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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 162 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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95%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers consistently note the convenience of the remote start feature, with many appreciating the long range and ease of use. The product is also seen as a good value for the price, and customers have praised the installation services provided by Best Buy. However, some customers have expressed concerns about compatibility issues with their car remotes and the lack of an alarm system.

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product to use .i really like.i would recommended to my friends.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Long range, Remote start

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very useful in cold weather

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Compustar starter can reach up to 3000 feet away! yes I can start my car inside the shopping mall while walking toward the parking lot. The engine will run for 20 minutes and automatic cut off in case I forgot to get to my car. It's an awesome device when the weather is freezing out, I can start up the vehicle while in door and have it warm up before getting in. Especially when taking my kids to school in the morning during winter time. Highly recommended.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Installation
    Cons mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great choice for New and Old Vehicles

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We had this installed in our brand new Toyota and 10year old Ford Pickup. The only minor issue we have is with the new Toyota and the key-less start, when you start the Toyota with the remote start and open the door to get in the car shuts off and you must restart it. Some type of safety feature.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my second buy from Best buy. I'm not sure how do Best buy bring this goddies deal. I had remote buy and geek installation for my Van before and now I will be doing for my another Van. Thank you best buy for bring good deal for customer before winter kicks in. I greatly appreciate BB Thanks

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Long range

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Remote Start on the market!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had the Compustart 2 way remote start installed in my 2011 chevy Silverado and its awesome! I love the 2 way remote system that responds with sound letting you know the vehicle is started, as well as when you unlock and lock the vehicle. The range on this remote is amazing! I live in an apartment and can start it from my bedroom when I wake up in the morning. The distance is at least a quarter mile from my room depending on where I find parking, so it seems to work through walls and objects just fine. I also love the blue alarm armed light flashing constantly when the vehicle is locked. Great thief deterant especially when I have a nice sound system I would hate to get stolen. I would definitely recommend this system to a friend. Thanks Compustart!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation, Remote start

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Remoter Starter & Installer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The key to any remote starter is the Installer. I was fortunate to have Cory at the DeWitt NY store do my install. Zero issues. Remote with the tactical feedback worked great. Sold the vehicle but just bought another one and the same Remote. Looking forward to having back in.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Long range, Remote start

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Engine maintenance

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So far so good. Does what I need it to. I can easily start my truck from inside my house or even inside the building where I work and warm up my vehicle before I hit the road. Engine maintenance. Remote range is insanely far!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Remote start

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome remote start

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this remote start, had it installed by geek squad and was able to keep my factory keyless entry and trunk pop and has been reliable thus far, the two way remote is a huge plus as it let's me know the car actually started and is running, I would highly recommend!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Long range, Remote start

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Now I’m ready for Winter.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Compustar remote’s 2-way feedback that the car started is great. Very pleased with the Best Buy installation. Now, I can start my 2014 Acura RDX from a good distance.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Long range

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Helpful for CO winter and TX summer

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I spend most of my time in Colorado and also spend some summers in Texas. It has been so helpful to have my car warm during CO winters, and cool with the AC on during TX summers. I love the 2-way feature because I like the confirmation that my car has started (glad I decided to upgrade from 1-way). Also, this has a really far range; I'm on the 3rd floor in my apartment building, and when I park on the far end of the parking lot in my building, it still reaches (4/5 times). Definitely worth it in my book.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Defrost issue

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works Great!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This system has exceeded my expectations. So much so that I bought a second time be for my diesel. The only downside is that you have to set the fan speed, temp, and defroster to the run position so that it will defrost the windshield after using the remote start. Still great though!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation, Remote start

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works as described. Starts car remotely

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best Buy Geek squad installed this with a professional experience. The remote start and door lock work as expected.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It's fine!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have been looking for a 2-Way Remote Start System for some time for a couple of reasons. 1.) Convenience during winter, and 2.) We lost a spare car key and they cost $450+ each so this seemed like a perfect solution. I've had this product now for about 5 months and it's fine except that I'd have to question its maximum transmitter range of 3000 feet. I work on a college campus so I'd suspect that the frequency rate is weakened when your vehicle is in the middle of 500 other cars because I've never been able to get it to start unless I'm more or less 200 feet away. Again, this 3000 feet transmitter range is likely accurate in the event that you're in an open space. A little disappointed about this.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Long range

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Remote Starter Bundle

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had the 4900S Bundle installed recently, it came with upgraded remotes (only one confirmes the car has started). Installation went smoothly and the range is great. The price includes installation-they've been running this promo for a few months now.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Long range

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just get it

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    New baby, Summer, Florida. I got it online with free installation, I got the appointment for 6 weeks later, installation took close to 6 hours and still have to buy additional parts. But Bryan in Destin Best Buy is the man, I came days later to program the keychain to open all doors, this location didn’t have the adapter. He drove to a different location to get that adapter. Now to the unit, the range is awesome. At least 2 blocks straight.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great car starter

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great car starter, I bought this as a gift and wish I would've bought one for me!! It lets you know that the car actually started and alerts you to how much time is left before it shuts off. Best Buy did a professional installation and we're very happy with this product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Remote start

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Remote Start

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The remote start that I bought is absolutely wonderful. It lets me know when my car has started and even lets me know when my car has been unlocked or someone is opening a door while the remote start is activated. I LOVE it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Long range

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    longtimecustomer

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great system. Nashua store did a fantastic job with the install. The job was done faster than was quoted. Nashua Best Buy's install team was top notch. I couldn't be happier with the purchase. Remote starts my car from a father distance than the product quotes which is great in the winter.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Long range

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good distance great price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased on the deal of the day with install. Very good distance and works great. Great deal for under $270 for a 2 way with install. Remember you get 2 remotes but only one is a 2 way.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A bit of confusion

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Ordered this item and was present to have it installed when We were told it would be too much wire cutting to put in. After returning once had the one we wanted with the two way instead of the one way FOB. Management and second tech were totally awesome about getting us the things we wanted and went above and beyond.

    I would recommend this to a friend