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Brand | Vyncs |
Special Feature | No Monthly Fee, Posted Speed Limits on Map, 4G LTE Cat M1+Cat NB1+EGPRS OBD Wireless Global device, 24/7 Roadside Assistance: Optional, Mapping Technology: Google [Street & Satellite], Data Retention: Unlimited, Engine off Hourly Location See more |
Supported Application | Find my Car |
Included Components | SIM Card |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 2.4 x 1.9 x 0.9 inches |
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- GPS Tracker For Vehicles. 4G LTE Device No Monthly Fee, One-time Activation fee: $39.99 (full refund if returned and account cancelled within 30 days). 1 year Service included. Renewal (USD 78.93) in 2nd year (no activation fee). Real Time Tracking: USA (AT&T , T-Mobile) and International coverage. SIM card included. Track Cars, Trucks, Small Fleets, Seniors, Teenagers. Plug into the OBD-II port of vehicle or hide using Vyncs OBD Extension Cable. Real-time whereabouts via iPhone, Android, Web
- Vyncs Advantages. No Battery needed, powered by OBD. Vehicle DTC Codes, Fuel Economy, Fuel Level (if available), True Idling, Engine RPM, Vehicle Speed, Manufacturer Recall, Vehicle Maintenance. World SIM, replacement if Vyncs stops working. Groups Feature that no one else has: Indoor/Outdoor – Locate Loved ones’ phones instantly when they’re walking, biking, or on public transit. All they need is the Vyncs app on their Android/iOS phones. Even use it to find your lost or stolen phone
- Real Time Location Tracking and Trips. Collects data every second, analyzes, and sends 20 seconds update to the server every minute. Other upgrades available. Unlimited trip history on map. No battery needed. Draws very little power from OBD-II port. Goes to sleep while ignition-off saving battery power and wakes up once in every hour to update location. Shared accounts for car tracking device. Live customer support avalable 7 days a week.
- View trips, review routes on map, set zones around any area, get zone enter-exit notifications. Driver and Vehicle Alerts. Geofence zones, street address for start/stop points on the map. Driver speeding/braking/rapid acceleration alerts by Push Notification/Email, trip history on map. Vehicle OBD diagnostics, fault codes, maintenance, car battery voltage, vehicle recall, fuel economy and fuel level (if available). Tamper alert once device is plugged back in the OBD port.
- Why Vyncs. Ultra Fast, 4G LTE Device. Highly: 5000+ great reviews and near 100% 5 star seller feedback. Check out Vyncs video on the slider. Has all the features you want plus a lot more. Get Vyncs Fleet for advanced fleet monitoring features for fleets with 5+ vehicles. Global Support: Supported in 200+ countries. Check with us for the details.
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Accuracy | 3.8 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.4 |
Tech Support | 3.6 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Battery life | 4.1 | 4.5 | — | 5.0 | 4.3 | 4.6 |
Easy to install | 4.4 | 4.8 | 4.8 | — | — | 4.7 |
Mileage | 3.8 | 4.6 | 4.7 | — | — | — |
Sold By | Agnik | Brickhouse Security | kayo auto | SafeTag | Optimus Tracking | Optimus Tracking |
special feature | 4G LTE Cat M1+Cat NB1+EGPRS OBD Wireless Global device, No Monthly Fee, Posted Speed Limits on Map, Mapping Technology: Google [Street & Satellite], Data Retention: Unlimited, Engine off Hourly Location, 24/7 Roadside Assistance: Optional | — | — | GeoFence, GPS Tracking, Web-App & Mobile-App | Portable | Speed Monitoring |
supported applications | Find my Car | GPS | GPS | Vehicle Tracking | GPS | GPS |
Product Description
Everything You Need, All in One.
Vyncs takes your cars online and into the connected world. Plug in the ultra fast 4G LTE Vyncs Link device and know your cars’ real-time location, unlimited trip histories, geo-fence alerts, speeding alerts, accident/impact alerts, vehicle health condition, fuel/emissions performance, maintenance reminders, driver location outside the car, and way more. Purchase cost + activation fee (see second product image) include 1 Vyncs Link device, 1 year of service, 1 global SIM card, 1 year of data plan on AT&T and T-Mobile network in USA (nothing to do with your Android/iOS device's data plan). You can view your Vyncs account on any computer or Android/iOS device. 30 day trial period.
Vyncs Has Your Back, Anytime and Anywhere.
Stay connected to your vehicles and drivers using our Android/iOS apps, web-account in your computer, smartwatch app, or even your smart home assistant, Alexa! The 4G Vyncs Link device comes with a built-in SIM card that currently works in 200+ different countries including USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico-- you can track from anywhere! Check the Legal Disclaimer section on this page for the list of supported countries.
NO MONTHLY FEE is required. Vyncs Basic, Vyncs Premium, Vyncs Pro, Vyncs Fleet come with a SIM card and do not require any MONTHLY FEE for the data connection. You pay the yearly fee and a one-time activation fee in the first year.
Why Vyncs?
- Vyncs Link is a fast 4G LTE device.
- Vyncs has no monthly fee.
- Worldwide coverage in 200+ countries.
- No battery is ever needed; powered by your car. Vyncs does not need battery charging.
- Speeding alerts marked on the map along with true posted speed limits.
- Accident/impact detection alert.
- Know where your car is when engine is off, once an hour engine off location reporting.
- Track loved ones even when not in a car using Vyncs Groups feature.
- On-demand location update for loved ones’ Android/iOS devices in Vyncs groups.
- Know your car’s health problems including generic fault codes.
- Know true idling for your car since it is based on car OBD data.
- Vyncs detects engine-on even if the car is not moving.
- Know true vehicle speed – Non-OBD Trackers provide estimated vehicle speeds only.
- Create geo-fence zones of any shape not just simple circular zones.
- Know your vehicle’s recalls well before you receive the notification from manufacturers.
- Know which gas station is giving you better fuel economy.
- Keep track of your fuel fill-ups automatically (when it is supported by your car's OBD).
- Tiny device size - 1.75 x 2 x 0.75 inches.
- Unlimited history for as long as you have a valid subscription.
- Lifetime device performance when you have a valid plan.
- 2 minutes easy setup using our guided setup in the Vyncs app.
Vyncs 4G LTE GPS Tracker Connected Car Solution
Real-Time Tracking, Geofences, and Driver Safety
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Vehicle TrackingWhile driving, Vyncs Basic collects data every second, analyzes that, and transfers the data every 3 minutes from the device to our servers (15/30/60 second upgrades available). Even if your car’s engine is off, Vyncs wakes up every hour to update you. Compare this important feature with other products. Vyncs also reports real-time location and records all of the trips your vehicle has taken, including start and stop addresses. Offers real speed limits on map. |
Be in the KnowSet up Geofences from your account for knowing when your vehicles enter and/or exit a certain area. Unlike other products, Vyncs offers a more-powerful, any-shape geofence (not just a circular fence which often does not work in many locations). If your device has been plugged back into your car’s OBD-II port after being removed, get tamper alerts (the device doesn’t have a battery for safety reasons). Get alerts when they drive during curfew hours. Get notifications on your Android/iOS devices and desktop/laptop. |
Know How They’re DrivingView where your drivers’ rapid acceleration and harsh braking events occur on a map. See how often your drivers speed with our speeding histogram, which shows you how much time the driver spends in certain speed ranges. Know how much your drivers are idling. Evaluate your drivers with the Vyncs Driver Score, which Vyncs calculates from how safe each trip your driver takes over time. Get unsafe driving alerts for speeding (above a custom threshold), rapid acceleration, harsh braking, and rough cornering. |
Vehicle Health Monitoring, Fuel Reports, and Location Sharing Beyond the Car
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Solve Problems Before They Get BigVyncs collects all the generic vehicle trouble code data that’s only accessible through the OBD-II port, a.k.a be the first to know exactly what’s happening with your car before it becomes a big issue. See all of the details within your account. Check engine lights and emission information are reported whenever available as well. Get maintenance reminders, recall notices (compare these feature with other products) issued by your car’s manufacturer, and your car’s battery health condition. |
Smart Fuel, Smart SavingsKnow how much fuel is left in your vehicles (supported as long as the vehicle reports this data through the OBD-II port), track the fuel cost with VyncsFleet, and get personalized fuel savings tips. Vyncs correlates fuel consumption with how the vehicle is being driven and reports the aspects of one's driving that is contributing towards increased fuel consumption. |
Track Beyond the CarDon’t be limited to the car! Track beyond the car with our optional and unique Android/iOS device location-sharing feature, Vyncs Groups at no extra cost (compare this with other products). Keep track of your loved ones when they’re walking, biking, or on public transit. Create private groups and add anyone you want via a custom group code-- all they need is the Android/iOS app! You may turn off the feature at any time. Even use it to find your lost or stolen Android/iOS device easily. This is optional. Use it only if you need to. |
24/7 Roadside Assistance and Smart Devices
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24/7 Roadside ServicesBe ready for anything with free roadside services in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico with Vyncs Premium or via upgrade. The program includes 24/7 roadside assistance, towing, winching, lost key/lock-out help, fuel delivery, and more. Some restrictions are applicable. |
The Vyncs Link Device and Vyncs CablesThe Vyncs Link is a tiny but very powerful device. It has a dedicated accelerometer for detecting 3-axis acceleration and braking events. Device does not need a battery. Dimension: 1.75 x 2 x 0.75 inches; Weight: 2.2 ounces. If you want to use an OBD-II extension cable (optional), use only the Vyncs OBD-II extension cable for safety. You can also use our 12V power adapter cable for using Vyncs in heavy duty and non-OBD-II compliant vehicles. |
Family of Smart Devices and AppsVyncs has a rich developer forum. It is integrated with smartwatches, your smart home assistant, Alexa, and many other third party applications. That means you have access to many awesome additional features once you are part of our Vyncs family. In case you want to create your own application, just check us out. |
Vyncs Fleet and More
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Vyncs for Businesses & FleetsVyncs Fleet: Vyncs with many additional features for commercial fleet management including: (1) Allows unlimited number of vehicles per account. (2) Fleet dashboard. (3) Street address on trip table. (4) Downloadable data in Excel-friendly format. (5) Fuel cost tracking. (6) Creating custom maintenance tasks. (7) More scalable software and powerful infrastructure for fleets. (8) Stop time reporting on the map. (9) True idle time (vehicle not moving but engine running) reporting on the map. (10) Multiple sub-fleets with more than one managers and due access control. (11) Dispatch management on the map, (12) Many other features... |
Get Your Vyncs: The Right One
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Vyncs OBD Extension Cable & Power Adapter CableVyncs OBD-II Extension Cable: Optional extension cable for connecting the Vyncs device with the OBD-II port. The only cable tested to work with Vyncs. Using any other cable is not recommended since it may not match the OBD-II pin-support requirement of the Vyncs device. Unauthorized cables that are not tested with Vyncs may also damage the device. Vyncs 12V Power Adapter: We also offer a 12V power adapter cable for installing the Vyncs device in non-OBD-compliant light or heavy duty vehicle. Note that the 12V power adapter cable is different from the OBD-II Extension Cable shown above. |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 2.4 x 1.9 x 0.9 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.33 ounces |
ASIN | B01HSODG10 |
Item model number | VYNCSLINK-001 |
Customer Reviews |
4.0 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #4,303 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #17 in GPS Trackers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Wireless communication technologies | 4G |
Special features | No Monthly Fee, Posted Speed Limits on Map, 4G LTE Cat M1+Cat NB1+EGPRS OBD Wireless Global device, 24/7 Roadside Assistance: Optional, Mapping Technology: Google [Street & Satellite], Data Retention: Unlimited, Engine off Hourly Location |
Display size | 0.9 inches |
Other display features | Wireless |
Color | Black |
Whats in the box | SIM Card |
Manufacturer | Agnik |
Date First Available | June 30, 2016 |
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Customers like the ease of use and quality of the location tracker. They mention that it's easy to install and use, and the app is user friendly. They also appreciate the value, notifications, and accuracy. However, some customers have reported issues with the signal strength, saying that the device keeps losing signal. Opinions are mixed on service and speed.
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Customers like the quality of the location tracker. They mention it works great, has good features throughout the app, and is reliable. Some say that it's an effective tool to monitor your car and your fleet. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The install and programming was very easy, and the quality of the geo mapping and diagnostic data is terrific...." Read more
"...My insurance premiums were also lowered due to the accuracy, functionality, and quality of the device...." Read more
"...It was easy to install and works great. We know when she leaves the house and returns home...." Read more
"...On Feb. 22, 2022, the GPS failed to function. I wrote customer service through the ONLY outlet they have on the website and notified them of such...." Read more
Customers find the location tracker easy to install and use. They say the web interface and iPhone app are user friendly. Customers also say the product is convenient and accurate. They mention that the product and networks continue to improve.
"...The install and programming was very easy, and the quality of the geo mapping and diagnostic data is terrific...." Read more
"...It was easy to install and works great. We know when she leaves the house and returns home...." Read more
"...This Vyncs device was perfect! We put it in his onboard diagnostic port where it charges itself so we don’t ever have to worry about it...." Read more
"...fact that a 2020 Honda Accord isn't compatible, they've NEVER answered my queries in detail -- it's as though you're dealing with the Chinese all..." Read more
Customers like the value of the location tracker. They say the price of the service is low, the trip cost and speed the vehicle travels are accurate, and there is no monthly fee. They also appreciate the year of free service.
"...The price and value are much better than going with the service option from Hyundai...." Read more
"...and us peace of mind, both of which are invaluable and worth a yearly subscription fee. Thank you Vyncs!" Read more
"...The price of the service is low, but make sure you correctly purchase the plan you want at the outset, which may mean buying it directly from the..." Read more
"...These are generic parameters but not mandatory and available only for the light-duty vehicles...." Read more
Customers like the notifications provided by the location tracker. They mention that it provides speeding alerts on the map, ignition-on notification, and a list of vehicle notifications. They also appreciate the SMS alerts when speeding or entering/leaving zones. Customers also appreciate that the app sends location and diagnostic information to the website and phone.
"...was very easy, and the quality of the geo mapping and diagnostic data is terrific...." Read more
"...-Good alerts on SMS when speeding or entering/leaving zones-Don't have to pay monthly..." Read more
"...Routes and vehicle status are always visible, there are emergency alerts, alerts for leaving or arriving in a specified area on the map...." Read more
"...You can select past days as well.You can define zones on the map. These zones can be where the car is allowed or NOT allowed...." Read more
Customers like the accuracy of the product. They say the GPS has been extremely accurate, and they are pleased with the accuracy. They also say it accurately tracks when the car is on, and gives an overall score to tell them how safe of a driver they are.
"...Positives:-Very good location accuracy (way better then the phone when stationary) Usually within about 20 feet..." Read more
"...accurate GPS tracking for off-road fieldworkCons:* When 3G service was discontinued, I needed to get a new 4G device.*..." Read more
"...and service for over 4 years now and have found it to be reliable, accurate, and of great value compared to so many other products...." Read more
"Simple interface, accurate and easy to use. The app is laid out very well and the plug and play module maks it supr simple to use." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the location tracker. Some mention it is accurate on location, speeds, and vehicle statistics, and provides information on speed, driving performance, gasoline, and alerts about speeding. However, others say that the app is clumsy and slow, the refresh rate is too slow, and the page refreshing is slow.
"...Got more used to it over time.-Only 3 minute update by default, had to upgrade to 1 minute updates to have any hope on intercepting a moving..." Read more
"...I have found it to be very accurate for the most part, and right up to time...." Read more
"We were looking for a way to keep track of our teens car. App is slow to load and not very user friendly but works...." Read more
"...I like the trip cost and speed the vehicle travels. Just renewed for another year!" Read more
Customers are mixed about the service. Some mention that the company is offering a great service at a fair price, while others say that the support is useless and the tech support is just as bad.
"...accident my children were involved in, compounding this is poor customer service, and no way to retrieve accident data from the device if it fails..." Read more
"Works perfect 99% of the time. All issues are quickly fixed by in-app customer service contacts." Read more
"...Every company with work trucks should use this devise. To find tech support is hard...." Read more
"Customer service is amazing. Product delivers as promised. Always no where the car is at anytime." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the signal strength of the location tracker. They mention that it loses signal, stops transmitting mid-trip, and sends a signal only every 3 minutes. Some customers also report weak signals in their area and connection issues. Overall, customers are disappointed with the performance of this product.
"...First off, you can't speak with ANYONE at this company. EVER. Email is not answered...." Read more
"...became painfully aware of the fact that the device sent a signal only every 3 minutes. But honestly, in the grand scheme of things, it was fine...." Read more
"...There have been times when product looses gps signal...." Read more
"...Maybe I have a bad one, but I cannot deal with unreliable and sporadic reporting.Date: Feb 14, 2020..." Read more
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We recently canceled the BluLink service through Hyundai due to the high cost of the service. After reading other reviews and options I purchased the Vyncs for our 2021 Hyundai. The install and programming was very easy, and the quality of the geo mapping and diagnostic data is terrific. The mapping and data access is also available remotely without my cell phone via the Vyncs website. I am very happy with the product and software and decided to purchase another one for my old truck as the software supports family and fleet units if you have a business. The price and value are much better than going with the service option from Hyundai.
One issue...our neighborhood WaWa is not listed in the gas station options but I'm providing that feedback to Vyncs directly.
As an example of its inaccuracy, one time I took a 20-mile trip from point A to point B and then 20 miles back to point A. The trip map properly showed how and when I went from A to B, but then showed my return trip as starting (and the car being turned on) in the middle of the freeway about halfway between point B and point A. There was no indication of how or when I got from point B to this halfway point, and not only had I never stopped the car after leaving point B, I certainly didn't start the car in the middle of the freeway (the map did not show me starting the car off to the side of the freeway at this halfway point, but literally in the middle of the road).
According to the trip maps, we have more than once taken several minutes to get from the entrance of our neighborhood to our house, which actually takes about one minute, max.
My husband and I also tested the product to see if it accurately determined and sent notifications of speeding. It did not.
For our purposes, one of the biggest disappointments was the inaccuracy of the “zone” feature of the product (called “geofencing” in the PDF instructions). Supposedly, you can outline a geographical area on the Internet map and receive an email when the car in question enters or leaves that zone. We set up such a zone at the entrance to our dead-end street which is probably a half a mile from our house. Theoretically, every time our car went more than this half-mile away from our house, we would receive an email. We have been using this product for about three weeks now, and have only received a 2-3 emails indicating that our car was entering or leaving our street, when it has actually should be well over 100. (Every time my husband or I go anywhere in this car, we should get four emails: one for entering and one for leaving the zone created at the end of our street when we start our errands, and one for entering the zone and leaving the zone when we return home.)
I used my VYNCS for the first time on July 3, 2017. I immediately realized that the default GPS update frequency of once every three minutes was inadequate, and that having the automatic update feature was much more convenient than updating the map manually, which for me meant switching out of the map screen and starting over in the drill down menus to get back to the screen that I had just closed (my Internet refresh button did not do anything). July 4, 2017 was a holiday. On July 5, 2017, I contacted the company (which was "immediately," for all practical purposes) to upgrade from the Basic service to the Pro service. The Basic service was the only option available on the Amazon site. The Pro service costs $ 50 more and additionally includes one year of roadside service, a 60-second GPS update (instead of three minutes), and the live map auto refresh feature. I wanted to pay $ 50 more to subscribe to the Pro service and therefore have these three additional features included in my plan, but I was told that because I already had the Basic plan (even though it had been in service for only two days and even though the Pro plan was not offered at my point of purchase), I would have to buy each of the three additional features at its individual price which totaled $ 70, and which I chose not to do. Not very customer friendly, in my opinion.
The user manual to which the website links is outdated. The table of contents is not accurate, the list of features is not accurate, and some functions are called one thing in this manual and something else in the website instructions. You can figure out what’s going on, but I think it indicates some sloppiness on the company’s part.
The marketing and website of this product includes a blatant push to give this product a social dimension among teenagers, where teenagers are supposed to have fun making a game of tracking and competing with each other’s driving skills, measured in points and penalty points for speeding, accelerating too fast, etc. This feature eliminates all associated privacy and confidentially and if a family car is shared, your teenager's friends not only know about your teenager's driving habits, but those of all other drivers of the car.
This feature is so shamelessly pushed that “Vyncs Social” is the name of the homepage one reaches after logging in to Vyncs's website. Of course, users get rewards for signing up their friends.
I have not used this product for any auto diagnostics, so I can’t speak to their accuracy. The product is easy to install and, at least on our model of car, it’s location is inconspicuous. The price of the service is low, but make sure you correctly purchase the plan you want at the outset, which may mean buying it directly from the company, rather than through Amazon.
CONCLUSION: My conclusion is that unless sketchy (about 30%) accuracy and timeliness about location and driving characteristics is adequate, this is not the product for you. This would include an inaccurate and/or untimely indication of the car's location, unreliable information about, for instance, if the driver is driving recklessly, and no notifications which would allow you to act in a consequential manner to the information your have set up Vyncs to provide you. (It is hard to request that your child stop speeding or leave an unsafe part of town or a certain friend's house, if you haven't been notified that that is what the child is doing or that is where the child is.)
If you really do want to know the information Vyncs claims to be providing you, you would be better off paying more for a monthly service and getting the results that you expect. A product isn't a bargain if it doesn't do what you are counting on it to do. If I had it to do over again, I would definitely go in a different direction, even though it would be more expensive. And when I do that now, I am not going to return the device to Vyncs; I refuse to give the company a restocking fee as a reward for having a totally unsatisfactory product. I don't know how much the restocking fee would be, as the amount indicated varies depending on where you find it on the website.
I am rating this product one star because of it simply is not accurate or timely in detecting travel locations, driving characteristics, or providing the notifications I have set it up to provide. As I said, I don’t know if its vehicle diagnostics may be more satisfactory.
VYNCS offers the best product of all the options I looked at, but their marketing practices are a little sharp for my tastes. They tout "No Monthly Fees", but buried deeper in the text it reveals that it's an annual fee. You are basically buying low-volume cell phone service so there has to be a fee. And a little deeper in you learn there is also a one-time set up fee of $30. The purchase price of $80 includes a year of basic service. All in for the first year the cost was $110 for the simplest plan. That's only $9.16/month for the first year, $6.66/month after that. That is very reasonable. At that level you get data points every 3 minutes when the car is running, or once per hour if the car is off and sitting. That is plenty for tracking a family car. You can pay to upgrade the reporting frequency to every 60, 30, or 15 seconds. The more data you send the more the annual fee is. The 15 second option is an additional $130!
The software is a little cumbersome in my opinion. You can view the website on your smartphone or computer. You need to set up an account on the VYNCS website before you plug the tracker into the OBD port. I recommend you have the registration handy or at least know the VIN number.
It takes a little study to sort through all the possible reports. Location reports are the most useful to me. Those come in two basic flavors, Trips or Days. Selecting Trips takes you to the simplest report - where the car is now, or as the software refers to it Last Known Location. There is an option to see the latest trip from engine start to last known location. A "trip" is all data from Engine Start event to the next Engine Stop event. This is probably the most useful two selections for me. You can work your way backwards in time looking at each recorded trip.
Selecting the Days option opens a map with all the current day's data points displayed at once which can be visually confusing to sort out. Waypoints are numbered, numbers reset after each engine stop. In this screen you can eliminate the clutter by using the Begin Time/End time to filter the data into more manageable views. Clicking on each waypoint opens a data window that shows GPS coordinates, date and time, and miles per hour. You can select past days as well.
You can define zones on the map. These zones can be where the car is allowed or NOT allowed. When the car crosses the line an alert is sent to your phone. Being plugged in to the OBD port gives access to acceleration, braking, cornering, and speed data. Excessive acceleration is noted in reports, as is hard braking, and hard cornering. Your kids may not like it, but you will know where, when, and how fast.
It was easy to install and works great. We know when she leaves the house and returns home. We can see where she has been and most importantly, can find her if she forgets where she is going. We’ll worth the cost for peace of mind.
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Reviewed in Canada on May 5, 2023
L'installation est très facile. Après avoir créé un compte sur le site (ou via l'app) de Vyncs, ajouté un véhicule, un conducteur et activé le tracker (10$ de frais d'activation), j'ai l'ai pluggé dans le port OBD2 de ma voiture. Je l'ai installé via un câble de rallonge OBD2 et cela fonctionne parfaitement.
Il s'est immédiatement mis en fonction et j'ai démarré le moteur. Les premières informations ont directement été transmises vers mon compte pour consultation.
Les données sont uploadées toutes les 3 minutes et le tracker enregistre un très grand nombre d'événements (allumage et extinction du moteur, positionnement GPS, vitesse, consommation de carburant, etc...). Tout semble donc fonctionner à merveille et à vérifier à l'usage dans le temps.
Le seul bémol, c'est que tout leur site internet et l'app sont en anglais, ce qui n'est pas un soucis pour moi mais qui peut gêner certaines personnes. Autre petite chose constatée, le prix moyen du carburant doit être mentionné en US dollar...
J'ai configuré des zones de geofencing, et pour l'instant, malgré le passage au travers d'elles, je n'ai pas reçu de notifications (peut-être un détail de configuration qui m'a échappé).
J'avais au départ commandé un tracker Invoxia, qui fonctionnait très mal et qui n'était absolument pas fiable dans les données transmises.
Pour l'instant, très satisfait de mon nouvel achat. Si mon expérience devait changer, je ne manquerai pas de modifier mon commentaire.
UPDATE : Le Geofencing fonctionne maintenant. Je reçois des mails et des notifications push via l'app lorsque l'on entre ou sort des zones que j'ai définies. --> +1 étoile
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 21, 2019