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Intoxalock vs LifeSafer

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.

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IntoxalockIntoxalock 1001A37 of 44 state listsApp Store 1.7 from 899 ratings
LifeSaferLifeSafer L25034 of 44 state lists

Where each one is approved

AlabamaAlaskaArizonaColoradoFloridaGeorgiaIndianaKansasMaineMassachusettsMinnesotaNew JerseyNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOklahomaPennsylvaniaSouth DakotaTexasWyomingConnecticutMissouriWest VirginiaIllinoisNew MexicoArkansasCaliforniaDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaHawaiiIowaKentuckyMarylandMichiganMississippiMontanaNew HampshireNew YorkOhioOregonTennesseeUtahVirginiaWashingtonWisconsinNebraskaSouth CarolinaIdahoNevadaVermontLouisianaRhode Island
BothOnly IntoxalockOnly LifeSaferNeitherNo list we could read
Both 28

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Only Intoxalock 9

Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Dakota

Only LifeSafer 6

Alabama, District of Columbia, Georgia, Indiana, Rhode Island, Virginia

Intoxalock vs LifeSafer: the devices

IntoxalockLifeSafer
SensorFuel cell, on both the 1001A and the eLERT.1Not published
How you blowBlow, inhale, then blow again into the mouthpiece. No humming is mentioned.2Take a deep inhale, then blow and hum a consistent tone. The hum is saying "DO".3
CameraOptional or state-dependent on the 1001A. The eLERT includes a camera.4Optional or state-dependent. Some states require a camera.5
GPSAvailable on the 1001A in Class II/III configurations. The eLERT includes GPS.6Available on Class II and III configurations.7
Real-time reportingAvailable on the 1001A as an advanced add-on. The eLERT includes it.8Available on the RTD configuration. New York lists a separate cellular service fee on Class 2 and 3.7
Warm-upAbout 6 seconds normally. Intoxalock says it can take up to 3 minutes in extreme heat or cold.9Up to 3 minutes in extreme cold. You can pre-program warm-up periods.10
Rolling retest window6 minutes, according to the Intoxalock FAQ. Your state sets the actual rule.113 to 10 minutes, depending on your jurisdiction.12
ScreenLED text display. It shows your breath alcohol reading only in states that allow it.13A simple screen. It looks monochrome in the product photo.14
Electric and hybrid carsNo exclusion is stated. Intoxalock asks you to tell your representative to get an estimate.15Not published
MotorcyclesNot supported. Intoxalock says its devices are not designed for motorcycles.16Available in some states. LifeSafer says it is the only provider that installs on a motorcycle.17
BatteryA New Mexico manual says to start the vehicle 4 days a week for 5 minutes to keep the battery charged.18Not published
AppThe Intoxalock Mobile App is for your account, on Android and iPhone. Bluetooth on the handset is not stated.19No consumer app found on the LifeSafer site.
Operating temperatureNot published-40 °C to +85 °C, according to LifeSafer Europe's L250 page.20
Size and weightNot publishedAbout 12.52 cm high and 6.24 cm wide, and 4 oz. (114 g).21

Intoxalock vs LifeSafer fees

Both companies file a fee schedule with New York State, so these rows compare the same kind of number: the New York amounts. Prices in other states differ, but the list shows which fees each company charges. Check the filing dates: an older filing may not match today's prices.

FeeIntoxalockNY filing, Feb 2021LifeSaferNY filing, Feb 2025
Monthly lease$99.99Maximum filed in New York22$86.88Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule23
Installation$125-$250Filed in New York24$100-$250Class 1, filed in New York, depends on year, make and model25
Calibration$3.00Filed in New York26$20Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule27
Removal$75.00Filed in New York28$62.50Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule29
Lockout or violation reset$75.00Filed in New York30$56.25Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule31
Missed appointmentNot published$30Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule32
Closing or admin fee$59.99Filed in New York33Not published
Enrollment or set-up$27.50Filed in New York34Not published
Damage or loss$150-$3,000Filed in New York35$150Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule36
Insurance or protection plan$5-$10 bi-weekly / $9.99-$19.99 monthly (deductible $200 or $500)Filed in New York37$11.40Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule38

In Texas

IntoxalockLifeSafer
Certified service centers532138
Advertised$89.99–$101.99/mounder $3/day
Install~$100$50–$150

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

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Sources

  1. Utilizes fuel cell technologycriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  2. blow, inhale, and blow again into the device’s mouthpieceintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  3. deep inhale, blow and hum a consistent tonelifesafer.com/devices
  4. many states now require interlock devices with camerasintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  5. Some States require the addition of a cameralifesafer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/l250-clienthandbook.pdf
  6. Intoxalock 1001A (Camera, GPS, & RTD)criminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Qualified Manufacturer Listing Devices-01202026.pdf
  7. LifeSafer L250 (Camera, GPS, RTD)criminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Qualified Manufacturer Listing Devices-01202026.pdf
  8. a camera to verify driver identity, real-time reportingintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices
  9. Intoxalock may take up to 3 minutes to preparenmtsc.unm.edu/wp-content/uploads/New-Mexico_Intoxalock_Users-Manual.pdf
  10. device may take up to 3 minutes to warm uplifesafer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/l250-clienthandbook.pdf
  11. you’ll have a 6-minute window to provide a breath sampleintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  12. typically between 3 and 10 minutes, depending on your jurisdictionlifesafer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/l250-clienthandbook.pdf
  13. LED screen reading of breath alcohol content (BrAC)intoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices
  14. deep inhale, blow and hum a consistent tone) and a simple screenlifesafer.com/devices
  15. Let your Intoxalock representative know if you drive an electric-powered vehicle or hybridintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  16. Intoxalock IIDs are not designed for use on motorcyclesintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  17. Yes, in some states. In fact, we are the only interlock provider who can install on a motorcyclelifesafer.com/faqs
  18. at least four (4) separate days per week for five (5) minutes eachnmtsc.unm.edu/wp-content/uploads/New-Mexico_Intoxalock_Users-Manual.pdf
  19. Download the Interlock App for Android and iPhoneintoxalock.com/app
  20. Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °Clifesafer.eu/device
  21. Approximately 12.52cm H x 6.24cm Wlifesafer.eu/device
  22. Monthly Lease Paymentcriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  23. Monthly Leasecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  24. Installation (varies based on vehicle type)criminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  25. Installation Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  26. Data Processing Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  27. Calibration Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  28. Removal Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  29. De-installation Feescriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  30. Lockout Reset Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  31. Lockout Override/Violation Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  32. Missed Appointmentcriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  33. Administrative Closing Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  34. Account Set Up Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  35. Damage, lost, stolen or unreturned device feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  36. Partial/Other Damagecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  37. Device Protection Package (Optional)criminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  38. Optional Insurancecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf