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OnStar Guardian: Safety App

OnStar Guardian: Safety App

Android Lifestyle OnStar, LLC
4.4 Popularity

Addictive safety app with crash detection and more

System Requirements

Updated
October 2, 2025
Category
Age Rating
Everyone
Developer
Android
Android 8.0++
Package Name
com.onstar.guardian

So here's my take on the OnStar Guardian: Safety App. I've tested a bunch of these safety/security apps and this one's pretty solid. The automatic crash detection is a great feature that can get you help fast if you're ever in an accident. And being able to share it with family is super convenient. The only downsides I've found are that the app can be a little slow sometimes, and the monthly cost might be too much for some people. But if safety and peace of mind are important to you, I'd say this is one of the better options out there.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Automatic crash detection that can call for help
  • Share the app with up to 7 family members for free
  • Roadside assistance and emergency services right on your phone
  • Gives you that extra safety and security for you and your loved ones

Cons

  • Monthly cost of $15 might be too much for some people
  • The app can be a little slow and clunky at times
  • The family locator feature isn't as robust as some other apps
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Description

Been using the OnStar Guardian: Safety App for a couple months now. It’s basically an app that gives you and your family safety services like roadside assistance and help in a crash – no matter what vehicle you’re in, even your motorcycle. Sounds pretty useful, right?

Here’s what you can do with it: There’s this crash detection thing where the app can automatically call for help if it senses you’ve been in an accident. And you can share the app with up to 7 family members at no extra cost, so everyone’s covered. It’s got a family locator too, which is pretty cool if you’ve got kids.

Look, if you’re into having that peace of mind for you and your loved ones, you’ll probably like this app. It’s not perfect – the UI can be a little clunky at times – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out if safety is a priority.

User Reviews

Mitchell B October 18, 2025

Getting the "ride detected" notification. Trying to mute that specific notification, the category that controls this is now "Location Updates." You used to have a separate category for ride detection....

Elizabeth Wilhite October 18, 2025

I use this to help keep up with my elderly parents. It worked fine at first. It doesn't keep up with their location unless they open the app on their...

Neal Walton October 18, 2025

My 2011 Chevy Suburban used to be supported by OnStar. However, they changed their options and I lost that service. OnStar Guardian APP was offered. This APP worked great for...

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