Comparison

DroneMobile vs myGMC

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

myGMC

Remotely control your vehicle's climate, start the engine, and locate it. Monitor vital vehicle information like fuel, tire pressure, and oil life. Schedule service appointments and request roadside assistance directly from your smartphone.

Highlights
  • Remote start and climate control
  • Vehicle location and walking directions
  • Fuel level, tire pressure, oil life monitoring
  • Odometer tracking
  • Service scheduling
  • Roadside Assistance request
Features
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Stay connected to your GMC from the palm of your hand with the myGMC app. Use your phone to locate your vehicle from anywhere, check its health, manage charging, prepare your cabin before you leave, and get help when you need it. Download the app that is always with you to make every drive easier. With the myGMC app, you can: • Remotely start, lock, and unlock your vehicle. • Check fuel level, tire pressure, oil life, and more. • Set your preferred cabin temperature. • View charging status and locate charging stations. • Plan trips and navigate with maps. • Request help with Roadside Assistance. • Schedule service, find your dealership, and more. Disclosures: Mobile app functionality is available on select devices and requires data connection. Services availability, features and functionality vary by vehicle, device and the plan you are enrolled in. Roadside service availability and providers vary by country. Map coverage, features and functionality varies by country. See onstar.com for details and limitations.

Screenshots

DroneMobile4 screens
myGMC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: DroneMobile at none against myGMC's shown. DroneMobile also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). myGMC's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (440K vs 28K). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases 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 myGMC. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: myGMC has 440K ratings behind it against 28K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 38% of DroneMobile's written reviews are positive against 37% of myGMC's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DroneMobile ships an update every 2 months, myGMC fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
DroneMobile versus myGMC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDroneMobilemyGMC
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (28K ratings)4.8 (440K ratings) — better
Positive reviews38.1% of reviews — better36.6% of reviews
Number of ratings28K440K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
Best chart rank—#107 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size228 MB305 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperFirstech, LLCGeneral Motors Company

Customer experience

DroneMobile

All ratings27,643 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral1.9%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews375 reviews
Positive38.1%
Neutral16.0%
Negative45.9%

myGMC

All ratings435,388 ratings
Positive96.0%
Neutral1.6%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews1,482 reviews
Positive36.6%
Neutral13.3%
Negative50.1%

User reviews

DroneMobile

From 28K 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

myGMC

From 440K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast app
  • 🔒 Robust security features
  • 👍 Convenient remote features
  • 👍 Helpful diagnostics

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔋 Drains battery
  • 👎 Unreliable connectivity
  • 👎 Outdated and basic functionality
  • 👎 Poor customer support

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

myGMC

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Remote start and unlock features not working
  • Vehicle status not updating
  • Login and logout issues
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to extend remote start duration
  • Customizable temperature and climate controls
  • Wireless connectivity for Apple Watch
  • Detailed vehicle status updates
  • Scheduled remote start

In-app purchases

None

DroneMobile

No in-app purchases

None

myGMC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DroneMobile free?
DroneMobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is myGMC free?
myGMC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DroneMobile or myGMC?
myGMC is rated higher. DroneMobile averages 4.8 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while myGMC averages 4.8 from 440K ratings.
Do DroneMobile or myGMC have ads?
myGMC shows ads; DroneMobile does not.
Which is updated more often, DroneMobile or myGMC?
DroneMobile ships an update every 2 months, and myGMC fortnightly. Most recently, DroneMobile was updated on October 30, 2026 and myGMC on October 30, 2026.

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