Android Auto and CarPlay are two smartphone integration platforms that help you interact with your phone more safely while driving. Both systems use your phone to do the heavy lifting of running apps and making calls, while allowing you to view information and interact with your phone through a display built into your vehicle.

Android Auto only works with Android phones, while CarPlay only works with iPhones. Each system offers similar functionality, but there are a few key differences.

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay have similar functionality and availability. CarPlay is available in a few models that don’t support Android Auto, but most new cars that come with one also come with the other.

Some key differences include varying interfaces, voice assistants, and third-party app compatibility. Starting in early 2024, Android Auto will also have a differentiator with the announcement of the rollout of Generative AI to help users manage texts.