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LifeSafer 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.

LifeSafer logoLifeSaferLifeSafer L25034 of 44 state lists
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 LifeSaferOnly Low Cost InterlockNeitherNo list we could read
Both 18

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

Only LifeSafer 16

Alabama, Alaska, Colorado, District of Columbia, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington

Only Low Cost Interlock 1

Connecticut

LifeSafer vs Low Cost Interlock: the devices

LifeSaferLow Cost Interlock
How you blowTake a deep inhale, then blow and hum a consistent tone. The hum is saying "DO".1The LCI Co-Pilot uses a blow/hum or straight hum pattern, depending on your state.2
CameraOptional or state-dependent. Some states require a camera.3On the LCI-777, a camera is an optional accessory. An icon shows on the handset when one is attached.4
GPSAvailable on Class II and III configurations.5On the LCI-777, GPS is an optional accessory. An icon shows on the handset when it is attached.4
Real-time reportingAvailable on the RTD configuration. New York lists a separate cellular service fee on Class 2 and 3.5The LCI-777 shows a GSM icon when its cellular reporting hardware is attached.4
Warm-upUp to 3 minutes in extreme cold. You can pre-program warm-up periods.6The LCI-777 warm-up may take up to 2 minutes.7
Rolling retest window3 to 10 minutes, depending on your jurisdiction.8The LCI-777 asks for a sample 5-7 minutes into a rolling retest. The device FAQ gives a minimum of 5.9
Operating temperature-40 °C to +85 °C, according to LifeSafer Europe's L250 page.10The LCI Co-Pilot handset is rated for -45 °C to +85 °C.11
Size and weightAbout 12.52 cm high and 6.24 cm wide, and 4 oz. (114 g).12The LCI Co-Pilot handset measures 4.75 x 2.5 x 1.75 in and weighs 148 grams.13
ScreenA simple screen. It looks monochrome in the product photo.14The LCI-777 has a color display.15
MotorcyclesAvailable in some states. LifeSafer says it is the only provider that installs on a motorcycle.16Not published
AppNo consumer app found on the LifeSafer site.Low Cost Interlock offers an app called Warm Up App.17
SensorNot publishedThe LCI Co-Pilot uses a quarter-size electrochemical fuel cell sensor.18

LifeSafer vs Low Cost Interlock fees

FeeLifeSaferLow Cost Interlock
Monthly lease$86.88Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule19as low as $78.76National, varies by state and vehicle20
Installation$50-$150National, varies by state and provider21$100-$250National, varies by state and vehicle22
Calibration$20Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule23$25National, varies by state and vehicle24
Removal$62.50Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule25$129.50National, varies by state and vehicle26
Lockout or violation reset$56.25Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule27$125National, varies by state and vehicle28
Missed appointment$30Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule29Not published
Closing or admin feeNot published$150National, varies by state and vehicle30
Enrollment or set-upNot published$40National, varies by state and vehicle31
Damage or loss$150Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule32$20-$500National, varies by state and vehicle33
Insurance or protection plan$11.40Class 1, filed in New York, Feb 2025 v2 schedule34Not published

In Texas

LifeSaferLow Cost Interlock
Certified service centers1383
Advertisedunder $3/day$70–$100/mo
Install$50–$150by quote

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

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Sources 34 sources from 4 sites, including lifesafer.com, lowcostinterlock.com, criminaljustice.ny.govShow

Every fact on this page comes from one of these.

  1. deep inhale, blow and hum a consistent tonelifesafer.com/devices
  2. Blow/Hum Techniquelowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf
  3. Some States require the addition of a cameralifesafer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/l250-clienthandbook.pdf
  4. Sync GPS GSM HUB Cameralowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2016-11-09-LCI-777-User-Manual.pdf
  5. LifeSafer L250 (Camera, GPS, RTD)criminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/Qualified Manufacturer Listing Devices-01202026.pdf
  6. device may take up to 3 minutes to warm uplifesafer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/l250-clienthandbook.pdf
  7. This may take up to 2-minuteslowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2016-11-09-LCI-777-User-Manual.pdf
  8. typically between 3 and 10 minutes, depending on your jurisdictionlifesafer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/l250-clienthandbook.pdf
  9. 5 to 7 minutes to submit a breath samplelowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2016-11-09-LCI-777-User-Manual.pdf
  10. Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °Clifesafer.eu/device
  11. -45°C to +85°Clowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf
  12. Approximately 12.52cm H x 6.24cm Wlifesafer.eu/device
  13. 4.75 x 2.5 x 1.75 inlowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf
  14. deep inhale, blow and hum a consistent tone) and a simple screenlifesafer.com/devices
  15. Color Displaylowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2016-11-09-LCI-777-User-Manual.pdf
  16. Yes, in some states. In fact, we are the only interlock provider who can install on a motorcyclelifesafer.com/faqs
  17. Warm Up Applowcostinterlock.com
  18. Quarter-size Electrochemical Fuel Celllowcostinterlock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LCI-Co-Pilot-User-Instructions.pdf
  19. Monthly Leasecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  20. As low as $78.76lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  21. installation and monthly rental fees range from $50 to $150lifesafer.com/faqs
  22. Installation (one-time)lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  23. Calibration Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  24. Calibration (per visit)lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  25. De-installation Feescriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  26. Removal (one-time)lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  27. Lockout Override/Violation Feecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  28. Unlock codelowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  29. Missed Appointmentcriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  30. Administrative transferlowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  31. Set-up / enrollment (one-time)lowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  32. Partial/Other Damagecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf
  33. Device replacementlowcostinterlock.com/ignition-interlock-pricing
  34. Optional Insurancecriminaljustice.ny.gov/opca/pdfs/LifeSafer NY_Pricing 123 February 2025 v2.pdf