AcuraLink vs MyCar Controls
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AcuraLink
Connect with your vehicle remotely through cloud-based technology. Check your car's status, schedule maintenance, and access advanced features for convenience. Ensure your vehicle is compatible to unlock its full potential.
- View vehicle status (fuel, range, doors)
- Remote cabin preconditioning
- Locate vehicle with lights/horn
- Recall and maintenance alerts
- Schedule service appointments
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AcuraLink* moves beyond the car, as cloud-based technologies enable you to connect with your vehicle. Stay connected by checking vehicle status, scheduling service with ease, and accessing a suite of advanced remote features designed for your convenience. Check your vehicle compatibility: https://mygarage.honda.com/s/acuralink-product-compatibility The AcuraLink app provides some of the following and more: View Vehicle’s Status • Fuel level • Remaining range • Door, trunk, and hood status Remote Commands • Precondition your vehicle’s cabin ahead of time • Locate your vehicle with lights or horn • Find where your vehicle is parked Service and Safety • Receive recall notifications • Receive maintenance alerts • Schedule service appointments *Available AcuraLink features may differ depending on the model, model year and country. Check to make sure your vehicle is compatible. AcuraLink subscription package may be required.
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.
- Remote engine start/stop
- Remote door lock/unlock
- Vehicle GPS location
- Trunk release
- Motorized liftgate control
- Security system arming/disarming
- Customizable auxiliary functions
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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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: AcuraLink at 4.6 against MyCar Controls's 2.8. AcuraLink also leads on ratings volume (56K vs 119) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). MyCar Controls's advantage is review sentiment (33% vs 9%) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 16.6). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
AcuraLink holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AcuraLink has 56K ratings behind it against 119, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 9% of AcuraLink's written reviews are positive against 33% of MyCar Controls's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
AcuraLink ships an update fortnightly, MyCar Controls monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AcuraLink | MyCar Controls |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (56K ratings) — better | 2.8 (119 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 9.0% of reviews | 33.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 56K — better | 119 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 9.3 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 186 MB | 119 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Acura | Automobility Distribution |
Customer experience
AcuraLink
MyCar Controls
User reviews
AcuraLink
From 56K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast remote commands
- 📊 Useful vehicle status information
- 🔒 Security features
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app glitches and bugs
- ⏱️ Slow response times for remote commands
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
- 🤖 Unreliable connectivity and coverage
- 🚫 Lack of key features like remote window/sunroof control
MyCar Controls
From 119 App Store ratingsWhat 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
AcuraLink
Reported bugs
4 issues- App unable to connect to vehicle
- Inaccurate mileage and fuel range reporting
- Remote start/unlock commands failing
- App crashing or freezing
Requested features
5 requests- Remote window/sunroof control
- Ability to use phone as a key
- Apple Watch app integration
- Customizable app dashboard
- Improved vehicle health monitoring
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
AcuraLink
No in-app purchases
MyCar Controls
No in-app purchases








