Comparison

CarLock vs Avto

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

Avto

Manage all your vehicles in a digital garage, track maintenance, and get instant answers to car-related questions. Book service, trade in your car, or browse new and used vehicles from verified dealers.

Highlights
  • Digital vehicle garage
  • Track mileage and service history
  • AI-powered car diagnostics
  • Book auto service online
  • Trade-in and selling tools
  • Browse new and used cars
Features
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Avto makes car ownership simpler, smarter, and more connected. Your Digital Garage Keep every car you own organized and up to date in one place. Track mileage, service history, insurance, and registration without the paperwork. Connect a compatible vehicle and Avto automatically pulls live data like odometer, fuel level, tire pressure, and oil life, so you always have the latest information without lifting a finger. Ask Avto Intelligence Have a question about your car? Just ask. Describe a strange noise, warning light, or maintenance issue and get a clear answer tailored to your specific vehicle. Find out what a repair typically costs, when service is due, or how a trade-in works. Because Avto knows your garage, every answer is relevant to the car you actually drive. Book Service Without the Phone Calls Find trusted shops near you, compare their pricing, and book service directly in the app. Message the shop, approve additional work when needed, and keep a complete record of every repair and service automatically in your vehicle history. Trade In or Sell Submit your vehicle and let verified dealers compete for your business. You stay in control of your information, your contact details are never shared with a dealer until you choose to confirm. Browse and Buy Search new and used vehicles from verified dealers. Filter by the features and specifications that matter most, explore detailed vehicle information and factory packages, and get a transportation quote before you commit. Why Avto Verified vendors: Every vendor is verified before they can offer services through Avto. Your privacy: Your contact information stays private until you decide to share it. Real pricing: Service prices come directly from the shops you choose, not from Avto. Everything in one place: Your garage, service, selling, and shopping experience are connected in one app. Avto is free to download. Marketplace pricing is set by the vendors you choose.

Screenshots

CarLock4 screens
Avto4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Avto at 5.0 against CarLock's 4.4. Avto also leads on monetization model (free vs subscription). CarLock's advantage is ratings volume (361 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Avto holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CarLock has 361 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CarLock versus Avto: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCarLockAvto
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (361 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews85.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings361 — better1
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size153 MB34 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperProtectus Technologies, IncAvto Inc.

Customer experience

CarLock

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

Avto

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Avto

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

CarLock

No in-app purchases

None

Avto

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CarLock free?
CarLock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Avto free?
Avto is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CarLock or Avto?
Avto is rated higher. CarLock averages 4.4 out of 5 from 361 ratings, while Avto averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do CarLock or Avto have ads?
Neither CarLock nor Avto shows ads.

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