Wireless Android Auto Dongle: Carlinkit A2A vs. Carlinkit 4 CPC200-CP2A
Wireless Android Auto Dongle Comparison: Carlinkit A2A vs Carlinkit 4 CPC200-CP2A. This video is about how you can connect an Android phone to your car stereo via Wireless Android Auto, and what options you have with Carlinkkit's adapters.
There are two options: the Carlinkit A2A and the Carlinkit CP2A, which is also known as the Carlinkit 4. The difference between the two is simple to understand: If the car stereo supports Android and not CarPlay, then it is recommended to use the Carlinkit A2A to connect the Android phone directly to the car stereo. However, if the car stereo supports CarPlay and not Android Auto, then you should use the Carlinkit CP2A (also known as Carlinkit 4). With this adapter, you can connect via CarPlay and use the wireless connection from an Android phone to the adapter via Android Auto.
However, there are also car radios that support both CarPlay and Android Auto. In this case, it is recommended to choose the Carlinkit A2A, as it is cheaper and made only for a specific protocol. The Carlinkit 4 is much more expensive and has its own operating system, which can lead to a delay of two seconds.
So, the Carlinkit A2A is the better choice if the car radio supports Android Auto, since it allows a direct connection between the smartphone and the radio.