# DroneMobile vs CL7

The clearest difference is rating: DroneMobile at 4.8 against CL7's 2.3. DroneMobile also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DroneMobile has 27K ratings behind it against 71, 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 15% of CL7's.

DroneMobile ships an update every 6 weeks, CL7 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and July 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DroneMobile | CL7 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dronemobile/id380549030/reviews)** | [2.3 (71 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cl7/id6476150590/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **27K** | 71 |
| Positive reviews | **38.0% of reviews** | 14.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 228 MB | 131 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.5.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Firstech, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/380549036) | [Distribution Automobilite Inc](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


### CL7

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cl7/id6476150590)

Control your car remotely from anywhere. Start the engine, check status, locate your vehicle, and receive alerts. Offers advanced features like trip tracking and geofencing for enhanced vehicle management.

**Highlights:** Remote engine start/shutdown, Vehicle location tracking, Door lock/unlock, Real-time status monitoring, Smart alerts and notifications, Trip tracking and route mapping, Geofencing and zone monitoring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Basic functions work well
- 🚀 Remote start is reliable
- 👍 Installation is easy
- 👍 GPS location works
- 👍 Plug and play installation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App frequently crashes
- 🐛 App goes offline often
- 🐛 Unreliable connectivity
- 🐛 Login issues
- 🐛 Technical support is difficult

**Reported bugs**

- App constantly crashing
- App going offline
- Login and account creation issues
- App not receiving signal from module
- System requires frequent reboots by company

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app integration
- Siri control integration
- Alexa support
- Google Assistant support
- Widgets for iOS


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DroneMobile free?

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

### Is CL7 free?

CL7 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DroneMobile or CL7?

DroneMobile is rated higher. DroneMobile averages 4.8 out of 5 from 27K ratings, while CL7 averages 2.3 from 71 ratings.

### Do DroneMobile or CL7 have ads?

CL7 shows ads; DroneMobile does not.

### Which is updated more often, DroneMobile or CL7?

DroneMobile ships an update every 6 weeks, and CL7 every 2 months. Most recently, DroneMobile was updated on September 24, 2026 and CL7 on July 30, 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.*