At first glance, it can be quite confusing as to which iPod integration product will be best suited to match your needs. This page hopefully can help you in making that assessment. Though we are biased, the list is a factual representation of our competitor's products.
| Feature / Function | iMIV | Competition | |||
| LE + | Classic | USA Spec | GROM | ||
| Number of Playlists | 99 | 99 | 3 | 5 | |
| Operating Modes | |||||
| Simple Mode | yes | yes | yes | yes | |
| Advanced Mode | yes | yes | yes | yes | |
| Text on Radio (ToR) | yes | yes | no | no | |
| High Fidelity Audio | yes | yes | |||
| iPod Video Support | no | yes | no | no | |
| AUX input | |||||
| Audio | yes | yes | yes | yes | |
| Video | no | yes | no | no | |
| Plug and Play Installation | yes | yes | no | no | |
| OEM Navigation Friendly. | yes | yes | no | no | |
| Future iPod and iPhone Compatibility | yes | yes | maybe1 | maybe2,3 | |
| "Made For iPod" approved | yes | yes | no | no | |
| Device Firmware Upgrades, and Customization via iPod | yes | yes | no | no | |
| Dedicated Volvo Support Specialists | yes | yes | no | no | |
| 1) To quote a USA Spec reseller: "Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset the interface and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't work, you may need to revert to the older software version or wait until a newer software update is available." | |||||
| 2) Not compatible with Mac synched or formatted iPods or iPhones. | |||||
| 3) Will not play DRM protected songs: i.e. songs from iTunes with DRM enabled will not play. | |||||