Comparison

myBuick vs Sensi

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

Sensi

Control your home's climate remotely with a smart thermostat. Adjust temperature, set schedules, and receive alerts from anywhere. Integrates with popular smart home platforms for seamless control.

Highlights
  • Remote temperature control
  • 7-day scheduling
  • Usage reports
  • Service reminders
  • Geofencing
  • Smart home integration
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With the Sensi Smart Thermostat, you can enjoy complete control of your home comfort – Anytime. Anywhere. Extensive Compatibility Sensi Smart Thermostats work with HVAC equipment found in most homes*. Check compatibility at sensi.copeland.com/en-us/support/compatibility. Easy to install. Easier to use. Even if you’ve never installed a thermostat, we’ve got you covered. Clearly illustrated, in-app instructions will walk you through each step from start to finish. As soon as you’ve installed and connected your thermostat, the Sensi app serves as an intuitive remote control that lets you set, change and program your home comfort from anywhere. In-App Features: Remote temperature control Flexible 7-day scheduling Usage reports Service reminders Geofencing Auto changeover Circulating fan Humidity control** Temperature limits Smart alerts Local weather Early start A/C protection Keypad lockout Smart home meets smart comfort. Simply pair to the smart home platform of your choice to seamlessly control all of your connected devices. Smart Home Compatible • Amazon Alexa • Google Assistant • Apple HomeKit • SmartThings *Common wire (c-wire) not required for most applications. Does not work with baseboard heat and some other systems. Common wire (c-wire) is required for Apple HomeKit, heat only systems, cool only systems and heat pump systems. **Humidification requires additional equipment and a professional installation is recommended. Dehumidification supported with AC and heat pump systems.

Screenshots

myBuick4 screens
Sensi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Sensi at none against myBuick's shown. myBuick's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (47% vs 36%). On price, ratings volume, 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

myBuick holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 118K and 246K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of myBuick's written reviews are positive against 36% of Sensi's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

myBuick ships an update fortnightly, Sensi monthly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
myBuick versus Sensi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametermyBuickSensi
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (118K ratings) — better4.6 (246K ratings)
Positive reviews46.9% of reviews — better35.5% of reviews
Number of ratings118K246K — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.416.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size307 MB63 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperGeneral Motors CompanyCopeland LP

Customer experience

myBuick

All ratings116,650 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.4%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews533 reviews
Positive46.9%
Neutral10.5%
Negative42.6%

Sensi

All ratings246,247 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral2.3%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews1,075 reviews
Positive35.5%
Neutral6.8%
Negative57.7%

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

Sensi

From 246K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fantastic remote control
  • 🔥 Great functionality
  • 👍 Easy installation
  • 💰 Good value
  • ⏱️ Helpful usage tracking

Room to improve

  • 🔌 Frequent disconnections
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance
  • 📱 Unintuitive app interface
  • 🌐 Lacks international support
  • 🌡️ Inaccurate humidity readings

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

Sensi

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Thermostat randomly disconnects from WiFi
  • Programmed schedules not being retained
  • Temperature settings not sticking after adjustments

Requested features

5 requests
  • Finer temperature control in Celsius
  • Automatic heating/cooling mode switching based on outdoor temperature
  • More detailed usage reporting
  • Ability to set schedules with shorter intervals
  • Support for multiple user accounts and geofencing

In-app purchases

None

myBuick

No in-app purchases

None

Sensi

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is myBuick free?
myBuick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sensi free?
Sensi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, myBuick or Sensi?
myBuick is rated higher. myBuick averages 4.8 out of 5 from 118K ratings, while Sensi averages 4.6 from 246K ratings.
Do myBuick or Sensi have ads?
myBuick shows ads; Sensi does not.
Which is updated more often, myBuick or Sensi?
myBuick ships an update fortnightly, and Sensi monthly. Most recently, myBuick was updated on October 30, 2026 and Sensi on October 30, 2026.

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