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Low Cost Interlock ignition interlock

Low Cost Interlock is run by Low Cost Interlock, LLC, which says it has over 400 locations nationwide. Its current device is the LCI-777, which has a color display.

Company
Low Cost Interlock, LLC
Current device
LCI-777
Customer service
(844) 387-0326
App Store rating
1.4 out of 5 from 11 ratings (Interlock Warm Up, checked Oct 2026)
19of the 44 state approved lists we've read name Low Cost Interlock
Alabama: not on the approved listAlaska: not on the approved listArizona: on the approved listColorado: not on the approved listFlorida: on the approved listGeorgia: not on the approved listIndiana: not on the approved listKansas: on the approved listMaine: not on the approved listMassachusetts: not on the approved listMinnesota: on the approved listNew Jersey: on the approved listNorth Carolina: not on the approved listNorth Dakota: no list we could readOklahoma: on the approved listPennsylvania: not on the approved listSouth Dakota: not on the approved listTexas: on the approved listWyoming: on the approved listConnecticut: on the approved listMissouri: on the approved listWest Virginia: no list we could readIllinois: not on the approved listNew Mexico: no list we could readArkansas: on the approved listCalifornia: on the approved listDelaware: not on the approved listDistrict of Columbia: not on the approved listHawaii: not on the approved listIowa: not on the approved listKentucky: on the approved listMaryland: not on the approved listMichigan: no list we could readMississippi: no list we could readMontana: no list we could readNew Hampshire: not on the approved listNew York: not on the approved listOhio: not on the approved listOregon: not on the approved listTennessee: not on the approved listUtah: on the approved listVirginia: not on the approved listWashington: not on the approved listWisconsin: on the approved listNebraska: on the approved listSouth Carolina: not on the approved listIdaho: on the approved listNevada: not on the approved listVermont: on the approved listLouisiana: no list we could readRhode Island: on the approved list
On the state's approved listNot on the listNo list we could read yet

Low Cost Interlock company record

Locations it claims
over 400; its own locator listed 1,177 when we checked1
States it claims
31 states listed on locations page; it's on 19 of the 44 official state lists we've read2
Google Play rating
2.3 from 21 reviews (Interlock Warm Up)3
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The Low Cost Interlock device

LCI-777, plus LCI Co-Pilot, Interlock Can. Features like cameras and GPS depend on what your state requires.

Sensor
The LCI Co-Pilot uses a quarter-size electrochemical fuel cell sensor.4
How you blow
The LCI Co-Pilot uses a blow/hum or straight hum pattern, depending on your state.5
Camera
On the LCI-777, a camera is an optional accessory. An icon shows on the handset when one is attached.6
GPS
On the LCI-777, GPS is an optional accessory. An icon shows on the handset when it is attached.6
Real-time reporting
The LCI-777 shows a GSM icon when its cellular reporting hardware is attached.6
Warm-up
The LCI-777 warm-up may take up to 2 minutes.7
Rolling retest window
The LCI-777 asks for a sample 5-7 minutes into a rolling retest. The device FAQ gives a minimum of 5.8
Operating temperature
The LCI Co-Pilot handset is rated for -45 °C to +85 °C.9
Size and weight
The LCI Co-Pilot handset measures 4.75 x 2.5 x 1.75 in and weighs 148 grams.10
Screen
The LCI-777 has a color display.11
App
Low Cost Interlock offers an app called Warm Up App.12

Low Cost Interlock fees

Published nationally or by the company
FeeAmountApplies toSource
Set-up / enrollment (one-time)$40National, varies by state and vehicle13
Installation (one-time)$100-$250National, varies by state and vehicle14
Monthly leaseas low as $78.76National, varies by state and vehicle15
Calibration (per visit)$25National, varies by state and vehicle16
Removal (one-time)$129.50National, varies by state and vehicle17
Unlock code after a lockout$125National, varies by state and vehicle18
Late payment$25National, varies by state and vehicle19
Device replacement (component)$20-$500National, varies by state and vehicle20
Administrative transfer$150National, varies by state and vehicle21
Tampering or bypass$200National, varies by state and vehicle22
Device damage$100-$1,400National, varies by state and vehicle23
Calibration (alternate statement on the same page)$20 per weekNational24
Average 12-month program$1,200-$1,500National25
Typical lockout or reset fee (from the FAQ)$125National26

Low Cost Interlock in Texas

3 certified service centers on the Texas DPS list. Advertised for Texas: $70–$100/mo, install by quote. Compare Texas companies

Good to know

  • Low Cost Interlock's site gives two calibration prices, $25 per visit and $20 per week, so ask which one applies to your contract.24
  • On the LCI-777, the camera, GPS and cellular reporting are optional accessories, so your unit may not have them.6
  • The LCI Co-Pilot's rolling retest window is normally 5-8 minutes, and your state sets it.27

Compare Low Cost Interlock

Where Low Cost Interlock is approved

Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Documents we read

InterlockCompare is independent and isn't affiliated with Low Cost Interlock. Not legal advice.

Sources

  1. Low Cost Ignition Interlock is a leading provider of state approved ignition interlock devices with over 400 locations nationwide.lowcostinterlock.com/about-us
  2. Low Cost Ignition Interlock Installation Locationslowcostinterlock.com/locations
  3. Interlock Warm Up Low Cost Interlock Inc 2.3 star 21 reviews 1K+ Downloadsplay.google.com/store/apps/details
  4. Quarter-size Electrochemical Fuel Celllowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf
  5. Blow/Hum Techniquelowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf
  6. Sync GPS GSM HUB Cameralowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2016-11-09-LCI-777-User-Manual.pdf
  7. This may take up to 2-minuteslowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2016-11-09-LCI-777-User-Manual.pdf
  8. 5 to 7 minutes to submit a breath samplelowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2016-11-09-LCI-777-User-Manual.pdf
  9. -45°C to +85°Clowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf
  10. 4.75 x 2.5 x 1.75 inlowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf
  11. Color Displaylowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2016-11-09-LCI-777-User-Manual.pdf
  12. Warm Up Applowcostinterlock.com
  13. Set-up / enrollment (one-time)lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  14. Installation (one-time)lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  15. As low as $78.76lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  16. Calibration (per visit)lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  17. Removal (one-time)lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  18. Unlock codelowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  19. Late paymentlowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  20. Device replacementlowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  21. Administrative transferlowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  22. Tampering or bypasslowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  23. Device damagelowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  24. $20 Per Weeklowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  25. The average 12-month program costs $1,200 to $1,500lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  26. Typical Lockout or Reset Fees are $125lowcostinterlock.com/faqs
  27. normally requires a test between 5 and 8 minuteslowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf