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Driver Codes vs HiRemote

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Driver Codes compared with HiRemote
DetailDriver Codes logo Driver CodesHiRemote logo HiRemote
What it doesYour driving licence, in one secure app Free Hisense TV remote app for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch that pairs in 30 seconds with no account required
StageEstablished Not given
Founded2019 Not given
Based inGB Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Not given
PricingConsumer app: free for iOS and Android. Business checks: £1 per app-linked check, or £1.60 when checks run via DVLA Access to Driver Data (ADD); pay-as-you-go with no lock-in contract. Free: all core remote functions including power, volume, mute, channel navigation, smart TV menu navigation, touchpad, QWERTY keyboard, and app shortcuts. Pro: $9.99/year (pricing varies by region) adds Apple Watch app, Lock Screen and Home Screen widgets, ad-free mode, custom button mapping, macros
Key features
  • Real-time DVLA licence information updated from Gov.uk systems
  • Generate and share DVLA check codes in one tap
  • View penalty points and endorsements
  • Track Driver CPC training hours and course information
  • Vehicle search and garage with MOT and tax reminders
  • Live fuel prices to find nearest and cheapest fuel
  • Real-time UK road incidents and 7-day closure forecasts
  • Automated scheduled fleet licence re-checks with instant alerts
  • REST API for integrations with HR and transport systems
  • Power, volume, and mute control
  • Full QWERTY keyboard for streaming app passwords
  • Direct app launch shortcuts (Netflix, YouTube, Prime, Disney+)
  • Touchpad navigation mode
  • Apple Watch app with complications and widgets
  • Local Wi-Fi pairing without cloud servers
  • Support for VIDAA, Roku, Google TV, and Fire TV platforms
  • 30-second pairing process
  • Custom button mapping (Pro)
  • Voice search (Pro)
What makes it different
  • No share code chasing: uses long-lived app mandates instead of requiring fresh codes every few weeks
  • Pay-as-you-go fleet pricing with no lock-in contract
  • Drivers never pay for compliance checking
  • Trusted by 100,000+ UK drivers with 4.8-star ratings
  • Cyber Essentials certified and ICO registered for security and UK data governance
  • No account, email, or phone number required to use
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)26 no change since last check8 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)97
Citation Flow (Majestic)2125
Referring domains (Majestic)4918

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