Comparison

DroneMobile vs Dodge®

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DroneMobile

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
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YOUR CAR, CONNECTED DroneMobile is the award-winning smartphone solution for staying connected to your vehicle from anywhere in the world. Using the DroneMobile iPhone app, you can lock your doors, remote start your engine, and even track your vehicle’s exact location. WIDGET + FORCE TOUCH ENABLED Remote start, lock and unlock your vehicle without even opening the DroneMobile app. Force touch the DroneMobile app icon, or swipe to your widgets, to quickly access these basic control features for your vehicle. NOW WORKS WITH APPLE WATCH Remote start, secure, and GPS track your vehicle from your Apple Watch using the DroneMobile watch app. Simply download the smartphone app and the watch app will automatically download onto your watch. INSTALLATION REQUIRED In order to use DroneMobile on your vehicle, a DroneMobile module and compatible remote start or security system must be installed onto your vehicle. To find an authorized DroneMobile retailer, visit www.dronemobile.com UPDATED INTERFACE We’ve completely revamped our control interface to make it easier to connect to your vehicle! As you lock/start your car using DroneMobile, AVA 1.0, the Animated Vehicle Assistant, will animate and change states to show your vehicle’s status. Also, upload profile pictures to get the most customizable experience in the Connected Car Industry! FEATURES • Widget vehicle control • Siri voice-control keyless entry • Remote start • Remote start shutdown • Keyless entry • Trunk release • Security system activation/deactivation • 2 Customizable auxiliary functions • GPS tracking • Push notifications for security alerts • Regular maintenance reminders • Low battery alerts • Geofence and curfew alerts for driver monitoring • Speeding alerts for driver safety OUR COMPANY CES Innovations Honoree for In-Vehicle Accessories (2015) CES Best of Innovations for In-Vehicle Accessories (2011) 4X TOP VENDOR of Security, Convenience, and Safety Products (Mobile Electronics Retailers - 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017) COMPATIBILITY DroneMobile can be added to any of the following brands of remote start and/or security systems: • Compustar • Compustar PRO • Arctic Start • NuStart • FTX APP USER'S MANUAL Visit https://support.dronemobile.com/hc/en-us/categories/360001278852-DroneMobile-4-User-Guide to download our App User's Guide.

About

Dodge®

Manage your Dodge vehicle remotely, access owner's manuals, schedule service, and stay informed about recalls. Control features like remote start, lock/unlock doors, and activate the horn or lights for enhanced convenience and peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Remote vehicle start/stop
  • Lock/unlock doors
  • Activate horn/lights
  • Schedule service appointments
  • Access owner's manual
  • View service history
  • Recall alerts
Features
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Whether you’re out adventuring in your Dodge Brand vehicle, relaxing in the comfort of your home or just about anywhere else, the new Dodge app lets you stay in touch and helps keep you in control of your vehicle like never before. Need to contact your dealer? No problem, simply use the My Dealer feature to find your preferred dealership’s address, schedule service appointments, or call them directly with the touch of a button. Easily access your vehicle’s info—including the owner’s manual, service history, and more—with the My Garage and Digital Glovebox features. And stay up to date on open recalls using the Recall Alert so you’re always one step ahead. If your vehicle is equipped, you can remotely start or stop your vehicle+, lock or unlock the doors and activate the horn or exterior lights. You now have access to more services than ever, ranging from entertainment to available Navigation, safety and security and more, all combining to offer new levels of convenience and the peace of mind you deserve. +You are responsible for using remote features in accordance with any laws, rules or ordinances in effect in your vehicle's location. You must have an active subscription to SiriusXM Guardian™ or Uconnect® Access in order to use remote services. See Terms of Service for service limitations. ©2021 FCA US LLC. All Rights Reserved. Dodge is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC.

Screenshots

DroneMobile4 screens
Dodge®4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: DroneMobile at free against Dodge®'s free with in-app purchases. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for DroneMobile against 4.8 for Dodge®. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 27K and 23K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 38% of DroneMobile's written reviews are positive against 33% of Dodge®'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DroneMobile ships an update every 6 weeks, Dodge® monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
DroneMobile versus Dodge®: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDroneMobileDodge®
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (27K ratings)4.8 (23K ratings)
Positive reviews38.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings27K — better23K
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size228 MB287 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFirstech, LLCFCA US LLC

Customer experience

DroneMobile

All ratings27,325 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral1.9%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews368 reviews
Positive38.0%
Neutral16.0%
Negative45.9%

Dodge®

All ratings22,656 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews463 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral9.7%
Negative57.0%

User reviews

DroneMobile

From 27K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 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

Room to improve

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

Dodge®

From 23K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Quick connection
  • 🔒 Helps recover stolen vehicle
  • 👍 Useful features when working

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and bugs
  • 🕰️ Slow response times
  • 💰 Expensive subscription required
  • 🤷‍♀️ Unreliable functionality
  • 📍 Inaccurate location tracking

Bugs and requests

DroneMobile

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

4 requests
  • 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

Dodge®

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to add vehicle to app
  • Vehicle information not updating
  • Remote start/lock/unlock not working

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to see if doors are locked
  • Faster remote start
  • More detailed vehicle information
  • Scheduled remote start/climate control
  • Compatibility with older vehicles

In-app purchases

None

DroneMobile

No in-app purchases

None

Dodge®

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DroneMobile free?
DroneMobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dodge® free?
Dodge® is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DroneMobile or Dodge®?
DroneMobile and Dodge® are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 27K and 23K ratings respectively.
Do DroneMobile or Dodge® have ads?
Neither DroneMobile nor Dodge® shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DroneMobile or Dodge®?
DroneMobile ships an update every 6 weeks, and Dodge® monthly. Most recently, DroneMobile was updated on September 24, 2026 and Dodge® on September 25, 2026.

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