Top Apple CarPlay Stereos to Upgrade Your Dashboard in 2026
Top-rated stereos with seamless iPhone connectivity.
We’re counting down some of our best-selling Apple CarPlay stereos. Customers love this feature for its versatility, and it’s easy to see why it’s become a must-have for any dashboard upgrade.
- Top budget CarPlay stereo – JVC KW-M560BT
- Top stereo with wired CarPlay – JVC KW-M595DBT
- Top Alpine radio with wireless CarPlay – Alpine Halo9 ILX-F905D
- Top CarPlay stereo with a floating screen – Pioneer SPH-DA97DAB
- Top Pioneer CarPlay Stereo – Pioneer SPH-DA77DAB
- Top Kenwood CarPlay Stereo – Kenwood DMX7722DABS
- Top Stinger CarPlay Stereo – Stinger IE268E
Apple CarPlay didn’t just arrive in 2014 – it revolutionised the driving experience. Drivers were eager for a way to bring iPhone functionality into their cars without compromising safety. CarPlay answered that call, seamlessly integrating music, navigation, and communication into one intuitive interface, all while prioritising hands‑free control via voice commands.
iPhone users embraced it instantly, and aftermarket stereo manufacturers quickly followed suit, building CarPlay compatibility into their latest touchscreen models. Since then, Apple has continued to refine the experience, introducing wireless connectivity and expanding the range of compatible features.
Today, CarPlay helps drivers do everything from dictating messages to navigating around traffic – all without taking their eyes off the road. Whether you’re after a model with a built‑in disc player, a specific screen size, or something that fits a tighter budget, there’s a CarPlay‑equipped stereo out there to suit your needs.
