Customers enjoy the convenience of remote start, especially during extreme weather conditions. The installation process is often praised for its professionalism and efficiency. The alarm and security features provide peace of mind to vehicle owners. The loud horn speaker is effective in deterring potential intruders.
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Pros mentioned:
Alarm, Remote start
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great alarm. Great value
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Added to my Auto start. Great way to get a 2-way alarm and auto start. Pair with a Q9 remote. Very happy. Buy during a sale for best value.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Alarm, Security
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sounds good
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The sound of this alarm is great really loud. security works very well
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
POOR QUALITY HARDWARE DON’T WASTE YOUR $$
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Posted a premature 5 star review on compu junk item already but bbuy won’t let me update review on that 2 way drone remote system…. POOR QUALITY HARDWARE BUYER BEWARE! The Installation on this item was impeccably done by the Bestbuy team at my location… Unfortunately the CompuStar brand hardware build quality is poor at best.
Software is awesome and all of the options are amazing… But when the hardware fails… It’s completely useless and leaves your vehicle vulnerable.
I paid a lot of money for the system and I’ve always used viper systems in all of my vehicles. The viper systems and hardware ARE FAR superior to the CompuStar brand.
I am now facing having to have the system uninstalled, I am outside of my 60 day total tech plus return window by a few days. Not that that matters as the Best Buy stores don’t have anything in stock and you have to order it from them and wait for it anyhow.
Total tech plus is only as good as the store that provides it!
I have had the Viper 2 way remote in my work vehicle for over three years and it’s NEVER FAILED & the hardware still works like it did the first day it was installed. In comparison the CompuStar hardware, namely the 2 way Drone Key fob Has a horrible build quality, the plastic screen is cracked already, the battery does not last long, the horn for the alarm system sounds muffled already, I am very dissatisfied and “upset” that I now have to have it uninstalled, order more items that will not be available at my Best Buy store, spend additional monies & time & not to mention damage to my wiring system on my vehicle by uninstalling this and installing another system just to get what I paid for in the first place.
Will never Reccomend CrapuStar products to ANYONE.
This system was installed on my personal vehicle which does not get used as much as my work vehicle just to give a comparison of how much less the system has been used over the past couple of months in comparison to a similar 2 way system in my work truck that gets used and abused DAILY. The viper system that has lasted over three years and never failed but unfortunately doesn’t have all the great software this system offers.
Don’t waste your time with this junk. Buy a viper system
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
So far, so good
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This has worked out great so far. The Geek Squad tech (Russ @ Hoover, AL) set the sensitivity perfectly. Very pleased with this addition to my compustar remote start. The security chirps can get annoying sometimes, but those are customizable.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best buy is great at installing
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Love our alarm best buy did a great job installing it
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great alarm
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Does everything we need. Drone app is easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Disappointed is an Understatement!
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought this April 4 this year. After barely three months, alarm wouldn’t work. Was told by tech that the siren stopped working. Since I didn’t buy extended warranty, Bestbuy told me to get warranty from Compustar.
Called and emailed Compustar, have been given a runaround for almost a month now!
So disappointed with this purchase!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Alarm, Remote start
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Relaible Brand Alarm
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Purchased this alarm and two way remote start appx six months ago. Best buy's geek installer did an excellent job as both units work as expected and is problem free.
Was looking at Viper alarms due to buying and having them professionally installed 15 years ago on a couple new vehicles at BestBuy, but those alarms would always slowly drain the vehicles batteries till dead if left sitting for a week. Was looking for another alarm for an old classic truck and noticed BestBuy had a terrific Black Fri sale on the remote start and a Deal Of The Day sale on the Alarm. I asked around about Compustar and heard they're good, so I was happy to get a good system with free install from BestBuy. Am very satisfied with the Compustar brand alarm and can say this alarm is a good one.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Remote start, Security
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good compromise for the viper alarm
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
My model truck wouldnt work with the viper alarm i am use to so i heard good things about compustar remote start and security good for the price app can be a bit glitchy at times but seem they do work on it to fix problems
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Alarm
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Loud alarm with good features
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is the add on alarm kit for Compustar's remote starters. This kit provides the alarm speaker and the shock sensor which turns your remote starter into a true alarm. I had this installed with the DC3 remote starter and am very happy with the way they both work. The alarm offers a lot of customizable settings and is a must have if you want to deter criminals from breaking into your vehicle. Of course it won't prevent them from getting into your car but at least with a siren going off they'd be more inclined to move on rather then ransack your car with the alarm going off. One of the biggest reasons I purchased this from BestBuy is because you get a lifetime warranty on the alarm and the intstall and can get it serviced at any BestBuy location if you end up having issues. BestBuy did a flawless job with the install and I couldn't have been happier. Highly Recommend.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Alarm, Remote start
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Alarm Kit
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This product was purchased out of necessity due to someone attempting to steal my car. I own a Kia Soul. The self starter and alarm system are a Godsend to me and my family because without my car, I am unable to work. I am thankful for Best Buy and the team who installed the equipment, I highly recommend them for all of my electronic related needs and customer service!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Alarm, Remote start
Cons mentioned:
Compatibility
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Security
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Good alarm system to add on to the remote start is load an works good just not the one for my car
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Remote start
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good upgrade for a remote start system
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I got this for my 2012 Honda Odyssey LX. I got it for the remote start module since they were doing the installation anyway. I have only tested it fortunately so no issues.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great addon to my 2 way remote start
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Added this to my Compustar 2-way remote start that I recently had installed into my vehicle. Seamless intergration into 1 remote which made it very convenient and is also very easy to use. Basic functions with a loud speaker but gets the job done very well. I've used DEI alarms and 2-way remote starts in the past and I can tell the difference in quality with Compustar. Definitely a much better choice and a recommended product.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
So far so good
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
So far, the vehicle security add-on seems to be working great. It works as expected during testing and has yet to trigger a false alarm. BestBuy installer had some trouble with the install. I purchased this at the same time ss my remote start, and while they got the remote start working without issues, they couldn’t figure out the alarm. I had to schedule a second appointment and return two weeks later so they could troubleshoot. This was a little inconvenient, but they eventually got it working and overall I’m very happy with my purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Range, Remote start
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bring your legacy car up to date
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Installed this on my old 2003 4runner. I love my SUV, still run strong after all this years and it's all paid off. Drone mobile gives me remote start and other telematics that you find in most modern cars. I love how I can precondition my car while inside the house especially with the hot summer temp.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Dodge Charger ScatPack Secured Against Theft
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I requested information on a car anti theft alarm system for my Dodge Charger. The Geek Squad installation tech explained to me what I needed and ordered it for me. The same Geek Squad tech scheduled my installation and took care of the installation in a flawless and professional manner.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Remote start
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Car ala m and remote start
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is the best car remote start alarm. It work perfectly and G shock is fantastic
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Remote start
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Remote car starter
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This starter is awsome. It works great. Brdt starter on the market in my opinion.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Alarm
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Peace Of Mind
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I like the peace of mind knowing that this kit adds a shock sensor in case somebody smashes a window or hits the car, that it will sound the alarm and notify me via phone app. The siren could use some upgrading though. It’s a little quieter than I’d prefer.