Best Auxiliary Receivers in 2026

【Wired & wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, wired Mirror Link】This double DIN car stereo supports wired & wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, plus wired Mirror Link (AutoLink) for Android and iOS (other brands may only support one of them). It supports running navigation from CarPlay or Android Auto while listening to music in the background (other brands may not); with a built-in dedicated charging protocol, your phone battery will charge significantly while running wired CarPlay/Android Auto.

【Important Features on F7 XE】Built-in Max. 4*49W & RMS 4*29W Amplifier. 10-band EQ with 7 presets, combined with the Time Correction and Bass Filter features to offer you an audio feast. Bluetooth 5.0 supports HFP/HSP/A2DP/AVRCP/PBAP for hands-free calling/audio streaming. Online GPS Navigation: with a specific hardware solution to integrate CarPlay/Android Auto, you can run iOS Maps or Google Maps/Waze on F7's HD screen, provided that they are available on your phone.

【Inputs & Outputs】HD 720P front camera and rear camera inputs (other car stereo brands can only connect to cameras of 480-600 lines). The live rear view (LRV) function allows you to access the rearview even if the car is moving ahead (ATOTO AC-HD02LR camera is required). AM/FM tuner, SXM ready (tuner required); Video outputs for headrest monitors; Keep your OEM steering wheel controll functions; if there are no such functions, we highly recommend the ATOTO AC-44F5 steering wheel wireless remote.

【Real Time Rear-View on a Powerful Unit】F7 double din car stereo takes HD 720P backup camera input. Working with the included AC-HD01LR to offer LRV, F7 WE car stereo allows you to see what's behind the car at all times. Otherwise, F7 offers front cam input, FM/AM with RBDS, aux audio input, Bluetooth A2DP audio streaming, etc. If you intend to keep the OEM steering wheel controls with a third party adapter, F7 offers a dedicated 3.5mm jack. Or simply get ATOTO AC-44F5 remote control.

【Wireless CarPlay】F7 WE Double DIN head unit offers wired and wireless CarPlay. You can get directions from navigation apps like Waze, put on your personal playlist on Spotify, have Siri call a friend, etc. without even taking your iPhone out. Really convenient, not to mention safe. What a carefree driving experience! ATOTO proudly informs you that F7 car radio charges iPhone quickly while using wired CarPlay and supports running navigation in CarPlay while listening to FM/AM radio or USB music.

【Wireless Android Auto】F7 WE offers wired and wireless Android Auto, too. Google Maps plans the route for you, YouTube Music recommends your favorite genres, and Google Assistant makes calls and messages for you. In a word, let Android Auto deal with the stress while you kick back and focus on the wheel! As with CarPlay, F7 charges your phone quickly while using wired Android Auto and supports running navigation in Android Auto while listening to FM/AM radio or USB music.

S8 (Gen2) is the 2nd generation of ATOTO S8 Android car stereos. Its Soc applies a 12nm manufacturing process (higher efficiency, lower consumption), ARM Cortext Octa-Core processor (High performance), and the latest ATOTO AICE UI 11.0 (deep customization on Android Q). New ATOTO S8 can bring confidence and satisfaction under various operations. 3 options are available for internet access - Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth & USB Tethering (Traditional Android car stereos only have Wi-Fi option).

Speed Compensated Volume Control (SCVC)-Automatically adjusting S8's system volume as the vehicle speed changes to compensate for the road&wind noise. Users can put memorable photos in the specified gallery folder and let them play automatically on S8's HD screen with only a tap. S8 enables 6 touch gestures supporting a 2-fingers/3-fingers tap to enter the multi-task menu quickly, switch between preset 9 EQ modes, adjust the screen brightness, etc., which improve operation safety during driving.

Dual Bluetooth chips allow S8 to have multi-connections with phone and other BT devices meanwhile. BT2 supports Bluetooth tethering network and BLE connection. BT1 comes with Qualcomm aptX HD codec - Enhanced codec supports 24-bit music quality over BT，you can hear even the smallest details in music (phone needs to support BT aptX HD codec). Built-in phone integration link supports wired/wireless Android Auto, plus wired/wireless CarPlay.

S8 (Gen 2) is the second generation of ATOTO S8 Android car stereo, and its Soc applies a 12nm manufacturing process,ARM Cortext Octa-Core processor (higher efficiency,lower consumption,High performance), and the latest ATOTO AICE UI 11.0 (deep customization on Android Q). S8 Gen 2 brings satisfaction to various operations. Four options are available for internet access - WiFi/Bluetooth/USB Tethering connection, or via builtin 4G Cellular Modem (SIM card not included).

Dual Bluetooth allows S8 to enable multi-connections with phone & other BT devices simultaneously. BT2 supports connecting to the Phone's BT tethering internet. BT1 comes with Qualcomm aptX HD codec, supporting 24-bit music quality over BT. Listeners can hear even the smallest details in their music (phone needs to support BT aptX HD codec, too). Built-in phone integration link supports wired/wireless Android Auto, plus wired/wireless CarPlay.

It works with ATOTO AC-HD03LR camera (not included) to have an HD Virtual Surround-View (VSV) and Live Rear-View (LRV) display. A special Panoramic Image Stitching algorithm builtin to process the image sent from AC-HD03LR and rebuild a dynamic,virtual but almost same-size ratio surroundings view (VSV). With LRV option, users can access rearview even if the vehicle is moving ahead,removing obstructions of headrests and the vehicle's rear pillars and increasing the field of view.

【Powerful and Sleek】Upgraded from ATOTO's popular A6 Y, A6 PF has Android 10.0, ARM Cortex A55 8-Core & 2G+32G. 7-inch 1024*600 QLED screen with a 178° full-viewing angle allows clear viewing even in broad daylight. It is a sleek looking Android unit that's open to deep customization. It supports Key Mapping to Steering Wheel Keys, Dual Zone Video Out, FM/AM Radio w/RBDS, Bluetooth Handsfree & Music, Backup Camera Input, USB Playback (reads max. 512 GB USB or 2TB SSD)

【3 Internet Accesses & Dual Bluetooth】Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB (typically, Android car stereos only offer Wi-Fi). 2.4 & 5 GHz Wi-Fi ensures you won't be stuck at the congested 2.4 GHz. Bluetooth tethering, using Bluetooth 2 of the dual Bluetooth (BT1 is for handsfree & music), uses less power, and USB tethering, exclusive from ATOTO, even charges your phone slightly. More than 1,000 apps from Google Play Store have been tested installable on A6 PF. Make it look and function the way you like it.

【CarPlay, Android Auto & Wireless MirrorLink】Wired and WIRELESS CarPlay, wired and WIRELESS Android Auto. Run online navigation either in CarPlay or Android Auto, or directly on A6 PF; or download maps to A6 PF and get directions offline (built-in GPS). Make calls, send/receive sms, listen to music/podcasts in CarPlay or Android Auto while you focus on driving. Apps and contents not supported by CarPlay or Android Auto can be displayed on A6 PF with MirrorLink.

【Wired & wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, wired Mirror Link】This single DIN & double DIN car stereo supports wired & wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, plus wired MirrorLink (AutoLink) for Android and iOS (other brands may only support one of them). It supports running navigation from CarPlay or Android Auto while listening to music (other brands may not). With a built-in dedicated charging protocol, your phone battery charges significantly while running wired CarPlay/Android Auto.

【Important Features on F7 XE】Built-in Max. 4*49W & RMS 4*29W Amplifier. 10-band EQ with 7 presets to offer you an audio feast. Bluetooth 5.0 supports HFP/HSP/A2DP/AVRCP/PBAP for hands-free calling/audio streaming. Online GPS Navigation: with a specific hardware solution to integrate CarPlay/Android Auto, you can run iOS Maps or Google Maps/Waze on F7's HD screen, provided that they are available on your phone.

【Inputs & Outputs】HD 720P front camera and rear camera input (other car stereo brands can only connect to cameras of 480-600 lines). The live rear view (LRV) function allows you to access the rearview even if the car is moving ahead (ATOTO AC-HD02LR camera is required). AM/FM tuner, SXM ready (tuner required); video output for headrest monitors; keep your OEM steering wheel control functions; if there are no such functions, we highly recommend the ATOTO AC-44F5 steering wheel remote.

【2-in-1 Backup Camera】P807SD-RC navigator comes with an AC-RCR01W Rear Camera. It combines the features of recording and reversing camera, having HD 1080P and 150° wide viewing angle to present a clear wide view, autostart recording (SD card required) and save footages. Strong light suppression helps you figure out what happens behind your vehicle in high beams. The built-in G-sensor will lock the video once it senses unusual gravity changes. IMPORTANT: AC-RCR01W only compatible with P8 series.

【Get the CarPlay/Android Auto Without Replacing Your Car Stereo】You can enjoy wireless CarPlay and wireless Android Auto without having to go through all the trouble of replacing your head unit. A true plug-n-play unit, P8 comes with a holder that can be easily stuck to your windshield or dashboard. It supports 12v/24v power supply from the cigarette lighter. With P8, you can use CarPlay/Android Auto to get directions, listen to podcasts and more while driving. P8 can be turned off manually.

【Built-in Light Sensor】The brightness of the QLED display screen is adjusted both manually and automatically, thanks to the built-in light sensor. It senses the lighting change in the surroundings (e.g. driving into and out of a tunnel or into shades) and adjusts the brightness accordingly. The outstanding brightness of P8 offers great visibility even in broad daylight with no need of a hood over it.

【Live Rear-View on a Powerful Android Unit】Upgraded from ATOTO's popular A6 Y, A6 PF has Android 10.0, ARM Cortex A55 8-Core & 2G+32G. 7-inch 1024*600 QLED screen with a 178° full-viewing angle allows clear viewing even in broad daylight. With the included rear camera, you can have LRV, accessing rear-view even when driving forward, free from obstructions behind you inside the car. A6 PF can process 720P HD rear-view camera input (other car stereos can only connect to cameras of 480-600 lines).

【3 Internet Accesses & Dual Bluetooth & GPS Tracking】①2.4 & 5 GHz Wi-Fi ensures you won't be stuck at the congested 2.4 GHz; ② Power-efficient Bluetooth 2 tethering of the dual Bluetooth; ③ATOTO's exclusive USB tethering that also charges your phone. Use TrackHU, ATOTO's exclusive GPS tracking app, for real-time tracking with a 15-second refresh, OsmAnd's 4-satellite positioning, track playback with speed control, detailed reports, and instant online/offline status and geofence alerts.

【CarPlay, Android Auto & Wireless MirrorLink】Wired and WIRELESS CarPlay, Wired and WIRELESS Android Auto. Run online navigation either in CarPlay or Android Auto, or directly on A6 PF; or download maps to A6 PF and get directions offline (built-in GPS). Make calls, send/receive sms, listen to music/podcasts in CarPlay or Android Auto while you focus on driving. Apps and contents not supported by CarPlay or Android Auto can be displayed on A6 PF with MirrorLink.