Product Comparison: iPod/iPhone/iPad/AUX Wired VS Pure Bluetooth
Feature | iPod/iPhone/iPad/AUX Wired | Pure Bluetooth with AUX |
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Audio Streaming | Audio Streaming Through Apple 30-pin connector or AUX 3.5mm cables. If you have newer Apple device - use 30pin to lightning adapter Optional Bluetooth Extension (sold separately) allows to stream audio wirelessly. | Audio Streaming Wirelessly through Bluetooth or through AUX 3.5mm cable |
Track Switching | Track Switching From car stereo controls or steering wheel (iPod/iPhone/iPad only). Note: wireless streaming through Bluetooth Extension does not support switching tracks via car stereo controls. | Track Switching From car stereo controls and/or steering wheel for Bluetooth paired devices including iPhone and Android phones. |
Sound Quality | Sound Quality CD quality or better | Sound Quality CD quality or better |
Hands-free calling | Hands-free calling Requires Bluetooth Extension (sold separately) | Hands-free calling Supported. Receive calls and hang-up the phone via car stereo controls. |
Charging | Charging Supported via Apple 30pin cable (only works with Apple products)Charging output: 5V 1A | Charging Built-in USB charging port (charging cable not included in the kit)Charging output: 5V 1A |
Kit Installation | Kit Installation Installation requires the removal of the stock radio and connecting the kit at the back via open external CD-changer port. Apple and AUX cables have to be wired outside. If installing Bluetooth Extension (sold separately) - microphone has to be wired as close to the driver's mouth as possible (preferably to A-pillar). | Kit Installation Installation requires the removal of the stock radio and connecting the kit at the back via open external CD-changer port. AUX Cable and optional Charging Cable have to be wired outside. Microphone has to be wired as close to the driver's mouth as possible (preferably to A-pillar). |
Supported devices | Supported devices - All iPods, iPhones and iPads are supported. Earlier Apple devices require 30-pin Apple cable - AUX cable lets you connect any device with a 3.5mm jack - Bluetooth Extension (sold separately) supports any bluetooth-enabled device including Apple, Android, Windows and Blackberry phones and tablets | Supported devices - Any bluetooth-enabled device including Apple, Android, Windows and Blackberry phones and tablets- AUX cable lets you connect any device with a 3.5mm jack |
Kit content | Kit content - Vehicle Specific Harness- Main Module - Apple 30-pin Cable - AUX cable - Splitter Y cable (only when XM or Navigation stereo type is selected) | Kit content - Vehicle Specific Harness- Main Module - AUX cable - Bluetooth Microphone - Splitter Y cable (only when XM or Navigation stereo type is selected) |
Price | Price Starts at $84.99 USD | Price Starts at $139.99 USD |
Brandon Barnhill –
I don’t usually submit reviews. I try to stay positive so if I really don’t like something, I chalk it up to lesson learned. And if I really do like something, I figure that should be the goal in the first place. However, I am so thoroughly impressed with the GTA car kit bluetooth device that I just had to review. I own a 2015 VW CC with what should be a very modern Bluetooth system, but my 2001 Acura CL with GTA car kit blows it away. I have a Windows Mobile device, and the GTA works flawlessly with it. Sound quality is absolutely excellent. It connects quickly and without drama every time. Phone call quality is outstanding as well. Callers report crystal clear sound and they sound clear through the car speakers. Installation is pretty easy if you’re handy and aren’t afraid to take apart the interior of the car (it’s easier than it sounds). To be fair, the instructions included with the device were not the best and included no details about installing in my particular vehicle. A sheet explaining installation in my car would have been nice. They do have a YouTube video that was mostly helpful in explaining installation in the Acura CL/TL, although it was inaccurate in a couple of spots. Overall, I’d give the device itself a 10/10. It’s that good.
M.G. Brown –
I love my GTA iPhone integrator and bluetooth extension in my 2003 Acura CL Type S. I feel that it is a wonderfully designed product that is easy to install and also to use. Having this installed in my car makes it feel like a “new car”.
Thanks also for the helpful installation videos on YouTube- seeing how it’s done visually helps so very much to get it done quickly and properly.
Jeffrey Schultz –
This item is great—my biggest complaint is that it wasn’t marketed aggressively years ago so I could have enjoyed it years ago! The how-to video was very good, made it very clear. No complaints and good value—thanks!