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Alcohol Detection Systems vs Intoxalock

Your state's approved list decides first: in most states you can only choose from the companies on it. Where both are approved, the device, the service centers near you and the fees are what differ.

Alcohol Detection Systems logoAlcohol Detection SystemsDeterminator28 of 44 state lists
PASSED
Intoxalock logoIntoxalockIntoxalock 1001A37 of 44 state listsApp Store 1.7 from 899 ratings

Where each one is approved

AlabamaAlaskaArizonaColoradoFloridaGeorgiaIndianaKansasMaineMassachusettsMinnesotaNew JerseyNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOklahomaPennsylvaniaSouth DakotaTexasWyomingConnecticutMissouriWest VirginiaIllinoisNew MexicoArkansasCaliforniaDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaHawaiiIowaKentuckyMarylandMichiganMississippiMontanaNew HampshireNew YorkOhioOregonTennesseeUtahVirginiaWashingtonWisconsinNebraskaSouth CarolinaIdahoNevadaVermontLouisianaRhode Island
BothOnly Alcohol Detection SystemsOnly IntoxalockNeitherNo list we could read
Both 24

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont

Only Alcohol Detection Systems 4

District of Columbia, Georgia, Indiana, Rhode Island

Only Intoxalock 13

Colorado, Delaware, Iowa, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, North Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Alcohol Detection Systems vs Intoxalock: the devices

Alcohol Detection SystemsIntoxalock
How you blowThe Determinator 2 asks for a blow / suck / blow sample.1Blow, inhale, then blow again into the mouthpiece. No humming is mentioned.2
CameraThe Determinator 2 comes in a hand-held version with a camera.3Optional or state-dependent on the 1001A. The eLERT includes a camera.4
Warm-upNo warm-up time is listed. The device must warm to operating temperature before it asks for a sample.5About 6 seconds normally. Intoxalock says it can take up to 3 minutes in extreme heat or cold.6
Rolling retest windowThe time you get to give a rolling retest sample is typically 3 minutes.76 minutes, according to the Intoxalock FAQ. Your state sets the actual rule.8
SensorNot publishedFuel cell, on both the 1001A and the eLERT.9
GPSNot publishedAvailable on the 1001A in Class II/III configurations. The eLERT includes GPS.10
Real-time reportingNot publishedAvailable on the 1001A as an advanced add-on. The eLERT includes it.11
ScreenNot publishedLED text display. It shows your breath alcohol reading only in states that allow it.12
Electric and hybrid carsNot publishedNo exclusion is stated. Intoxalock asks you to tell your representative to get an estimate.13
MotorcyclesNot publishedNot supported. Intoxalock says its devices are not designed for motorcycles.14
BatteryNot publishedA New Mexico manual says to start the vehicle 4 days a week for 5 minutes to keep the battery charged.15
AppNot publishedThe Intoxalock Mobile App is for your account, on Android and iPhone. Bluetooth on the handset is not stated.16

Alcohol Detection Systems vs Intoxalock fees

FeeAlcohol Detection SystemsIntoxalock
Monthly leaseNot published$70-$120/monthNational, varies by state and vehicle17
InstallationNot published~$100Texas18
CalibrationNot published$3.00Filed in New York19
RemovalNot published$75.00Filed in New York20
Lockout or violation resetNot published$75.00Filed in New York21
Closing or admin feeNot published$59.99Filed in New York22
Enrollment or set-upNot published$27.50Filed in New York23
Damage or lossNot published$150-$3,000Filed in New York24
Insurance or protection planNot published$10/monthNational, advertised; not available in GA or WA25

In Texas

Alcohol Detection SystemsIntoxalock
Certified service centers6532
Advertisedby quote$89.99–$101.99/mo
Installby quote~$100

Texas DPS service center list; prices advertised Oct 23, 2026. Texas interlock guide

InterlockCompare is independent and isn't affiliated with either company. Not legal advice.

Sources 25 sources from 3 sites, including nmtsc.unm.edu, intoxalock.com, criminaljustice.ny.govShow

Every fact on this page comes from one of these.

  1. providing a Blow/Suck/Blow samplenmtsc.unm.edu/wp-content/uploads/ADS-User-Manual-Determinator-2.pdf
  2. blow, inhale, and blow again into the device’s mouthpieceintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  3. Determinator Hand Held with Cameranmtsc.unm.edu/wp-content/uploads/ADS-User-Manual-Determinator-2.pdf
  4. many states now require interlock devices with camerasintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  5. The Determinator must warm to operating temperature before a sample is requestednmtsc.unm.edu/wp-content/uploads/ADS-User-Manual-Determinator-2.pdf
  6. Intoxalock may take up to 3 minutes to preparenmtsc.unm.edu/wp-content/uploads/New-Mexico_Intoxalock_Users-Manual.pdf
  7. The typical time allowed isnmtsc.unm.edu/wp-content/uploads/ADS-User-Manual-Determinator-2.pdf
  8. you’ll have a 6-minute window to provide a breath sampleintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  9. Utilizes fuel cell technologycriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  10. Intoxalock 1001A (Camera, GPS, & RTD)criminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Qualified Manufacturer Listing Devices-01202026.pdf
  11. a camera to verify driver identity, real-time reportingintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices
  12. LED screen reading of breath alcohol content (BrAC)intoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices
  13. Let your Intoxalock representative know if you drive an electric-powered vehicle or hybridintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  14. Intoxalock IIDs are not designed for use on motorcyclesintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  15. at least four (4) separate days per week for five (5) minutes eachnmtsc.unm.edu/wp-content/uploads/New-Mexico_Intoxalock_Users-Manual.pdf
  16. Download the Interlock App for Android and iPhoneintoxalock.com/app
  17. typically ranges from $70 to $120 per month but varies by state and vehicle typeintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  18. roughly $100 to install, and $2.50 and $3.50 per day to leaseintoxalock.com/state-requirements/texas
  19. Data Processing Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  20. Removal Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  21. Lockout Reset Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  22. Administrative Closing Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  23. Account Set Up Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  24. Damage, lost, stolen or unreturned device feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  25. a device protection plan is available for just $10 a monthintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices