How to Choose Between AIO-5 Lite, Play, and Play BMW Edition?
How to Choose Between AIO-5 Lite, Play, and Play BMW?
The AIO-5 series is CHIGEE's flagship product line, designed to integrate Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with your motorcycle. Each model in this series offers unique features tailored to different riders' needs. Below, you’ll find a detailed comparison of the AIO-5 Lite, Play, and Play BMW Edition models to help you make the right choice.
AIO-5 Lite
Main Features:
- The most advanced model in the series, ideal for riders focused on safety.
- Features: Built-in front and rear cameras, blind spot monitoring (BSD), rear camera also functions as a backup camera and rearview mirror. The device monitors surroundings, improving road safety.
- Compatibility: Broad range of motorcycle brands; requires choosing the correct mount. For more details on mounting options, see our mounting guide.
- Durability: IP67 certification, ensuring dust and short-term water immersion resistance.
- Performance: 4 GB RAM, additional memory supports dashcam functionality.
- BMW Integration: Additional CGRC Lin or CGRC Pro adapter enables full WonderWheel control.
Ideal choice for those seeking a comprehensive solution with advanced safety features and environmental monitoring.
AIO-5 Play Standard Edition
Main Features:
- Minimalist design: No built-in camera, which lowers the price and allows for a focus on screen mirroring.
- Features: Supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, providing easy access to favorite apps directly from your phone.
- Compatibility: Wide compatibility with various motorcycle brands and the option to connect the device to a USB cigarette lighter socket for easy setup. More details on mounting options can be found here.
- Durability: IP68 certification, ensuring full protection from dust and prolonged water immersion.
- Performance: 2 GB RAM – sufficient for smooth CarPlay and Android Auto operation.
- WonderWheel Support: Control can be added with CGRC CAN or CGRC LIN accessories for BMW motorcycles.
Ideal choice for riders seeking simplicity and seamless phone integration, without additional camera functionality.
AIO-5 Play for BMW
Main Features:
- Designed for BMW: Offers native WonderWheel support and engine data display, providing full integration with the motorcycle.
- Features: Supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, making it easy to use navigation and apps directly on the screen.
- Compatibility: Quick mount and release in the original BMW Motorrad ConnectedRide mount, making this model a convenient and safe choice for BMW motorcycle users.
- Durability: IP68 certification, ensuring full protection from dust and water immersion.
- Performance: 2 GB RAM, providing smooth system operation with full motorcycle integration.
Ideal choice for BMW owners who want complete integration of navigation and system features with the WonderWheel control system.
Summary – Which Model Should You Choose?
Your choice between the AIO-5 Lite, Play, and Play BMW Edition models depends on your priorities:
- Advanced safety features and additional cameras? Choose AIO-5 Lite.
- Simplicity and seamless phone integration without additional cameras? AIO-5 Play is the right choice.
- Full integration with BMW systems and easy mounting? Go for AIO-5 Play for BMW.