Pioneer - AVH-2550NEX - Double-DIN 6.8" CD/DVD Receiver, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, HD Radio, Alexa via Vozsis - Black

I installed this in my 2009 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited to replace the factory radio. I also installed the iDatalink Maestro module to retain all of the factory original features and was required in order to control front to rear fade as I kept the factory Infinity amplifier. The Maestro also gives me an engine gauge screen on the new Pioneer, tire pressure, door status, battery voltage, and engine error code display/reset via the ODB connector. I also replaced all of the factory speakers. JBL Harman components in the front, JBL coaxials in sound bar, and a Pioneer low profile sub in the rear. Finally I also installed a backup camera which is displayed on the Pioneer screen. So far I love the Pioneer head unit. Amazing sound quality, great features. I have a Samsung Galaxy S9 and the Android Auto is really cool. Allows me to run Waze navigation and other apps like Pandora when my phone is plugged into the Pioneer USB port. My only complaints, thus the 4 stars: (1) Wish there were two USB ports, keep switching between USB thumb drive loaded with music files and my phone for navigation. (2) Control buttons on left side are rather small. Overall a great radio and great price! Was $450 but got it on sale for $299. TIP: The Metra dash install/trim kit I used has very soft/cheap plastic, cracks easily. I've read that Scosche makes a better quality one and will pursue that brand for future installs.

So happy with this purchase! I have a 2013 Toyota Corolla and wanted a new receiver that I can get apple CarPlay. The sound when I have my iPhone connected is amazing and the quality is so much better! I had Best Buy install it and honestly I didn’t even look at the manual afterwards to figure something out, it’s pretty easy to navigate without looking it up.

Amazing head unit that’s loaded with features! I have a 08 Trailblazer SS that was in serious need of an update when it came to audio and modern functionality. Got a harness and this head unit from Best Buy and honestly I love the performance. Was able to tune the crossfade, so that the factory speakers can play at the right levels. CarPlay makes the car like new, and the hands free functionality makes it a safe ride when responding back to texts while driving back with the baby. Would recommend!!

I upgraded my 2010 Toyota Camry with this unit and love all the new features. Apple Carplay and Android Auto run great with me and my wife's phone (10 max and Pixel 2XL). I did a self install. If you're going this route I recommend searching through YouTube for your vehicle and seeing if anyone else has performed a install on that type of vehicle. I also found out that OEM steering controls do not work if you just buy the receiver and install. You have to purchase an adapter for that. Self installs require knowledge of electrical wiring. If you know nothing about electrical wiring there's a vast amount of resources available on YouTube. I also recommend going to Crutchfield and purchasing a $10 receiver and speaker guide for your car. It helped me safely take out all my panels without breaking any plastic clips. You will have to do your homework the self install but it is very rewarding and fun learning the process. I do need to mention that I had to grind down my mounting kit from Metra to fit this receiver. Just something to keep in mind. You will have to adapt to certain situations and figure out on your own. Lastly, since I had everything apart I just installed front and rear 6x9 and added a backup cam. Was well worth it. Only con with this receiver is the auto dimmer does not work correctly. During the day visibility of the screen is not very good. It needs to be brighter. I might just need to set that manually, but haven't yet.

Very happy with this stereo. I chose this radio for a few different reasons. First, I really enjoy that 2 phones can be connected at the same time. I have a work cell phone and a personal cell phone I keep on me almost all the time, and it is very convenient that both can be connected at the same time in case I get a call on either while driving. Second, I love that I can customize the home screen app layout, background images, and color scheme. I was able to accurately match the same colors as the rest of the lit-up components on my dash, so the stereo gives off the impression that it's OEM. Lastly, I installed 4 Pioneer A-series speakers before I had this head unit installed (2-6.5" in front doors, 2-6x9s in the back). I would have to turn the volume all the way up on the factory stereo before the speaker would start to bump, but with this head unit, the car is rattling at only 1/3 of maximum volume. This is almost entirely due to the increased power this stereo puts out compared to the factory one, but it also has to do with all the different audio settings available on this head unit. I can individually increase volume levels on each speaker relative to each other, customize the EQ settings, and add a bass boost that nearly turns my 6x9s into subs. Overall I am very pleased with my purchase. I did a lot of research beforehand, and decided that this was the best stereo for me. I don't care about the size of the buttons, and if it really bothers you, just use the remote that comes with it (duuuhhh, smh). PS. android auto works for me, weblink works for me, and if it doesn't work for you, it is likely because the cable you're using sucks. Try getting a higher grade cable, that's what worked for me.