Comparison

CarLock vs MyCar Controls

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

Head to head
About

CarLock

This app provides real-time tracking and alerts for your vehicle, monitoring for movement, engine starts, vibrations, and device tampering. It also tracks driving behavior, monitors car battery health, and logs trip history for enhanced security and peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Real-time vehicle tracking
  • Movement and engine start alerts
  • Driving behavior monitoring (acceleration, braking)
  • Car battery health alerts
  • Detailed trip tracking
  • Device tampering alerts
Features
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Requires hardware sold at carlock.co CarLock - Advanced Real Time Car Tracker & Alert System. WORK & SLEEP WITHOUT WORRY CarLock monitors and alerts you on your phone when your vehicle is moved, when the engine starts, if unusual vibration is detected & even if the device is disconnected! MONITOR YOUR TEENAGER We love our teens but they can be entirely different people behind the wheel. CarLock detects harsh acceleration (drag racing), hard breaking & sharp cornering (stunt driving). VIRTUAL MECHANIC CarLock actively monitors the health of your vehicle and alerts you in advance if your car battery is running dangerously low or is experiencing high battery drain. LIKE GPS ON STEROIDS Included is also a detailed trip tracking which lets you monitor where your car has been. You'll be notified if your car is stolen or a "trusted" driver is going off course! EXTREMELY AFFORDABLE CarLock uses cloud computing, internet storage, GPS tracking and a modern day app. You get all this for only $9.60 per month and the first month is FREE! Work's on AT&T's network. CarLock supports multiple cars on one account. The device is compatible with all cars manufactured after 1996.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Remote engine start/stop
  • Remote door lock/unlock
  • Vehicle GPS location
  • Trunk release
  • Motorized liftgate control
  • Security system arming/disarming
  • Customizable auxiliary functions
Features
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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.

Screenshots

CarLock4 screens
MyCar Controls4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CarLock at 86% against MyCar Controls's 33%. CarLock also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.8) and ratings volume (361 vs 119). MyCar Controls's advantage is monetization model (free vs subscription) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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

CarLock holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 361 and 119 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of CarLock's written reviews are positive against 33% of MyCar Controls's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
CarLock versus MyCar Controls: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCarLockMyCar Controls
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (361 ratings) — better2.8 (119 ratings)
Positive reviews85.8% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings361 — better119
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.09.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size153 MB119 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperProtectus Technologies, IncAutomobility Distribution

Customer experience

CarLock

All ratings357 ratings
Positive86.0%
Neutral4.2%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews275 reviews
Positive85.8%
Neutral4.4%
Negative9.8%

MyCar Controls

All ratings119 ratings
Positive41.2%
Neutral5.9%
Negative52.9%
Written reviews123 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative63.4%

User reviews

CarLock

From 361 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Accurate GPS tracking
  • 🔒 Reliable security features
  • 👍 Easy to use app
  • 💡 Comprehensive vehicle monitoring
  • 🚗 Helpful for fleet management

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional false alarms
  • 🕰️ Delayed notifications
  • 🔧 Inconsistent performance after updates
  • 🤖 Unreliable proximity sensor
  • 💰 Subscription cost concerns

MyCar Controls

From 119 App Store ratings

What 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

CarLock

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • GPS location inaccuracies
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Sync issues between device and app

Requested features

4 requests
  • Faster alert notifications
  • More customizable sensor sensitivity
  • Integration with smart home/voice assistants
  • Improved multi-vehicle management

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

None

CarLock

No in-app purchases

None

MyCar Controls

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CarLock free?
CarLock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MyCar Controls free?
MyCar Controls is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CarLock or MyCar Controls?
CarLock is rated higher. CarLock averages 4.4 out of 5 from 361 ratings, while MyCar Controls averages 2.8 from 119 ratings.
Do CarLock or MyCar Controls have ads?
Neither CarLock nor MyCar Controls shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CarLock or MyCar Controls?
CarLock ships an update monthly, and MyCar Controls monthly. Most recently, CarLock was updated on November 6, 2026 and MyCar Controls on November 2, 2026.

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