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Intoxalock vs Low Cost Interlock

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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Intoxalock logoIntoxalockIntoxalock 1001A37 of 44 state listsApp Store 1.7 from 899 ratings
Low Cost Interlock logoLow Cost InterlockLCI-77719 of 44 state listsApp Store 1.4 from 11 ratings

Where each one is approved

AlabamaAlaskaArizonaColoradoFloridaGeorgiaIndianaKansasMaineMassachusettsMinnesotaNew JerseyNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOklahomaPennsylvaniaSouth DakotaTexasWyomingConnecticutMissouriWest VirginiaIllinoisNew MexicoArkansasCaliforniaDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaHawaiiIowaKentuckyMarylandMichiganMississippiMontanaNew HampshireNew YorkOhioOregonTennesseeUtahVirginiaWashingtonWisconsinNebraskaSouth CarolinaIdahoNevadaVermontLouisianaRhode Island
BothOnly IntoxalockOnly Low Cost InterlockNeitherNo list we could read
Both 18

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

Only Intoxalock 19

Alaska, Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Washington

Only Low Cost Interlock 1

Rhode Island

Intoxalock vs Low Cost Interlock: the devices

IntoxalockLow Cost Interlock
SensorFuel cell, on both the 1001A and the eLERT.1The LCI Co-Pilot uses a quarter-size electrochemical fuel cell sensor.2
How you blowBlow, inhale, then blow again into the mouthpiece. No humming is mentioned.3The LCI Co-Pilot uses a blow/hum or straight hum pattern, depending on your state.4
CameraOptional or state-dependent on the 1001A. The eLERT includes a camera.5On the LCI-777, a camera is an optional accessory. An icon shows on the handset when one is attached.6
GPSAvailable on the 1001A in Class II/III configurations. The eLERT includes GPS.7On the LCI-777, GPS is an optional accessory. An icon shows on the handset when it is attached.6
Real-time reportingAvailable on the 1001A as an advanced add-on. The eLERT includes it.8The LCI-777 shows a GSM icon when its cellular reporting hardware is attached.6
Warm-upAbout 6 seconds normally. Intoxalock says it can take up to 3 minutes in extreme heat or cold.9The LCI-777 warm-up may take up to 2 minutes.10
Rolling retest window6 minutes, according to the Intoxalock FAQ. Your state sets the actual rule.11The LCI-777 asks for a sample 5-7 minutes into a rolling retest. The device FAQ gives a minimum of 5.12
ScreenLED text display. It shows your breath alcohol reading only in states that allow it.13The LCI-777 has a color display.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.16Not published
BatteryA New Mexico manual says to start the vehicle 4 days a week for 5 minutes to keep the battery charged.17Not published
AppThe Intoxalock Mobile App is for your account, on Android and iPhone. Bluetooth on the handset is not stated.18Low Cost Interlock offers an app called Warm Up App.19
Operating temperatureNot publishedThe LCI Co-Pilot handset is rated for -45 °C to +85 °C.20
Size and weightNot publishedThe LCI Co-Pilot handset measures 4.75 x 2.5 x 1.75 in and weighs 148 grams.21

Intoxalock vs Low Cost Interlock fees

FeeIntoxalockLow Cost Interlock
Monthly lease$70-$120/monthNational, varies by state and vehicle22as low as $78.76National, varies by state and vehicle23
Installation~$100Texas24$100-$250National, varies by state and vehicle25
Calibration$3.00Filed in New York26$25National, varies by state and vehicle27
Removal$75.00Filed in New York28$129.50National, varies by state and vehicle29
Lockout or violation reset$75.00Filed in New York30$125National, varies by state and vehicle31
Closing or admin fee$59.99Filed in New York32$150National, varies by state and vehicle33
Enrollment or set-up$27.50Filed in New York34$40National, varies by state and vehicle35
Damage or loss$150-$3,000Filed in New York36$20-$500National, varies by state and vehicle37
Insurance or protection plan$10/monthNational, advertised; not available in GA or WA38Not published

In Texas

IntoxalockLow Cost Interlock
Certified service centers5323
Advertised$89.99–$101.99/mo$70–$100/mo
Install~$100by quote

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 38 sources from 4 sites, including criminaljustice.ny.gov, lowcostinterlock.com, intoxalock.comShow

Every fact on this page comes from one of these.

  1. Utilizes fuel cell technologycriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  2. Quarter-size Electrochemical Fuel Celllowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf
  3. blow, inhale, and blow again into the device’s mouthpieceintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  4. Blow/Hum Techniquelowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf
  5. many states now require interlock devices with camerasintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  6. Sync GPS GSM HUB Cameralowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2016-11-09-LCI-777-User-Manual.pdf
  7. Intoxalock 1001A (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. This may take up to 2-minuteslowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2016-11-09-LCI-777-User-Manual.pdf
  11. you’ll have a 6-minute window to provide a breath sampleintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  12. 5 to 7 minutes to submit a breath samplelowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2016-11-09-LCI-777-User-Manual.pdf
  13. LED screen reading of breath alcohol content (BrAC)intoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices
  14. Color Displaylowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2016-11-09-LCI-777-User-Manual.pdf
  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. at least four (4) separate days per week for five (5) minutes eachnmtsc.unm.edu/wp-content/uploads/New-Mexico_Intoxalock_Users-Manual.pdf
  18. Download the Interlock App for Android and iPhoneintoxalock.com/app
  19. Warm Up Applowcostinterlock.com
  20. -45°C to +85°Clowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf
  21. 4.75 x 2.5 x 1.75 inlowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf
  22. typically ranges from $70 to $120 per month but varies by state and vehicle typeintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices/faq
  23. As low as $78.76lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  24. roughly $100 to install, and $2.50 and $3.50 per day to leaseintoxalock.com/state-requirements/texas
  25. Installation (one-time)lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  26. Data Processing Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  27. Calibration (per visit)lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  28. Removal Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  29. Removal (one-time)lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  30. Lockout Reset Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  31. Unlock codelowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  32. Administrative Closing Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  33. Administrative transferlowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  34. Account Set Up Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  35. Set-up / enrollment (one-time)lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  36. Damage, lost, stolen or unreturned device feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Intoxalock-Device-and-Fee-Schedule-8-15-2021.pdf
  37. Device replacementlowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  38. a device protection plan is available for just $10 a monthintoxalock.com/ignition-interlock-devices