Aftermarket wireless CarPlay

[NikeRJC]

Hey! Does anyone have a wireless CarPlay adapter for their equinox? I’m looking for recommendations on brands that function flawlessly before making a purchase. Thanks in advance!

 

[NXR71]

No, however I know that CarPlay, unlike Android Auto, is very bandwidth-intensive and an adapter that only uses Bluetooth will not cut it. The good ones use both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi part is used to supply the extra bandwidth needed by CarPlay.

But it's not like regular Wi-Fi. It's only used for CarPlay and there usually is no setup needed once Bluetooth has been paired. It just works.

People seem to like this one, for whatever that's worth, and I do not have an iPhone so I have never tried it: https://www.amazon.com/OTTOCAST-Wireless-CarPlay-Adapter-Install/dp/B09Q176WHH/

 

[hjb]

I've had this for about a year, it works ok with our iPhones. It can be a little slow to connect initially, but once connect it works just like the wired car play. I spend about $90 on this a year ago, though it seems to be about half off right now.

Amazon.com

 

[NikeRJC]

I just ordered the Ottocast MX. I’ll let you guy know how it functions after living with it for a bit.

 

[Bronzebox]

I've had this for about a year, it works ok with our iPhones. It can be a little slow to connect initially, but once connect it works just like the wired car play. I spend about $90 on this a year ago, though it seems to be about half off right now.

Amazon.com

Have wireless in the Equinox but I use a CarlinKit like this one in my Maverick truck and it’s OK for the most part.