EvoStart vs iDataGO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
EvoStart
Control and monitor your vehicles remotely from your smartphone. Start or stop the engine, track your car's location, and receive real-time status updates. This app enhances vehicle security and convenience.
- Remote engine start/stop
- Vehicle tracking
- Real-time status notifications
- Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity
- Mobile network operation
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Install EVO-START and experience the best way to remote control, secure, track and interact with your vehicles from your mobile devices. Connect the EVO-START device to a compatible remote control system. Once the EVO-START app is installed on your iOS device, you can use it to remote start/stop the engine, control and track your vehicles, as well as receive push notifications regarding your vehicles status. The EVO-START system operates via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or via a wireless mobile specific network with coverage in Canada and the United States.
iDataGO
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Take full control of your vehicle from your smartphone with iDataGO β the companion app for your BLE-enabled iDatastart CARKIT remote starter system. With iDataGO, you can: - Start, lock, unlock, and open the trunk remotely - View key vehicle data, including battery voltage and cabin temperature - Access advanced diagnostics (when supported) like fuel level, odometer, and tire pressure - Manage your paired transmitters and system features directly in the app. Bluetooth connectivity means no subscription fees β but also means control is limited to Bluetooth range (typically within 30β50 feet of the vehicle). Designed for convenience and peace of mind, iDataGO puts the power of your vehicle at your fingertips. Note: Features may vary based on vehicle compatibility and system configuration.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: iDataGO at fortnightly against EvoStart's every 3 months. EvoStart's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
EvoStart ships an update every 3 months, iDataGO fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EvoStart | iDataGO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 36.1% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | β |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 β better | 17.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Fortin Auto Radio | Automotive Data Solutions Inc |
In-app purchases
EvoStart
No in-app purchases
iDataGO
No in-app purchases









