these are the 3 best systems (under 400 euros)

Does your car not have CarPlay, but secretly would you like to? Then we have the solution! These are the three best Apple CarPlay systems under 400 euros that you can install yourself.

Installing Apple CarPlay: the 3 best systems

CarPlay (and Android Auto) is an option for almost all recent cars. But what if you have an older car without CarPlay? Even then there is an option, but you have to keep a few things in mind. We tell you what to pay attention to when installing and also show you the top 3 of the best Apple CarPlay systems. And that for every budget!

1. Pioneer SPH-DA160DAB

This Pioneer (6.8 inch screen) fits in a double DIN (2-DIN) slot and is fairly easy to install. It has support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Furthermore, it has bluetooth and this Pioneer has digital radio with DAB / DAB +. You will need an optional DAB antenna for this.

Furthermore, you can of course make hands-free calls, use maps and open messages with voice commands. The Pioneer responds quickly during use and has a good price-quality ratio (379 euros†

2. Boscer Car Radio Universal

This Boscer (104.95 euros) has a 7-inch screen and you connect your iPhone with a cable. In addition to Apple Carplay and Android Auto, this radio has support for bluetooth, USB, aux, SD cards and FM radio. If you close the iPhone, you can request directions, make phone calls, send (and receive) messages and listen to music.

The radio has a double DIN connection and is quite easy to connect. Boscer’s car systems are great if you don’t want to spend a lot, but still want to install Apple CarPlay in your car.

3. ATOTO F7 XE

Do you have an older car with a single DIN (1-DIN)? Then this car radio with CarPlay offers a solution. The ATOTO F7 XE (349 euros) has an 8-inch screen and support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

You can use the ATOTO wirelessly and wired. Of course you can also make hands-free calls and stream music. It has a built-in FM/AM radio runer and space for a microSD card. Furthermore, the ATOTO has two USB connections and knows how to handle external drives up to 2TB.

Because this is one of the universal systems with Apple CarPlay, you sometimes need additional accessories for installation. More information can be found via the brand’s site on Amazon.

Installing Apple CarPlay systems: you should pay attention to this

There is quite a difference in Apple CarPlay systems that you can install yourself. Your car must of course be suitable to undergo the necessary adjustments. There is also a big difference in screen size and options.

Most importantly, your car must have the space to build in the system. You place the CarPlay system instead of the car radio. You have systems for 2-DIN and the older 1-DIN.

With CarPlay systems with 1-DIN, the screen often protrudes a bit. 1-DIN (DIN only) are car radios with a size of 180x50x150mm. With 2-DIN, the car radios are twice as large, namely 180x100x150mm. Therefore, check in advance which version you need.

Installing Apple CarPlay systems is often easy to do yourself, but you can of course also visit a garage to have it done. Keep in mind that there are costs involved.

NB: The newer your car (without CarPlay) is, the more difficult it is likely to be to replace your car stereo.

Also remember that you always need your iPhone to use CarPlay. Often these systems use a cable to connect your iPhone. Do not you want that? Then buy one with wireless support or take a look at the article below. Then you can make any Apple CarPlay system wireless.

Read more: These are the best dongles to make your CarPlay wireless

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