commands, Roadside assistance support, Access owner's manuals and warranty guides

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Remote start and lock/unlock features
- 👍 Convenient app for vehicle information
- 👍 Useful notifications (e.g., doors unlocked)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and connectivity issues
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
- 💰 Subscription fees for basic features
- 🕰️ Slow app performance and response times
- 🤔 Confusing and cluttered user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent tire pressure monitoring
- Incorrect vehicle status updates
- Inability to uninstall or reset the app

**Requested features**

- Ability to view and edit charging schedules
- Integration with smart home/voice assistants
- More customization options for notifications
- Improved remote climate control functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DroneMobile free?

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

### Is Toyota free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DroneMobile or Toyota?

Toyota is rated higher. DroneMobile averages 4.8 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while Toyota averages 4.8 from 914K ratings.

### Do DroneMobile or Toyota have ads?

Neither DroneMobile nor Toyota shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DroneMobile or Toyota?

DroneMobile ships an update every 2 months, and Toyota monthly. Most recently, DroneMobile was updated on November 12, 2026 and Toyota on November 12, 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.*