Comparison

myBuick vs Dodge®

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 vehicle remotely, monitor its status, and access important information. Schedule maintenance and get assistance when you need it, all from your smartphone.

Highlights
  • Remote start, lock, and unlock
  • Monitor fuel, tire pressure, and oil life
  • View odometer readings
  • Access digitized owner manuals
  • Request roadside assistance
  • Schedule service appointments
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

Dodge®

Manage your Dodge vehicle remotely, access owner's manuals, schedule service, and stay informed about recalls. Control features like remote start, lock/unlock doors, and activate the horn or lights for enhanced convenience and peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Remote vehicle start/stop
  • Lock/unlock doors
  • Activate horn/lights
  • Schedule service appointments
  • Access owner's manual
  • View service history
  • Recall alerts
Features
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Whether you’re out adventuring in your Dodge Brand vehicle, relaxing in the comfort of your home or just about anywhere else, the new Dodge app lets you stay in touch and helps keep you in control of your vehicle like never before. Need to contact your dealer? No problem, simply use the My Dealer feature to find your preferred dealership’s address, schedule service appointments, or call them directly with the touch of a button. Easily access your vehicle’s info—including the owner’s manual, service history, and more—with the My Garage and Digital Glovebox features. And stay up to date on open recalls using the Recall Alert so you’re always one step ahead. If your vehicle is equipped, you can remotely start or stop your vehicle+, lock or unlock the doors and activate the horn or exterior lights. You now have access to more services than ever, ranging from entertainment to available Navigation, safety and security and more, all combining to offer new levels of convenience and the peace of mind you deserve. +You are responsible for using remote features in accordance with any laws, rules or ordinances in effect in your vehicle's location. You must have an active subscription to SiriusXM Guardian™ or Uconnect® Access in order to use remote services. See Terms of Service for service limitations. ©2021 FCA US LLC. All Rights Reserved. Dodge is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC.

Screenshots

myBuick4 screens
Dodge®4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Dodge® at none against myBuick's shown. Dodge® also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.4). myBuick's advantage is review sentiment (47% vs 34%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 myBuick against 4.8 for Dodge®. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: myBuick has 117K ratings behind it against 23K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 47% of myBuick's written reviews are positive against 34% of Dodge®'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

myBuick ships an update fortnightly, Dodge® monthly. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
myBuick versus Dodge®: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametermyBuickDodge®
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (117K ratings)4.8 (23K ratings)
Positive reviews46.9% of reviews — better34.4% of reviews
Number of ratings117K — better23K
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.414.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size307 MB287 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperGeneral Motors CompanyFCA US LLC

Customer experience

myBuick

All ratings116,650 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.4%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews525 reviews
Positive46.9%
Neutral10.7%
Negative42.5%

Dodge®

All ratings22,656 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews477 reviews
Positive34.4%
Neutral9.6%
Negative56.0%

User reviews

myBuick

From 117K 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

Dodge®

From 23K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Quick connection
  • 🔒 Helps recover stolen vehicle
  • 👍 Useful features when working

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and bugs
  • 🕰️ Slow response times
  • 💰 Expensive subscription required
  • 🤷‍♀️ Unreliable functionality
  • 📍 Inaccurate location tracking

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

Dodge®

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to add vehicle to app
  • Vehicle information not updating
  • Remote start/lock/unlock not working

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to see if doors are locked
  • Faster remote start
  • More detailed vehicle information
  • Scheduled remote start/climate control
  • Compatibility with older vehicles

In-app purchases

None

myBuick

No in-app purchases

None

Dodge®

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is myBuick free?
myBuick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dodge® free?
Dodge® is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, myBuick or Dodge®?
myBuick and Dodge® are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 117K and 23K ratings respectively.
Do myBuick or Dodge® have ads?
myBuick shows ads; Dodge® does not.
Which is updated more often, myBuick or Dodge®?
myBuick ships an update fortnightly, and Dodge® monthly. Most recently, myBuick was updated on October 17, 2026 and Dodge® on October 17, 2026.

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