# A Car Link vs Car Link Connect

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: A Car Link at none against Car Link Connect's 14. A Car Link also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Car Link Connect sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. A Car Link asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | A Car Link | Car Link Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.6 (6.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/car-link-connect-auto-sync/id6745681594/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **6.6K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 55.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [秉斯 杨](https://appshunter.io/developer/1748040911) | [App Ventures](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887492944) |

## What reviewers say

### A Car Link

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-car-link/id6503143602)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Car Link Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/car-link-connect-auto-sync/id6745681594)

Transform your phone or tablet into a smart car dashboard with navigation, music control, calls, and live updates. Enjoy a distraction-free driving experience without needing a built-in car system.

**Highlights:** Smart dashboard interface, Turn-by-turn navigation, Google Maps or Apple Maps support, Music control (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music), Contact access and calling, Real-time weather updates, Works independently of car system

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Car Play Connect Auto Sync Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Car Play Connect Auto Sync Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Car Play Connect Auto Sync Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Car Play Connect Auto Sync Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Car Play Connect Auto Sync Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Car Play Connect Auto Sync Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Car Play Connect Auto Sync Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Car Play Connect Auto Sync Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Car Play Connect Auto Sync Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| Car Play Connect Auto Sync Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Car Play Connect Auto Sync Pro | $69.99 | per year |
| Car Play Connect Auto Sync Pro | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and intuitive
- 👍 Good app performance
- 👍 Helpful for older vehicles

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional UI issues
- 🐛 Connectivity problems
- 🔋 Battery drain concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Sidebar gets stuck
- Back navigation issues in menus

**Requested features**

- Automatic driving mode start
- Customizable interface
- Saved music app preferences


## Frequently asked questions

### Is A Car Link free?

A Car Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Car Link Connect free?

Car Link Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do A Car Link or Car Link Connect have ads?

Neither A Car Link nor Car Link Connect shows ads.

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