Customer Ratings & Reviews

I have been using Rexing Wireless CarPlay adaptors for several years in my “summer” vehicle (FJ Cruiser) which has an aftermarket corded CarPlay-enabled radio head unit. Each version of Rexing’s CarPlay adapters continue to impress – the connectivity and speed to connect has gotten down to less than 10 seconds from starting the car. The ability to be fully hands-free (and practically eyes-free) use of CarPlay via Siri is responsive, and music streaming is excellent. No noticeable buffering and the size of the device is so small, it’s almost hard to see. An absolutely outstanding addition for vehicles which do not have native wireless CarPlay functionality. A couple of notes – not necessary cons – but notes. The device gets very warm, so placement with room for air should be considered. Also, the nature of CarPlay is flawed no matter what device you use if you have multiple devices that utilize a wireless network. I have a cellular-enabled dashcam setup that utilizes WIFI for real-time coverage from the camera to my phone and this interferes with the Rexing CarPlay adapter. They both initially connect via Bluetooth and then via WIFI and it confuses my phone. So, I just had to adjust the dashcam to record to the card and download clips when the radio and CarPlay adapter are powered off.

I am reviewing “Rexing - CPW-52 Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto Adapter” that I bought at Best Buy. My car is a 2019 Sienna XLE that came with built-in Navigation. This year Dynamic Map updates are no longer available - so I decided to try Apple Play so I can use Waze on the big screen. Problem with Apple Play is that I have to connect Apple Play to my iPhone each time I want to use it. I bought a cheap wireless Car Play adapter from Amazon. The adapter was long and got knocked out by my knee whenever I entered the car. The device connected to my phone successfully about half the time. As a loyal Rexing Dash Cam customer, I decided to pay a bit more for a quality Rexing Wireless Car Play Adapter. As you can see in the photo comparing the two adapters, there is no possibility of knocking the Rexing adapter out of the socket. Even more importantly, the wireless connection stays connected and automatically reconnects every time I start the car with my iPhone in my pocket. I gave the Rexing CPW-52 5 stars. It gives me peace of mind on every trip. I highly recommend the Rexing CPW-52.

I tried buying $200 devices that have all sorts of features like Netflix and screen mirroring and a bunch of fancy features that I never really used. After a car accident, I rented a car that had built-in Wireless CarPlay and I LOVED it. Automatically connecting, fast connecting, and always just there on and waiting. I returned my fancy $200 wireless carplay adaptor that ran on Android, required updates and frequently overheated and shut down and thought that I would just have to live with plug in CarPlay. This Rexing CPW-52 is the experience that I wanted from the beginning. Simple, quick and easy to setup, I'm so happy that I found this. I have always trusted Rexing for my dash cams so I knew when I saw this wireless carplay adapter, I could trust that it would be a quality, well-built product.

An upgrade from the previous version and much smaller in size. It works seamlessly after the initial 15 minutes of figuring it out, probabky mh fault lol. Works great with minor lag, which I expect. Definitely would buy again , it connected to my samsung s25 android. I am using it in my GTI which has android wired play and this makes me so happy that i can just walk into the car and it connects automatically.

I just purchased and received the new Rexing CPW-52 Wireless CarPlay adapter. It’s a compact, nonintrusive USB-A plug with an optional USB-C adapter. The installation was quick and easy. Pairing with my iPhone 15 was almost immediate. Once paired, I just had to click “Use CarPlay” to set it up for an automatic connection. The visible light indicates whether I’m connected. I’m not detecting any lag when listening to Apple Music. However, the music cuts in and out while driving. I’m trying to determine whether there’s Bluetooth interference with something else on my phone. I didn't have this problem with the previous Rexing device. Nevertheless, it’s great to get rid of the cord.

The CPW-52 Wireless CarPlay Adapter exceeds my expectations in every way! I didn’t realize how convenient this made things. I have been using it for about two weeks and I can confidently recommend this to anyone who is still using a usb cable to connect their phone to CarPlay. Connecting it was incredibly easy and the adapter is so small, it’s out of the way and not to mention not having the usb cable around my shifter area has really cleaned things up and keeps the area free and clear. The sound quality of my phone calls and Spotify music has not been affected and sounds just s good s of phone were plugged in via ish cable. It’s worked consistently and connects problem free every single time. I love it and highly recommend it! Thank you Rexing for another great product!

Simple plug and play into USB in my 2021 RAM 1500. After first install ans Bluetooth pairing, it works seamlessly. Auto connection. No delay. And more importantly, no wires!

I've been struggling to find a small unit to replace the 6' cord I've been using in my 2019 Tahoe which did not come with wireless carplay. I always didn't want to have the phone charging, and I didn't always want to place the phone in a cradle. I've purchased several Rexing dash cameras before, and was always pleased by their quality, so I was willing to give this a try. Plug it in, pair it to your phone the first time, done. Has connected every time, ever since, with no detectable delay or latency. If you are looking for a small, discrete wireless solution. I recommend this Rexing unit.

Excellent simple to use product. I appreciate that it came with both USB-A (the big square plug) as well as an adapter for USB-C (rounded symmetrical connector). Worked well for me!

Really good, surprisingly small. Doesn't take any room away from my center console, it's almost flush with the USB port . I do have one quirk, if I remote start my car sometimes it won't connect on its own, I have to get my phone out and join the wifi network it puts out. Overall it's great, clever design to make my car think an iPhone is plugged in and then lets me connect my android to it. Zero lag Android Auto experience, with a newer phone at least.

Excelent for tiny space . A lil bit lag but better than other wireless adapter .

I installed this wireless CarPlay adapter in my 2018 Mazda 3, and it has worked exactly as I hoped. The biggest advantage is that I finally got rid of the cable. I use CarPlay every day, and not having to plug my phone in every time I get in the car makes a huge difference. The initial setup required a manual connection, but it was straightforward and only needed to be done once. After that, the adapter automatically reconnects every time I start the car. Now my phone connects within seconds without any extra steps. The connection has been stable, CarPlay functions work properly, and the overall experience feels very close to a factory-installed wireless system. I’m very happy with this purchase and relieved to see everything working so smoothly in my Mazda 3. If you’re tired of dealing with cables and have a vehicle with wired CarPlay, this adapter is definitely worth considering.

This is the perfect upgrade for a Ford Sync3 system that requires a wired connection for Android Auto and CarPlay. This device is low profile, completely blending in to my truck's infotainment dash. The intial setup was super easy and my phone now automatically connects to the device and AA automatically boots when I start the truck. Completely seemless experience!

Started using a usb cable and when that went out, used a wireless dongle from another brand. That didn't last long either. It would connect and disconnect making it very frustrating and the initial set up was a nightmare. Went back to a cable and after constantly changing them out decided to see if this Rexing would do the trick. So far, it's been outstanding. Set up was a breeze, didn't even need to look up any videos. Set up both IOS and Android because I have both phones. Interface on both was the same but realized you can't easily switch back and forth. So I decided to stick with my android. There is very little lag unlike the last wireless dongle I had. I do recommend that you keep your phone stationary on a holder while driving or the gps goes kinda all over the place with the map.

Got CPW-42 for me before and love it. So my wife required one as well. I don't know why Toyota and Lexus are so conservative so that their 202x cars still have to use a cable with carplay. However, Rexing products help cut the cable.

I have bought 3 CPW-42s for various vehicles and they've all worked great. I decided to try the CPW-52 due to the placement of my USB port. I love the CPw-52 as it it tiny, about the size of the nickle and it doesn't protrude out from the USB port. It's very compact and is a huge upgrade if you don't need to use the USB-C adapter.

Was great in the beginning owning it,but after a while it would over heat cut in and out and now it doesn’t even work. Kinda insane for 76$ that it messes up. But what can you do.

I bought the Rexing CPW-52 because I was tired of plugging my phone in every time I got in the car just to use CarPlay. So far, it has been a really convenient upgrade. The adapter is very small and low-profile, so it does not look messy or take up much space around the USB port. Setup was simple. I plugged it in, paired my phone, and after the first connection it started reconnecting automatically when I turned on the car. I like that I can leave my phone in my pocket or bag and still have maps, music, calls, and messages come up on the screen. Performance has been good overall. The connection is pretty quick, and music and navigation work smoothly most of the time. There can be a tiny bit of lag here and there, which I expected with a wireless adapter, but it has not been a big issue for normal driving. I also noticed it can get a little warm after using it for a while, but nothing that has caused problems for me. The best part is how simple it is. It does exactly what I wanted: turns my wired CarPlay into wireless without adding extra cables or clutter. Just make sure your car already supports wired CarPlay or Android Auto, because this does not add the feature to cars that do not already have it. Overall, I’m happy with it. It makes my daily driving more convenient, and I would recommend it to anyone who wants a clean and easy wireless CarPlay/Android Auto setup.

I recently bought a CarPlay adapter from Best Buy and I’m honestly really impressed with it. Setup was quick and easy, and it connected to my phone within minutes. It made my wired CarPlay completely wireless, which has been super convenient for daily driving. The connection stays stable, audio quality is great, and there’s barely any lag when using maps, music, or calls. Definitely made my driving experience a lot smoother and cleaner without dealing with cables all the time. I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking to upgrade their car setup!

The Rexing Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto Adapter is compact, well made, and easy to set up. The packaging and instructions were clear, and the device powered on immediately when connected. Pairing with my iPhone was straightforward, and the adapter was quickly detected via Bluetooth. I especially liked the small size of the adapter, which makes it easy to keep out of sight in the vehicle. The included instructions were simple to follow, and the overall quality of the product appears solid. Before purchasing, make sure your vehicle is equipped with factory wired Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, as this adapter is designed to convert an existing wired connection into a wireless one. Overall, the adapter appears to be a convenient solution for drivers who want to eliminate the need for a USB cable and enjoy a cleaner, wireless experience.