Comparison

Omega CarLink vs CL6

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

Head to head
About

Omega CarLink

Control your vehicle's remote start, lock/unlock, and trunk release functions directly from your smartphone. Receive security alerts for your car when paired with a compatible Omega system.

Highlights
  • Remote start vehicle
  • Lock/unlock doors
  • Activate trunk release
  • Receive security alerts
  • Control from anywhere
Features
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CarLink allows you to start, lock / unlock, or activate trunk release directly from your phone! NOTE: An Omega-CarLink system must be installed in your vehicle for this app to operate. Omega CarLink is a smartphone interface that gives you control of vehicle convenience & security features from virtually anywhere in the world! This app supports Omega's Excalibur and Crime Guard brands of remote start/security systems. Omega CarLink allows you to safely and securely remote start, lock / unlock, or open your car's trunk from virtually anywhere in the USA with your iOS device. Receive alerts and notifications if your vehicle is violated when installed with any compatible Excalibur or Crime Guard Remote Start / Security System. This requires an OMEGA-CARLINK system to be installed in your vehicle.

About

CL6

This system allows you to remotely control your vehicle's functions, including locking/unlocking doors, starting/stopping the engine, and locating your car. It requires a hardware purchase and professional installation, but offers convenient control via your smartphone or smartwatch.

Highlights
  • Remote engine start/stop
  • Keyless entry and trunk release
  • Vehicle GPS location
  • Security system arming/disarming
  • Customizable auxiliary functions
  • Push notifications for alerts
  • Apple Watch compatibility
Features
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CL6™ ------- HARDWARE PURCHASE REQUIRED FOR USAGE ------- CL6™ 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 CL6™ 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 CL6™ on your vehicle, a CL6™ device and compatible remote starter must be installed onto your vehicle. To find an authorized CL6™ 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 CL6™ 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 CL6™ 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 CL6™ 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 CL6™, 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 CL6, MyCar, Car Starter, Remote Starter, MyCar Controls, Vehicle Control, Car Access, Locate my car, Voxx SUPPORT URL http://www.carlink6.com/ © COPYRIGHT © Copyright CL6™   2020 Automobility Distribution Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Screenshots

Omega CarLink4 screens
CL64 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CL6 at 3.0 against Omega CarLink's 2.4. CL6 also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 22 months) and ratings volume (280 vs 5). Omega CarLink's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 9.3). On price, review sentiment, 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

CL6 holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CL6 has 280 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Omega CarLink's written reviews are positive against 50% of CL6's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Omega CarLink ships an update every 22 months, CL6 monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Omega CarLink versus CL6: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOmega CarLinkCL6
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (5 ratings)3.0 (280 ratings) — better
Positive reviews44.4% of reviews49.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5280 — better
Update frequencyEvery 22 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better9.3
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB123 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOmega Research & Development Technologies, Inc.Automobility Distribution

Customer experience

Omega CarLink

All ratings5 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral11.1%
Negative44.4%

CL6

All ratings280 ratings
Positive44.3%
Neutral11.8%
Negative43.9%
Written reviews101 reviews
Positive49.5%
Neutral17.8%
Negative32.7%

Bugs and requests

Omega CarLink

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

CL6

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App not working after updates
  • Inconsistent lock/unlock status
  • GPS location not updating properly
  • Subscription renewal issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Scheduled remote start
  • Integration with Siri/Google Assistant
  • Ability to open car location in maps
  • Apple Watch app
  • Customizable app interface

In-app purchases

None

Omega CarLink

No in-app purchases

None

CL6

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Omega CarLink free?
Omega CarLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CL6 free?
CL6 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Omega CarLink or CL6?
CL6 is rated higher. Omega CarLink averages 2.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while CL6 averages 3.0 from 280 ratings.
Do Omega CarLink or CL6 have ads?
Neither Omega CarLink nor CL6 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Omega CarLink or CL6?
Omega CarLink ships an update every 22 months, and CL6 monthly. Most recently, Omega CarLink was updated on November 1, 2026 and CL6 on November 2, 2026.

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