Customers value the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay features for seamless smartphone integration. They appreciate the exceptional sound quality and the ease of installation and use. The HD radio is also a notable positive. On the downside, some customers have concerns about the small volume buttons and the lack of steering wheel control options.
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Pros mentioned:
Apple carplay, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great upgrade from factory unit!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Put this in a 2018 Wrangler to replace a very basic factory unit. Works better than anticipated! The factory speakers were replaced with Alpine boosted by a 500 watt amp. Added a small powered sub as well. Also had Geek Squad install a backup camera. The camera comes across very clear on the receiver screen. The CarPlay works flawless with my iPhone X.
My only complaint would be fit of the installation kit at the bottom face of head unit. There is a 1/4 inch gap where I have to fabricate a small trim piece if I get bothered by it. But it’s good enough for now and most people would not notice unless they were looking for it.
Overall I am very happy with the product and price and would do it again!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Features
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2019 Toyota Tundra replacement head unit
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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A great replacement for the factory head unit. Easy to operate. It has all the features I was looking for at a reasonable price.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Apple carplay, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome head unit.
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
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Fits nicely in an 04 chevy silverado. Sound quality is great. Android auto feature is a huge help when traveling. Ive had it for almost 2 years now and still works like new. Only downside is the android auto and i assume apple carplay are wired connections via usb cable and occasionally when the vehicle starts the music seems to only play from the front speakers so it has to be paused and unpaused to play out of all of them again. Definitely not a problem with me. Just a slight inconvenience, but definitely well worth the money considering the capabilities and features. Definitely would purchase again!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Upgrade!
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Had this installed by Geek Squad and they did an amazing job. I can’t say enough about the install customer service in Manchester. The stereo was a Christmas gift for my son’s 2011 Ford F-150. It has really updated the look of his dash and the sound.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Apple carplay, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Just What I Was Missing…
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
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Works great in my 2007 Toyota Camry! Install at the VA Bch location was done so neat and timely; I was really impressed with the care taken during installation. The radio is a huge upgrade because I now have Bluetooth and can stream all my music & use my phone hand free. I would strongly suggest paying the extra $60 for the steering wheel control kit so that you can control the volume from your steering wheel because the buttons on the radio are really small. Apple Car Play & CD/DVD player are also nice options! This radio was the perfect choice for me!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sound quality great and Car Play is awesom
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I replaced my old Pioneer radio in my Chevy full size truck used for towing my 5th travel trailer. The sound with old radio really sucked compared to sound produced by this new pioneer avh-2550nex radio. I also had a backup camera tied to AVH installed on my truck which is really helpful for backing. For music I use SiriusXM, the avh HD radio for fm and am. I also use Spotify and audible books app's alot. The google maps app works great with carplay on the AVH. I also listen to podcast on OVERCAST & IHEART RADIO apps. This AVH is awesome and I only wished I had ordered one sooner. The Geek Squad installed the parts into my truck at the Mira Mesa Best Buy. The did a great job with installation, training, advice to all at a reasonable price.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
No regrets!
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
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I love my new Pioneer stereo! I have an older model car and wanted to replace the antiquated radio in it with a touch screen with Apple Carplay. It’s awesome! I don’t gave to mess with my phone while I’m driving anymore to use the GPS, because it’s on the stereo screen. I can listen to my music, including from my Pandora and Spotify accounts. It came with free installation, which can be expensive, and that made it possible for me to also have new speakers installed (not free). Great price and easy to use. The installation experts were awesome too. Professionals. I’ve had no issues with my stereo or speakers.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Screen size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love this!
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First I want to give props to the installer . He did an amazing job and it wasn't easy putting this in my 2015 mustang with the required dash kit.
I have been using a stock radio for years and now I see what I've been missing. This radio just blew me away. With the Android auto and Spotify the equalizer presets are perfect and look so cool on the big screen. I haven't put my new speakers and amps in but this thing made my stock speakers sound 100 percent better and I can't wait to get my subs and Alpine components installed next weekend. Going to sound awesome for sure.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding upgrade to OEM system
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Bought this for my wife's old truck. The Pioneer does everything we wanted it to do and then some. I also got new speakers and a backup camera. The sound difference is incredible. The entire system rocks! Geek Squad's installation was flawless, making the system look like it belonged in the truck. The radio itself allows my wife to listen to books or music from her iPod while using Android Auto from her phone to navigate and answer phone calls. It remembers the last setup, so all she has to do is get in her truck with everything turned on and connect to Android Auto. Couldn't be much easier. Absolutely awesome. We are both very happy both with the system and the installation. Highly recommended.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Apple carplay, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great upgrade.
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Awesome radio. Sound quality is excellent. Looks great in the dash too. The Bluetooth is cool, you don’t even have to take your phone out of your pocket for it to work. The Apple CarPlay is awesome! You can control all of your music from the dash. The texting works really well. It will read your incoming ones and allow you to respond by just talking. Google maps in your dash is one of the beat GPS navigations too. Super happy with my purchase!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Apple carplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great product for the price
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
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Got this to upgrade the stock radio in my Jeep. It was well worth it. Having Android Auto for maps and streaming makes it a lot easier than using the phone on the dashboard. I also paired it with a backup camera and the picture looks great. I would definitely recommend this to anyone.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Apple carplay, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love this head unit!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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This is my second AVH-2550NEX. I had this in one car and a JVC in another. The interface is much better on this unit over the JVC. The Bluetooth and Android Auto worked much better on this one as well. I sold my JVC and purchased this one for the second car. It sounds great with the stock speakers and works great. One is in a Mustang, and the other in a Jeep. It's nice having the same interface between cars. Excellent unit and a great price for the performance.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Apple carplay, Ease of use, Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent value
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I've literally jumped to the next level of radios. Went from sigle din to double. Awsome screen, easy to navigate. Works great with Android Auto and Google Maps. Love it!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Apple carplay, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice radio
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
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I installed this radio in a 2015 Camry SE. What a difference in sound even with the factory speakers! Android auto works well and it is possible to watch youtube with weblink. My only complaint is the fact that you cannot listen to music from usb stick and run android auto at the same time. I guess this is where wireless andriod would be needed. By the way dvds look good, I wish someone would make car blu-ray players as streaming still sucks (I am old).
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Car stereo.
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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I had this installed by the Geek Squad and they did a great job. It took about an hour. This system is very easy to operate. Once you connect this to your Apple iPhone. The sky's the limit. Your iPhone becomes the command center. It took about a minute to sync and display. It says its satellite ready but you still need to purchase a vehicle tuner for the Sirius XM radio portion to work. Sound is good even with factory speakers. This is my second Pioneer radio I've purchased. I had one installed my wife's vehicle earlier this year. Pioneer is a good product.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Apple carplay, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Got this for our automobile.
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
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Great radio, C/D player with bluetooth. Hands free . So user friendly. Wife and I both love it. Wish we had installed it years ago. Price was Awesome.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Apple carplay, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Stereo!
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
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Absolutely outstanding stereo! The Android Auto is Awesome! The sound is stellar! It has great features, and a great Equalizer! Very appeasing appearance with multiple display options. Would highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Features
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2011 F-150 Great Option To Upgrade Your System!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Excellent stereo at a great price. Great features and a super easy install.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Solid! Some issues to address...
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Solid 4.5 star radio. Excellent Sound/EQ capabilities, my stock speakers sound 1,000% better than they did with the factory radio that failed after 15 years. I'm still learning how to use the Android Auto features but haven't run into any issues there yet. Great mic pickup quality during calls and vocal responses to notifications that come in while I am driving.
Issues: 1) The deck does not fully fit in the opening on my 2006 Subaru STI. (The face plate apparently 3 to 5mm larger than a standard double DIMM opening.) I had to use a Dremel to grind off some of my plastic trim for the piece to fully snap back into place. 2) Volume buttons are too tiny (as other reviews mention) when attempting to turn the volume up and you go over a bump you end up pressing the mic or volume down button instead. I have been trying to use the included remote while driving to change the volume or advance to the next song as the buttons on the remote are bigger and more spaced apart.
What could be better? Higher screen resolution (it's 800x600), and the ability to play blu-ray discs. Not just DVD and CDs. (Yes I still uses discs!)
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Buffalo jeep
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I love everything except there's only one USB in and no wireless aNdroid auto
Great sound easy to use easy install