The best immobilizer of 2021: TOP-10

The rating of immobilizers in 2021 starts with inexpensive models. They are available to most motorists due to their low price, have good characteristics.

Each car owner strives to provide protection against theft for his vehicle. There are a large number of car alarm systems on the market. However, to increase the safety of the car, experts recommend additionally installing an immobilizer. This equipment does not allow the engine to be started without special permission. The rating of the best immobilizers in 2021 will allow you to choose a good model of such a device.

Main criteria

To choose the best immobilizer, you should consider the main parameters of the device:

1. Design. It can be based on the following elements:
   • Microimmobilizer. It is an electromagnetic relay capable of breaking the signal in the ignition and fuel supply system.
   • Microprocessor block. Processes digital signals, allows you to remotely activate or deactivate the engine lock
   • Key. An object in the form of a label, code or magnetic chip. When the key is recognized, a signal is given and the lock is deactivated.
2. Control method. Specifies how the owner releases the lock. There are three types:
   • Code. To install such systems, a digital panel is embedded in the center console. With its help, the car owner enters a special code, and the lock is removed.
   • Contact. Physical media is used for management.
   • Contactless. Systems of this type operate at a distance. The signal is transmitted using a transponder, smartphone or radio tag.
3. Mounting. According to the installation method, blockers are:
   • Wired. Such systems are installed in the passenger compartment, connecting them to a common wiring. They work like a bicycle brake, controlled only by entering a code.
   • Wireless. Able to identify the owner at a distance, deactivate the lock in case of an emergency.
4. Signal type. The criterion determines the degree of protection against hacking of digital immobilizers. There are two varieties:
   • Static. Such devices are less reliable, as they can be hacked with special scanners.
   • Dynamic. They change the digital data transmission channel, which is why scanners cannot read information.

In addition to general parameters, when choosing the best immobilizers for cars, experts highlight auxiliary options:

• the ability to equip additional relays and keys;
• automatic blocking control;
• mode switching when any type of engine is running, including compressor;
• integration into the general anti-theft alarm system, synchronization with additional equipment;
• autonomous mode of operation, independent of the general network;
• hermetically sealed housing allowing installation in the engine compartment.

It is also important to study owner reviews of immobilizers in order to take into account the experience of using this equipment. So you can avoid buying a low-quality device.

Often, car owners choose an immobilizer only from well-known manufacturers. However, less popular companies also produce quality equipment. To choose the best immobilizer, you need to study the technical specifications, customer reviews and device ratings.

Economy class immobilizers

The rating of immobilizers in 2021 starts with inexpensive models. They are available to most motorists due to their low price, have good characteristics.

Alligator A-1S

This is a one-way system that has the necessary basic functions and protects the car from theft.

Immobilizer Alligator A-1S

The main parameters	Connection type	Unilateral
	Radio encryption	X2-CODE
	Blocking the engine	+
	Special mode "Anti-robbery"	+
	Auto start guard	+
	Security with the engine turned on	+
	Blocking a Stolen Car "Anti-Hi-Jack"	+
	Special mode "Panic"	+
Service options	Vehicle location search	+
	Automatic window closing	+
	Valet mode	+
Control characteristics	Key fob range	To 50 meters
	Using a regular key	No
	Key rings for management	Yes, 2 pieces
additional characteristics	Equipment	Basic control unit, siren, LED indicator, wires, limit switch, Valet button, shock sensor, instructions
	Warranty	12 months
	Manufacturer country	China

Scher-khan magicar 11

This is a universal system that can protect any car. Differs in a set of additional functions, a convenient remote control.

Immobilizer Scher-Khan Magicar 11

The main parameters	CAN module	+
	Radio encryption	MagicCode PRO3
	Connection type	Bilateral
	Impact sensor	+
	Sensor that calls the driver	+
Security Options	Multi-stage security system with PIN-1 and PIN-2 passwords	+
	Anti-robbery mode	No
	Special mode "Panic"	+
	Working with the engine running	+
	Blocking the engine	+
	Automatic start of protection	+
	Jackstop special mode	+
Service options	Auto start engine for cars with manual transmission, automatic transmission	+
	Remote engine start	+
	Auto start the engine at a given moment	+
	Automatic window closing	+
	Vehicle Location	+
	Hands free function	+
	Intelligent Turbo Timer function	+
	Multifunction keychain communicator with LCD display	+
	Remote monitoring of system status	+
Control characteristics	Key rings for management	+
	Using a regular key	+
additional characteristics	Equipment	Blocking relay, stickers, siren, basic control module, limit switch, wires, antenna module
	Warranty	12 months
	Manufacturer country	China

Cenmax Vigilant ST-8A

Another economy model, included in the top 10 best car immobilizers. The car alarm has an increased level of protection, which provides dynamic data transfer.

Immobilizer Cenmax Vigilant ST-8A

The main parameters	Connection type	Bilateral
	Radio coding	dynamic
	CAN module	Optional
	Impact sensor	+
Security Options	Blocking the engine	+
	Special mode "Anti-robbery"	+
	Automatic start of protection	+
	Working with the engine running	+
	Special mode "Panic"	+
	Silent activation and deactivation	+
	Troubleshooting at the start	+
	Blocking a stolen car Anti-Hi-Jack	+
Service options	Autostart of the engine with the "Alarm Clock" function	+
	Remote engine start	+
	Turbo timer function	+
	Keychain with LCD display, communicator function and pager	+
	Automatic window closing	+
	Trunk management	+
	Remote monitoring of system status	+
	Internal temperature sensor	+
	Special Valet	+
	AV Trigger Function	+
Control characteristics	Using a regular key	No
	Key fob signal transmission distance	To 1200 meters
	Key rings for management	Yes, 1 keyfob with feedback, 1 keyfob with one-way signal transmission
additional characteristics	Equipment	Basic control module, emergency stop button, temperature sensor, antenna module, LED indicator, temperature sensor
	Warranty	12 months
	Manufacturer country	Taiwan (China)

StarLine i95 ECO

This is an economy model with contactless activation, included in the TOP-10 immobilizers. It has more advantages compared to the previous version of Starline a93. StarLine i95 ECO stands out for its ergonomics, high degree of protection against theft. Also a worthy assessment is given by reviews of the immobilizer.

Immobilizer StarLine i95 ECO

The main parameters	Operating frequency	2,4 GHz
	Connection type	Combined
	Encoding way	Dialogue
Security Options	Hood control	+
	motion sensor	+
	Automatic start of protection	+
	Anti-robbery mode	+
	Central lock control	No
Service options	Valet Special Mode	+
	Identification label	+
	Sound alert	+
	Protection against moisture	+
Control characteristics	Individual PIN	+
	Number of transponders	2
	Transponder recognition range	To 10 meters
additional characteristics	Equipment	Installation kit, 2 key fobs, documentation
	Warranty	36 months
	Manufacturer country	Russia

Middle segment immobilizers

The 2021 immobilizer rating also includes models above the economy class. They are higher priced and better quality.

Microimmobilizer Black Bug Basta

The device is small, making it difficult for attackers to detect it. The signal is transmitted using a proximity tag to the display unit, and the blocking relay is turned off.

Immobilizer Black Bug Basta

The main parameters	Connection type	Combined
	Operating frequency	2,4 GHz
Security Options	Blocking the engine	+
	Check mark identification after engine start	+
	Blocking the engine when the ignition is turned off	+
	Anti-robbery function	+
Service options	Device status indicator light	+
	Sound alerts	+
Control characteristics	Blocking a stolen car Anti-Hi-Jack	+
	Automatic deactivation of blocking after receiving a signal	+
	Signal transmission distance from the tag to the display unit	To 5 meters
	User PIN	+
additional characteristics	Equipment	Display unit, WAIT BASTA digital blocking relay, two tags, mounting kit, spare tag housing, documentation
	Warranty	12 months
	Manufacturer country	Russia

Pardect IS-670

This immobilizer has proven itself due to its simplicity and reliability.

Immobilizer Pardect IS-670

The main parameters	Connection type	Combined
	Operating frequency	2,4 GHz
	Programmable transponders	Yes, 5 pieces
	Encoding way	Dialogue
Security Options	Auto start guard	+
	motion sensor	+
	Hood control	+
	Central lock control	+
	Door control	+
	Special mode "Anti-robbery"	+
Service options	Valet Special Mode	+
	Smart special mode Smart service	+
Control characteristics	Signal transmission distance from tag to blocking module	To 5 meters
	User PIN	+
additional characteristics	Equipment	Blocking module, radio relay, key fobs, documentation, installation kit, plastic card
	Warranty	36 months
	Manufacturer country	Russia

Ghost 540

Decent model of a car blocker. It has a two-step authentication system.

Immobilizer Prizrak 540

The main parameters	CAN module	+
	Operating frequency	2,4 GHz
	Encoding way	IDD
	Connection type	Combined
Security Options	Motion control sensor	+
	Anti-robbery mode	+
	Hood control	+
	Central lock control	+
Service options	Valet Special Mode	+
	Motion Response Sensor	+
	Automatic window closing	+
	Intelligent Diagnostic System	+
Control characteristics	Sound alert	+
	User PIN	+
additional characteristics	Equipment	pLine relay, radio tag, central unit, wiring harnesses, documentation, card
	Warranty	36 months
	Manufacturer country	Russia

"Ghost-310 Neuron"

Differs in small size, which makes it undetectable. A completely hidden installation provides the highest level of protection, so experts often choose the Prizrak-310 Neuron immobilizer.

Immobilizer "Prizrak-310 Neuron"

The main parameters	CAN module	+
	Connection type	Contact
Security Options	Central lock control	+
	Special anti-attack mode	+
	Hood control	+
Service options	Valet Special Mode	+
	Automatic window closing	+
Control characteristics	Remote recognition	No
	Custom PIN code entered with dashboard keys	+
additional characteristics	Equipment	Central unit, Implant 1A digital relay, documentation, card
	Warranty	36 months
	Manufacturer country	Russia

NEEDLE 220

A worthy model of an immobilizer of the middle price segment. Igla is installed in the vehicle's standard wiring system. Therefore, it is practically inaccessible to detection. Igla blockers were also included in the ratings of the best immobilizers in 2018 and 2019.

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Immobilizer IGLA 220

The main parameters	Connection type	Combined
	Transmission of a digital code via the standard vehicle bus	+
	CAN module	+
Security Options	Central lock control	+
	Anti-attack mode	+
	Hood control	+
	Additional blocking relay	+
	Safe engine shutdown	+
	Intelligent special mode "Anti-robbery"	+
Service options	Automatic window closing	+
	Valet Special Mode	+
Control characteristics	Custom PIN code entered with dashboard keys	+
	Remote recognition via Bluetooth on the owner's smartphone	+
additional characteristics	Equipment	Central unit, digital relay, plastic memory cards, documentation
	Manufacturer country	Russia

Premium immobilizer

Such a model not only has the highest degree of quality, but also is expensive. It is difficult to find a better immobulizer.

Pandora DXL 4950

The leader among blockers in terms of speed and distance of signal transmission. "Pandora" collects all possible functions for maximum protection of the car from theft and therefore leads the rating of immobilizers in 2021.

Immobilizer Pandora DXL 4950

The main parameters	Connection type	Combined
	Operating frequency	868 GHz
	3G-GSM modem	+
	Encryption algorithm	BEA
	Encoding way	Dialog
	CAN module	+
	LIN module	+
	GLONASS	+
Security Options	Engine blocking	+
	Anti-robbery mode	+
	Automatic start of protection	+
	Engine running security	+
	Silent mode	+
Service options	Turbo timer	+
	Remote engine start	+
	Custom programming functionality	+
	Vehicle Location	+
	Dialog dynamic code	+
	Sound, light, digital notifications	+
Control characteristic	GSM interface	+
	Recognition using a smartphone via Bluetooth or a special application	+
	Recognition with a label	+
	Recognition with a key fob	+
	Pandora-Sputnik support	+
	GSM interface	+
additional characteristics	Equipment	Central unit, key fob, tag, set of cables, relay module, antenna, siren, documentation
	Warranty	36 months
	Manufacturer country	Russia

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