Comparison

DroneMobile vs Key Patrol

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

Key Patrol

This app revolutionizes security and asset management by providing seamless key loss resolution and global tracking capabilities. It offers instant setup without additional hardware, enhancing business F&I retention through improved customer trust and satisfaction.

Highlights
  • Key loss resolution
  • Global asset tracking
  • 2.4GHz LBS technology
  • No installation required
  • Instant start-up
  • Enhances F&I retention
Features
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AirKey™ Introducing – revolutionizing the management of security and streamlining operations. With our innovative system, bid farewell to the headache of misplaced keys. Our cutting-edge technology ensures swift resolution to key loss issues, providing peace of mind and uninterrupted workflow. AirKey™ Track assets with ease, wherever they may be, thanks to our global tracking capabilities. Utilizing advanced 2.4GHz LBS technology, AirKey™ offers onsite or offsite tracking, ensuring you're always in control of your assets, no matter where they roam. AirKey™ What's more, AirKey™ eliminates the hassle of equipment setup and associated costs. There's no need for installations or additional hardware – simply activate and protect. With instant start-up, safeguarding your assets has never been quicker or easier. AirKey™ But that's not all. AirKey™ goes beyond security, enhancing F&I retention for your business. By bolstering customer satisfaction and trust through improved security measures, AirKey™ helps you retain valuable clientele and drive long-term success. AirKey™ Experience the next level of security and efficiency with AirKey™ – your key to seamless operations and unparalleled peace of mind.

Screenshots

DroneMobile4 screens
Key Patrol4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DroneMobile at 4.8 against Key Patrol's 3.0. DroneMobile also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 0%) and ratings volume (28K vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads 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

DroneMobile holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DroneMobile has 28K ratings behind it against 2, 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 0% of Key Patrol's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DroneMobile ships an update every 2 months, Key Patrol monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
DroneMobile versus Key Patrol: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDroneMobileKey Patrol
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (28K ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews38.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings28K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size228 MB242 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFirstech, LLCKEY PATROL, INC

Customer experience

DroneMobile

All ratings27,670 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral1.9%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews376 reviews
Positive38.3%
Neutral16.0%
Negative45.7%

Key Patrol

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

Key Patrol

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

DroneMobile

No in-app purchases

None

Key Patrol

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DroneMobile free?
DroneMobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Key Patrol free?
Key Patrol is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DroneMobile or Key Patrol?
DroneMobile is rated higher. DroneMobile averages 4.8 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while Key Patrol averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do DroneMobile or Key Patrol have ads?
Neither DroneMobile nor Key Patrol shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DroneMobile or Key Patrol?
DroneMobile ships an update every 2 months, and Key Patrol monthly. Most recently, DroneMobile was updated on November 7, 2026 and Key Patrol on October 30, 2026.

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