Comparison

myBuick vs MyCar Controls

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

Head to head
About

myBuick

Control your Buick remotely, monitor its health, and manage charging from your smartphone. The app allows you to start, lock, and locate your vehicle, set cabin temperature, and schedule service appointments.

Highlights
  • Remote start, lock, and unlock
  • Vehicle health and fuel level check
  • Cabin temperature control
  • Charging status and station locator
  • Trip planning and navigation
  • Roadside Assistance request
  • Service scheduling and dealership finder
Features
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Stay connected to your Buick from the palm of your hand with the myBuick 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 myBuick 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. Requires trial or paid plan and properly equipped vehicle. Services are dependent on compatible wireless networks provided by third-party wireless service providers, working vehicle electrical systems, GPS signal and other factors outside of our control. Changes in technology and wireless networks may limit or prevent the operation of certain services. Services, connectivity and capabilities are subject to terms and limitations and will vary by model, subscription/plan type, vehicle configuration, conditions, and geographical and technical restrictions. See onstar.com for details.

About

MyCar Controls

This app allows you to remotely control your vehicle's functions, including starting and stopping the engine, locking and unlocking doors, and locating your car. It requires specific hardware to be installed in your vehicle and an internet connection for operation.

Highlights
  • Remote engine start/stop
  • Remote door lock/unlock
  • Vehicle GPS location
  • Trunk release
  • Motorized liftgate control
  • Security system arming/disarming
  • Customizable auxiliary functions
Features
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MYCAR™ ------- HARDWARE PURCHASE REQUIRED FOR USAGE ------- MYCAR™ is the fastest, easiest, most versatile and complete telematics system utilizing a smartphone solution to stay connected with your vehicle from anywhere in the world. Using the MYCAR™ app, you can control your vehicle doors (Lock/Unlock), remote start or Stop your engine and even find your current vehicle’s location. PROFESSIONNAL INSTALLATION REQUIRED In order to use MYCAR™ on your vehicle, a MYCAR™ device and compatible remote starter must be installed onto your vehicle. To find an authorized MYCAR™ retailer, visit https://mycarcontrols.com/find-a-dealer.html NOW COMPATIBLE WITH APPLE WATCH Control any of your vehicles securely. Remote Start/Stop your engine, control your vehicle doorlocks and GPS locate your vehicle from your Apple Watch using the MYCAR™ watch app. Download the smartphone app and the watch app will automatically download onto your Apple watch. For more details, please visit https://mycarcontrols.com/watch.html INTERNET CONNECTION REQUIRED In order to use the MYCAR™ App, it will require a connection to the internet via cellular or WiFi. KEY FEATURES • Remote start engine • Remote shutdown engine • Keyless entry access • Trunk release • Open/Close motorized liftgate (if equipped) • Factory or Aftermarket Security system Arming/Disarming • Up to 4 Customizable auxiliary functions • GPS position* • Push notifications for remote starter trouble codes • Push notifications for security alerts • Low battery condition alerts • Current vehicle status, Battery level and MyCar device signal strength *Instant locate feature included with basic plan. REMOTE STARTER COMPATIBILITY MYCAR™ is currently compatible with the following brands of remote starter and/or security systems: ADS • iDatastart HCx • iDatastart BMx • iDatastart BZx • iDatastart VWx ADS-AL-CA (adapter required) • AKX / OEM ASTROSTART • AF-D600 AUTOSTART • ASD200 • ASD600 COMPUSTAR • CM-7XXX • CM-6XXX • CM-900 • FT-xxx-DC • FT-DC2 • FT-DC3 CRIMESTOPPER • RS-00 • RSx-G5 • SP402 • SP502 DIRECTED • DBALL 2 • DB3 • 4X10 • 5X10 • DS4+ FORTIN • Evo-All • Evo-One MIDCITY ENGINEERING • All modules with Drone telematics port OMEGA • All modules with Blue telematics port POLARSTART • PRS-13 • PRS-16 VOXX • Flashlogic: All FLRS, FLRSBA, FLCMVW remote start modules • FLCAN (adapter required) • Prestige/Pursuit: All E model’s w/ telematics port (Except PRO9233E) • Code Alarm: CASECRS, CARS, CA4555, CA4055 & CA5055 NOTE: All Prestige/Pursuit/CodeAlarm systems must be updated to the latest firmware version (this will require the VOXX USB updating cable, Part# VEPROG) STANDALONE MODE Only Instant GPS locate function is active. All other functions are disabled. For more details on which product is compatible with MYCAR™, visit https://mycarcontrols.com/find-a-dealer.html APP OWNER’S GUIDE Please consult the "Help section" inside our App for a detailed Owners Guide. KEYWORDS MyCar, Car Starter, Remote Starter, MYCAR™, Vehicle Control, Car Access, Locate my car, Automobility SUPPORT URL https://www.mycarcontrols.com/support/ © COPYRIGHT © Copyright MYCAR™   2020 Automobility Distribution Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Screenshots

myBuick4 screens
MyCar Controls4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: myBuick at 4.8 against MyCar Controls's 2.8. myBuick also leads on ratings volume (118K vs 119) and review sentiment (47% vs 33%). MyCar Controls's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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

myBuick holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: myBuick has 118K ratings behind it against 119, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of myBuick's written reviews are positive against 33% of MyCar Controls's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

myBuick ships an update fortnightly, MyCar Controls monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
myBuick versus MyCar Controls: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametermyBuickMyCar Controls
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (118K ratings) — better2.8 (119 ratings)
Positive reviews46.8% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings118K — better119
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.49.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size318 MB119 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperGeneral Motors CompanyAutomobility Distribution

Customer experience

myBuick

All ratings118,332 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.4%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews534 reviews
Positive46.8%
Neutral10.5%
Negative42.7%

MyCar Controls

All ratings119 ratings
Positive41.2%
Neutral5.9%
Negative52.9%
Written reviews123 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative63.4%

User reviews

myBuick

From 118K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Remote start and lock/unlock features
  • 👍 Convenient app for managing vehicle
  • 🔒 Secure access with biometrics
  • 💡 Apple Watch integration

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent remote start functionality
  • 🐛 Frequent login/authentication issues
  • 🐛 App crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Unreliable vehicle data updates
  • 🔒 Excessive security measures

MyCar Controls

From 119 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works great
  • 🔒 Secure remote access
  • 💡 Useful features like GPS location and battery status

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
  • 🔋 Unreliable in cold weather
  • 🤯 Poor customer support

Bugs and requests

myBuick

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Remote start not working as expected
  • App logging users out frequently
  • Vehicle data not syncing properly
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Restore Apple Watch app functionality
  • Add climate control and window management
  • Improve app stability and reliability
  • Provide more vehicle diagnostics and data

MyCar Controls

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes after recent update
  • Subscription renewal problems
  • Inconsistent remote start functionality

Requested features

3 requests
  • Apple Watch app integration
  • Siri/Shortcuts support
  • Customizable app interface

In-app purchases

None

myBuick

No in-app purchases

None

MyCar Controls

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is myBuick free?
myBuick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MyCar Controls free?
MyCar Controls is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, myBuick or MyCar Controls?
myBuick is rated higher. myBuick averages 4.8 out of 5 from 118K ratings, while MyCar Controls averages 2.8 from 119 ratings.
Do myBuick or MyCar Controls have ads?
myBuick shows ads; MyCar Controls does not.
Which is updated more often, myBuick or MyCar Controls?
myBuick ships an update fortnightly, and MyCar Controls monthly. Most recently, myBuick was updated on November 7, 2026 and MyCar Controls on November 2, 2026.

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