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$599.99
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Best Buy has Compustar 2-Way CSX Remote Start System w/ LTE Module + Installation (CSX4905S-KIT) on sale for $299.99. Shipping is free, alternatively store pickup is free. Thanks Raj4slick

Note, this model comes with the LTE module which allows you to unlock your doors through your phone

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Operate your car doors easily using this CompuStar two-way vehicle remote system. The unlimited range smartphone control feature lets you lock and unlock your doors from afar through your phone, while the advanced remote smart functions let you set a timed start, cold and hot temperature start and stop-and-go mode. This CompuStar two-way vehicle remote system is compatible with most vehicles that support automatic transmission. -slickdewmaster

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Best Buy has the Compustar - 2-Way CSX Remote Start System/LTE Module (CSX4905S-KIT) on sale for $299.99 (originally priced at $599.99). It includes free installation and Drone module. DroneMobile service comes with a free 30-day trial.

What's Included:
2-way LED remote
DR-X1 LTE telematics module
FT-HRN-X1 harness
2-way antenna and antenna cable
FT-Temp sensor
Window sticker, warning sticker, door jamb sticker
Remote quick card and X1 setup card

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Dronemobile is not a free service. For Basic $5.99 it does lock/unlock/start and the premium feature has GPS tracking, POI's and more. For a device that has a 3000' range (1/2 mile-ish) starting distance it's hard to justify paying a monthly service fee for it.

But if you are going with Dronemobile and paying the monthly service fee, then you would want a unit with active alarm system integrated on to it to get your moneys worth. So you get alerted on your phone if your alarm goes off. Except this one is just remote start with keyless entry.

A few disadvantages of going with Best Buy:
1) They always oversell the units and the installs are usually around 3 months behind for cold states
2) If something doesn't work right and you want service, you will have to wait a few months to get service due to overflow of customers
3) It's not a professional hard-wire installation. They use a plug and play harness that is provided for installation. If they don't have that PnP harness available for your car, they cannot install on to your vehicle.
4) Plug and play installation = you don't need much skills to install it. Except you want someone who is a 12volt guru installing on to your vehicle, not some young kid making $12/hour @ best buy.

All in all, I would recommend going with a professional shop to get the better "after-service," should anything fail in the future. You may pay a little more, but it's not worth getting the long wait and the frustration.
This one looks like it includes the LTE module.. I just got the $249 one installed on Saturday and kinda wish I had this one instead.
The other thread of 12/28 does not come with drone module. The one you were talking about is originally priced at 449.99 and this one for 599.99. I still think this is a good deal.

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rogi43
01-06-2020 at 05:23 AM.
01-06-2020 at 05:23 AM.
Not a bad price but not great. Best Buy puts this unit on sale about 1-2x per month. It was $249.99 as recently as 12/28. They do 249,299,349 and seem to randomly choose one. I'd wait until they do 249 again. Also see other threads but installation is typically available 3-4 weeks out. Some people with Toyota and Lexus report issues due to the wiring systems in those cars. Happy Monday!
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iheartemox
01-06-2020 at 05:26 AM.
01-06-2020 at 05:26 AM.
Quote from rogi43 :
Not a bad price but not great. Best Buy puts this unit on sale about 1-2x per month. It was $249.99 as recently as 12/28. They do 249,299,349 and seem to randomly choose one. I'd wait until they do 249 again. Also see other threads but installation is typically available 3-4 weeks out. Some people with Toyota and Lexus report issues due to the wiring systems in those cars. Happy Monday!

This one looks like it includes the LTE module.. I just got the $249 one installed on Saturday and kinda wish I had this one instead.
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Raj4slick
01-06-2020 at 05:27 AM.
01-06-2020 at 05:27 AM.
Quote from rogi43 :
Not a bad price but not great. Best Buy puts this unit on sale about 1-2x per month. It was $249.99 as recently as 12/28. They do 249,299,349 and seem to randomly choose one. I'd wait until they do 249 again. Also see other threads but installation is typically available 3-4 weeks out. Some people with Toyota and Lexus report issues due to the wiring systems in those cars. Happy Monday!

The other thread of 12/28 does not come with drone module. The one you were talking about is originally priced at 449.99 and this one for 599.99. I still think this is a good deal.
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augie0041
01-06-2020 at 05:40 AM.
01-06-2020 at 05:40 AM.
I am debating between The Drone Mobile and the Viper Connect Mobile, especially since the Viper Connect can be purchased for only $99 at PC Richard and it includes 5 years of Basic Service included. That bundled with the Viper DS4+ for $199 seems like similar if not better deal. Thoughts anyone? I have this installed scheduled for later this month
https://www.pcrichard.com/Viper/V...550B5.pcrp
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tiGGG
01-06-2020 at 05:50 AM.
01-06-2020 at 05:50 AM.
I like this deal but..

"Comes with a free 30-day trial. After the trial, plans require additional fee with no contract or annual commitment. Pause or cancel service at any time. There are no reactivation charges.
The DroneMobile service is only required for cellular connectivity and is not required in order to use the Compustar remote/key fob."

Anyone know how much it costs to keep going with the DroneMobile?

*Edit: NVM, found the info on DroneMobile cost/month - https://dronemobile.com/subscriptions
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Raj4slick
01-06-2020 at 05:55 AM.
01-06-2020 at 05:55 AM.
Quote from tiGGG :
I like this deal but.. Comes with a free 30-day trial. After the trial, plans require additional fee with no contract or annual commitment. Pause or cancel service at any time. There are no reactivation charges.

The DroneMobile service is only required for cellular connectivity and is not required in order to use the Compustar remote/key fob.

Anyone know how much it costs to keep going with the DroneMobile?
Bottom of this Page https://www.compustar.com/bundles...e-starter/ gives the plan details. The price changes with monthly and annual subscriptions.
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SlvrDragon50
01-06-2020 at 06:12 AM.
01-06-2020 at 06:12 AM.
Really wanting to get DroneMobile installed in my car... already have a basic 1 way.
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Shagwell
01-06-2020 at 11:23 AM.
01-06-2020 at 11:23 AM.
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Dronemobile monthly plans are auto-renewing plans that customer can choose on a pay-as-you go basis. All monthly plans are bundled into one single payment using a single credit card. We offer 4 plan types per month : Basic $5.99, Premium $11.99, Business $24.99, Business Plus $29.99.

Dronemobile is not a free service. For Basic $5.99 it does lock/unlock/start and the premium feature has GPS tracking, POI's and more. For a device that has a 3000' range (1/2 mile-ish) starting distance it's hard to justify paying a monthly service fee for it.

But if you are going with Dronemobile and paying the monthly service fee, then you would want a unit with active alarm system integrated on to it to get your moneys worth. So you get alerted on your phone if your alarm goes off. Except this one is just remote start with keyless entry.

A few disadvantages of going with Best Buy:
1) They always oversell the units and the installs are usually around 3 months behind for cold states
2) If something doesn't work right and you want service, you will have to wait a few months to get service due to overflow of customers
3) It's not a professional hard-wire installation. They use a plug and play harness that is provided for installation. If they don't have that PnP harness available for your car, they cannot install on to your vehicle.
4) Plug and play installation = you don't need much skills to install it. Except you want someone who is a 12volt guru installing on to your vehicle, not some young kid making $12/hour @ best buy.

All in all, I would recommend going with a professional shop to get the better "after-service," should anything fail in the future. You may pay a little more, but it's not worth getting the long wait and the frustration.
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poopybuttface
01-06-2020 at 11:51 AM.
01-06-2020 at 11:51 AM.
Anybody know if the power door and trunk buttons on a key fob will work with this installed? The vehicle in question is a 2008 Toyota sienna limited
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augie0041
01-06-2020 at 02:36 PM.
01-06-2020 at 02:36 PM.
Quote from JLM2911 :
Stay away from Viper/DEI products

Care to elaborate, why?
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zevo82
01-06-2020 at 03:06 PM.
01-06-2020 at 03:06 PM.
This is a killer price for this...I bought it at 349 in November and had it installed December 14...got bb to price match...love the unit...the drone is great
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xlnlif
01-06-2020 at 06:01 PM.
01-06-2020 at 06:01 PM.
I believe the T-Harness is $99 extra (Hyundai/Kia, for example).
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