Comparison

myGMC vs Ford™

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

Head to head
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
Currently charting
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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.

About

Ford™

Manage your Ford vehicle's essentials from your smartphone. Control remote features, track vehicle stats, schedule service, and access electric vehicle charging information. Stay connected with your Ford's status and updates.

Highlights
  • Remote start, lock, unlock
  • Vehicle stats and GPS tracking
  • Schedule service appointments
  • Electric vehicle charging info
  • Connected services management
  • Over-the-air software updates
Features
Currently charting
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FordPass is now the Ford app The Ford app is everything you need to elevate your Ford journey — all in one place. Access features like remote start, lock and unlock, vehicle stats, and GPS tracking at no extra cost. · Remote Features*: Get added control with features like remote start, lock and unlock, and more in the palm of your hand. · Vehicle Management: Keep track of your fuel or range status, vehicle stats — and use your Phone As A Key — with a simple tap. · Scheduling Service: Select your preferred dealer and schedule maintenance to keep your Ford running smoothly. · Electric Vehicle Features: Check your charge levels, precondition your Ford, and get public charging info all in one place. · Connected Services: Activate available trials, purchase plans, or manage services like BlueCruise, the Ford Connectivity Package, and the Ford Security Package. · GPS Location: Never lose sight of your Ford with GPS tracking. · Ford App Updates: Updated regularly to give you the latest features and information. · Ford Rewards: Access Ford Rewards to redeem points for Ford Service, Accessories, available Connected Services, and more**. · Over-the-Air Software Updates: Set your software update schedule through the Ford app or directly in your vehicle. *Disclaimer language* The Ford app, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply. *An activated vehicle modem and the Ford app are required for remote features. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit or prevent functionality. Remote features may vary by model. **Must have an activated Ford Rewards account to receive Ford Rewards Points. Points are not redeemable for cash and have no monetary value. Point earning and redemption values are approximate and vary by products and services redeemed. See the Ford Rewards Program Terms and conditions at FordRewards.com for information regarding expiration, redemption, forfeiture, and other limitations on Ford Rewards Points.

Screenshots

myGMC4 screens
Ford™4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Ford™ at none against myGMC's shown. Ford™ also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and review sentiment (44% vs 36%). myGMC's advantage is iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0.1). On price, rating, update cadence 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 myGMC against 4.8 for Ford™. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 435K and 1.5M respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 36% of myGMC's written reviews are positive against 44% of Ford™'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
myGMC versus Ford™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametermyGMCFord™
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (435K ratings)4.8 (1.5M ratings)
Positive reviews35.9% of reviews44.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings435K1.5M — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
Best chart rank#119#30 — better
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.0.1
Further details — not scored
Size305 MB273 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperGeneral Motors CompanyFord Motor Co.

Customer experience

myGMC

All ratings435,388 ratings
Positive96.0%
Neutral1.6%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews1,439 reviews
Positive35.9%
Neutral13.3%
Negative50.8%

Ford™

All ratings1,476,495 ratings
Positive94.6%
Neutral2.0%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews4,696 reviews
Positive44.0%
Neutral10.9%
Negative45.1%

User reviews

myGMC

From 435K 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

Ford™

From 1.5M App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Remote start and climate control
  • 📊 Vehicle status and diagnostics
  • 🔒 Secure locking/unlocking
  • 🔍 Helpful vehicle location features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent remote start functionality
  • 🔋 Significant battery drain on mobile devices
  • ⏱️ Slow app performance and loading times
  • 🤔 Limited climate control and settings options
  • 🔍 Inaccurate vehicle location tracking

Bugs and requests

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

Ford™

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and login issues
  • Syncing problems between app and vehicle
  • Unreliable remote start and locking features
  • Incorrect vehicle data and diagnostics

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to view locked/unlocked status
  • Option to adjust climate settings remotely
  • Integration with smart home/voice assistants
  • Improved trip planning and charging station features
  • Customizable notifications and alerts

In-app purchases

None

myGMC

No in-app purchases

None

Ford™

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is myGMC free?
myGMC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ford™ free?
Ford™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, myGMC or Ford™?
myGMC and Ford™ are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 435K and 1.5M ratings respectively.
Do myGMC or Ford™ have ads?
myGMC shows ads; Ford™ does not.
Which is updated more often, myGMC or Ford™?
myGMC ships an update fortnightly, and Ford™ fortnightly. Most recently, myGMC was updated on October 18, 2026 and Ford™ on October 18, 2026.
Which is more popular, myGMC or Ford™?
myGMC currently peaks at #119 in the App Store charts, and Ford™ at #30. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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