lexuslivin

So, I'm looking for the cheapest (yet decent) iPod integration kit for my 2006 IS250. I'm not sure how long I'm keeping the car, so I want to put something simple and cheap in for now. I can upgrade later if I decide to keep the car for longer.

Do you guys have any suggestions on what to get? I just need clear audio and simple iPod controls to show up on my navi screen.

Here are my choices: (please give feedback)

$75 - iSimple ISIM73 (http://www.amazon.com/ISIM73-iSimple.../dp/B004CZCZ9S)

$102 - iSimple ISTY571 (http://www.amazon.com/PAC-ISTY571-Co...ata/B004HMC6DQ)

$200 - Vaistech SL2i-UP (http://www.vaistech.com/dev/sl2i.php)

$99 - Grom iPod kit (http://www.amazon.com/GROM-Audio-Toy.../dp/B001CU9DZU)

$110 - Dice iPod kit (http://www.amazon.com/i-Toyota-R-5v-.../dp/B002Q4U7CY)

hihi410

Vaistech is probably the best with most features. I just ordered Grom hoping to install this weekend. I would recommended checking their website for purchase as you will get the correct unit and updated firmware and price isn't really any different. Grom also has an Ebay page with free shipping sometimes.

Dice, grom and Vaistech are the 3 common ipod intergration I found on forum.

There has been mention of GTA kit as well. $114
http://www.gtacarkits.com/lexus_is_2...11_car_kit.php

Good luck with your decision.

Daganl

My question is which kit will allow access to all playlists...

rhy

iTrader: (2)

How about trying to find a used Vaistech? I've seen them go for around $50 and they're solid.

Kasim

Guys anyone can recommend some cheap Integration for USB????
I don't care about iPod's.
Any1 have seen used this USB SD Interface Adaptor For Lexus IS250 IS300 IS350 $115

lexuslivin

I was about to get an iSimple (ISIM73) for like $30 on ebay but read some reviews that there's a 3 second delay to control your iPod. (ie., it takes 3 seconds to choose a song, or fast forward, or pause, etc.)

Does anybody have a Dice or Grom? How's the response speed?

lexuslivin

I ended up just getting the Vaistech SL2ic. The cheaper options had lame interfaces. At least the Vaistech SL2ic has got a decent touch interface and it come with navi unlock.