Android Auto or Android Head Unit? What's Best? What's Different? ATOTO vs XTRONS

Explanation of the significant differences between Android Auto and a head unit running Android

[tias]

Your videos are a treat for those of us that are new to these Aftermarket units.
I was gutted when i realized i didnt buy a unit with Android auto, but now im quite sure it was the right decision anyway. Cause i don't want to "rely" on my phone. Thank you!

[fbloggs]

I ordered an 8" Joying android 10 unit - the one with real volume and tone knobs. I selected it based on your excellent review and it's now in my 1999 Subaru Forester. Anybody having an older car, as I have will appreciate this model, since most of the other models rely on your having steering wheel switches, which of course I don't. It's a fabulous radio . Since I installed the sim card it has transformed my driving experience completely. I have about 80 movies on a flash drive, along with a great many audiobooks and several apps to make driving a great experience - a huge variety of entertainment on tap at all times. Thanks again for the pointer toward the Joying radios!

[mikecolumna]

Thanks for the comprehensive information! You have helped tremendously. I own a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo with the factory Infiniti system. Due to its age I want to upgrade but was somewhat baffled by the overload of choices and consumer marketing. I now feel somewhat educated and confident in my ability to make a satisfying purchase . My hat's off to you! Cheers!

[dustinandrews]

I have an Android head unit that has WiFi and Android auto. I love using the head unit as its own device instead of Android auto. Android auto is limited and glitchy, while you can customize the head unit and download whatever apps you want.

[atoto]

Thank you Stuart for the clear explanation, it will help a lot of people who get confused about their difference!

[Gaurn]

You saved me from making the mistake of buying an Android Auto stereo. I want maps and the ability to read texts but I also want youtube to play. Even though my eyes will be on the road, I want to be able to play anything for my listening pleasure when driving and then watch stuff when I am parked. Google searches and plays youtube reasonably well by voice.

[coccoborg]

Android based unit + Headunit Reloaded App was the way to go for me!

[eustache_dauger]

Got myself the TS10 (6/128) AHU and its awesome!!! The only complaint being, most of these AHU are RHD bias.

[lenitanner]

Great video, cleared all my doubts… I don’t understand why the big names like pioneer, kenwood, sony do not have a full fledged android head unit yet or do they?

[ivani]

Thanks for the explanation.
What would be a good unit for apple carplay and android auto only in 2022-2023?

[camb]

Great video! Thanks for laying that one out clearly.

[neosde]

Good video about both systems, Just orderd android head unit and dongle for android auto. Nice to have both systems

[per-hakansvahn]

Thank you, mate! So informative, as always!

[murry]

Thanks! i really wanted to know about this :)

[urisluckin]

Hello, absolutely love your videos, best car audio tutorials on YouTube ! Just bought a Mazda MX5 NC with a factory fitted TomTom, which Android Auto 7 inch you think is best? I only need DAB and navigation through my smartphone. Thanks

[gordonarnold]

YOU THE MAN 💪
LOVE YOUR CHANNEL 👏 👍 👌 👊
GREAT INFO 👌
👉 PEACE ✌️

[janwojda]

Great video. Explaining something i was contemplating about

[wayne]

be better if they made a headunit that just mirrors your phones screen with out having to keep pluging it in and out something like wireless dex on samsung as having to plug your phone in and out of the car stereo is a pain and put me off buying something like this maybe the do make something like this but I'm just not aware..anyway i still enjoyed the video thank for the info.

[kenlee]

Thank you for that informative video. Just one thing -- I notice that you can get an unit with Android Auto and wireless CarPlay. Can you also get CarPlay on an Android Head unit?

[AnilPatel-sdnt]

Thank you so much. Excellent video and helped me a lot. 👍