Atoto S8 Ultra VS F7 SE Double DIN Head Units (Android Auto and Car Play) | Which Should YOU Buy?

Today we unbox, install, test, and decide which is better value between the Atoto F7 SE and Atoto S8 Ultra Head units. So far I love both, but you will have to watch the video to see which one is the best overall! Links to purchase below with cupon code for 6% off! Enjoy :)
Amazon store: www.amazon.com/atoto
S8 Ultra 7 Inch Android Car Stereo: amzn.to/3pqcEZv
F7 XE 7inch Car Stereo: amzn.to/31yvZBd
AC-HD03LR Backup Camera: amzn.to/36hDiMH
6% discount code: ATOTOUS6
Merch ► www.blownmotorclub.com
Instagram ► / boosted_john
Music by Paniik ► / paniikmusic
00:00 Unboxing Atoto Units
00:40 F7 SE Giveaway
01:00 F7 XE Giveaway
02:33 Installing S8 Ultra and F7 SE
03:38 F7 SE First Test
04:31 S8 Ultra Install
04:56 S8 First Test
06:13 F7 SE 1 Month Review
07:44 Which is Best?
10:15 Links to Buy
10:41 How to Win F7 XE

[@boosted_john]

A few of you guys have brought to my attention that a copycat account is spamming you guys. I have blocked that account and they will no longer be able to comment. Motivational Trailer Park Boys Quote of the day: “I’m mowing the air Rand, I’m mowing the air!”

[@thelifeofriley815]

There’s another one… You’ll never keep up with the spam accounts that pop up.

[@TonyChickens]

Yep

[@zombielight2456]

zombielight6 .... your awesome dude been watching for about a year now

[@OldieProductions]

What I’ve learned after several head unit installs is that having a physical volume knob is KEY. Touchscreen volume adjustment is awful.

[@802Garage]

After installing a head unit with no knob, I 100% agree. It's tolerable if you have working steering wheel controls, but otherwise it's awful. I actually bought a wireless steering wheel control style volume knob and buttons to add because I couldn't stand it so much.

[@OldieProductions]

@@802Garage It May be dependent on the car for me personally. My 01 Impreza 2.5rs, the head unit sits low. So hitting the touchscreen volume adjustments takes your eyes off the road. In my civic, I installed a unit that has a volume knob and it’s effortless. I can go up or down without looking away from the road.

[@802Garage]

@@OldieProductions Hahaha what a coincidence because I'm literally using my 93 Impreza as an example. Both GC Imprezas. 😂 At first installed my touch screen in sort of the middle position, but then when my cup holders were out in the pre-facelift style It was blocking the time and some other important features. So then I moved it down to the lowest slot possible, which makes it much easier to use all the touch screen, and luckily my shifter doesn't really get in the way, but it is super low to look at. Not to mention using the volume touch controls. So I absolutely had to buy an external knob or I was going to go crazy and put in an analog unit again. 😂

[@802Garage]

@@OldieProductions Oh, hey I also have a 2001 2.5 RS and the same color as yours, just mine is a sedan and JDM turbo swapped, and even rustier! I'll sub to your channel.

[@OldieProductions]

@@802Garage Actually saw one of your older videos the other day. Small world 😂

[@shanemccoy3521]

This timing couldn’t have been more perfect. I’ve legitimately been asking myself this Question for the last couple weeks. 👌🏽

[@staffordcreates6874]

Good stuff! I was about to buy Teyes CC3 recently. I was on their website, chose the exact one I wanted, added the 2K screen, and saw it was almost $400. It was more than I wanted to spend but I knew I was gonna like it... even if I had to wait 10 days to get it from Australia to here in Texas. I hit click to purchase and THEN they gave me the REAL purchase price after the exchange rate, and it was nearly $600. It's hard shopping for these head units bc of the numbers... that is to say there are a huge number of companies making them, some WITH names, some without. AND each head unit comes with a million features, some I want, some I don't, some I don't know of I want, and some I think I want but just found out I DON'T want! You're video just helped me with the last one. I thought I'd like the gesture control, and I probably would. But hearing it is so sensitive it mistakes gestures with everyday movements, helps me out a whole lot! I've been shopping for a head unit for 6 months. Actually ordered and returned 2. But now I think you've finally convinced me what to get! The FX-Se. Thx!

[@andrewvaldivieso1718]

Dude I’m buying one of these literally because of you. I remember the first video you did on these a while back 👍

[@jaredhoover4096]

It popped up in my feed but I was stocked that it did. Great freakin’ content.

[@revmatchproductions]

The OEM Nav head unit for the 9th gen si was pretty nice, i still miss it. And that extra little screen it had next to the speedo. You could upload any image you wanted to the screen, it was neat!

[@KeMicolKid97]

Fun Fact, for using the Atoto (More specifically the S8) on the 8th gen civics, if you go the 7 inch double din standard, get a scosche double din kit, and get the YOFUNG AC-HDCR03X-ST (buying this kit for the wire harness), it is practically plug and play, unless the civic comes with an amp then you have to tap a certain wire. Works great though!

[@KDude3]

@thatkdude I recently found your channel about a month ago. Randomly stumbled upon your civic hatch build. Really great content. Keep up the great work!

[@pr3pxlogic910]

Love that you are building a 8 th gen i have one and its been hard finding a variety of goid vids

[@juanespinoza-ue4fy]

I’m a subscriber been watching for a while keep it up love it

[@juanespinoza-ue4fy]

Hey John is that you texting back

[@MrChuckDizzo619]

Always watch your vids love your content.

[@andye7328]

Loved this review. Looking at A Atota Head Unit and have decided on the F7 over the S8 as I don't need it to be fancy and won't be using it to connect to the internet through a sim card...thanks!

[@Bosskillinringo]

Nice video man!

[@PaniikOfficial]

never seen a boosted John video before ;)

[@gvherrera]

@gvherrera been a fan of you for awhile, first video I watched was your ktuned shifter bushing install, when I was installing mine on my Fa5. It's funny now I'm in the market for a head unit and I'm stoked you uploaded this video cause I don't know which headunit to go with it haha looks like the Atoto is the winner for me. Can't wait for more videos of your FG2, hopefully we'll see a suspension video soon, or lower control arm install 🤘🤘🤘 Oh yeah bring back the PCEA hats

[@Scootybuns]

Just bought a black 2011 civic si sedan and we both had 2 different headlight colors! The coincidence lmfao, excited to see the mods

[@anthonygarces8617]

Great video John lookin to install a new unit in my 8th gen as well

[@joseolivero6457]

Glad I found ur channel was looking at the Atoto I might pull the trigger to replace a pioneer nex that keeps disconnecting from CarPlay

[@brianbounthavong2420]

@bryyy_den I’ve bought the S7 for my little brother’s first car after I seen the first install video on the Ek and it works perfectly. It’s a little bit laggy but for price point and quality, it’s great. Love your videos and all of the knowledge from you builds is helping me with my first project. Keep up the awesome work!

[@zachattack8860]

@zahhcari I've been subbed and this video came up on my front page of youtube on the PC. The first video that brought me to your channel was the video a few years ago that was explaining the cost of building a honda motor. I also commented on the Si steering wheel vid. I plan on owning an Si myself once I get settled into a new place. Loving the Si content!

[@AintScaredGarage]

What he didn't say is that the F7 is a Linux OS and you cant go to the play store to download apps, like launchers, also you cant set your cars logo for the boot screen, these are small things, but they are things I want, you can do those things with the S8 2nd Gen Standard for much less money then the the Ultra

[@getdinked]

wasn't subbed yet but I've seen quite a few of your videos, either way keep up the work.

[@dj_paultuk7052]

For me the Toshiba Class A amp in the S8 Ultra is just miles ahead. I have one and love it, the sound quality and power of the audio is just awesome.

[@officialWWM]

Agreed!

[@thedesolateone8770]

Aye bro ever since I heard that you listen to the GZA liquid swords the album I ’ve been a big fan of your channel ever since!!!!!

[@gonzalosanchez6387]

Love the videos. Started following recently since I just got an SI at the same time as you (coincidence). I need a head unit for my gen 8th Si 🤞

[@gonzalosanchez6387]

@gonza_bjj_gb

[@GroxRetros]

@fanaticshotz great to see another si out here in IL , need that head unit for the si

[@kylemartin6998]

Thanks for the video, you definitely helped me make a decision.

[@christianochoa9129]

I’ve used the s7 before not a bad unit for the price to be honest keep up the work man

[@MrAntrione]

Subscribed was watching soon as it came up

[@sbperformance7279]

@that_clean_teg I've been watching sense the turbo eg project, you've been a part in inspiring me to turbo my car! Sense then I've built a ls vtec over the past winter and been enjoying the car over the spring/summer with minor issues

[@edviray1400]

Good info thanks

[@EduardoCruz-xz9hd]

Nice video! Do you know if the PAC SWI-RC Steering Wheel Control Interface is compatible with the atoto s8 stereo?

[@flightclubalumni7231]

Been subbed for a month now, found ur channel from ek.

[@lawyerscott]

I’ll definitely be buying one of these

[@jdmcarlos8987]

@cl_jdm Been a subscriber for a while now, keep up the great content. looking foward to seeing more updates on the eg💪🏻

[@DennysPlantBasedJourney]

excellent. Thanks for sharing... found you looking for double din radios. I plan to upgrade my truck radio

[@LifeWithBR]

Already subbed in the feed 🤙🏼

[@charliefleming5590]

@charlie._.hoang I’ve been looking into getting an 8th gen si and I recently came across your video on picking yours up and was instantly hooked on your videos. I’ve watched a ton of your older videos and every new one that has came out. I love your content and can’t wait for more to come out, never stop creating and doing the things you love

[@officialWWM]

I have an S8 pro and it has its own SIM card and that’s a game changer!

[@rsxboys5393]

Look at your videos all the times very good content

[@209Dreday]

What radio unit would you recommend for my truck that has a amplifier with JBL speakers and a 8inch sub?

[@michaelbuckley1166]

Been looking at both for my 2011 Nissan Frontier !😊

[@DOSTRBOS]

@marsmars018 I've seen a couple of yours videos since the buying a one of the last civic real si video pop up. Keep up the good work!

[@JBbuilds]

@Not_so_spicy_frs I am excited to see how the 8th gen build turns out I’ve wanted to pick one up for a while can’t wait to see more content on it.

[@Storre1996]

@spenceratorre been a long time subscriber always love the content keep it up!

[@antwahnwilliams4498]

First time on youre channel I am interested in purchasing this android I been doing my research on it for the last 2 days

[@madbeat5]

Hello, nice video but just wanted to know, did you kept your steering wheel controls for the radio? If so, how complicated it was?

[@boosted_john]

I didn't

[@TheGoodestDude]

I have a Delica with the F7 SE in right now and its constantly disconnecting from my phone while driving and stops playing music. I just got the S8 Ultra and I'm swapping it out tonight, I figured I should look up if anyone has done something similar before I did it. Thanks for the video! I'd die inside if my dash disintegrated in my hands like your brothers, I broke my cup holder during my install and parts for these aren't the easiest to find haha. One thing that's nice about using CarPlay instead of Android Auto in a Delica (RHD car in general) is the buttons to switch between apps is on the right side of the screen closer to the driver using CarPlay while Android Auto puts them on the left side. Atoto makes steering wheel controls that strap on so you do have to reach to far to the head unit for volume too.

[@holhaspower]

How has the S8 Ultra been 7 months later?

[@RobDavies-fc3tp]

Hi I was wondering what add ons I would need to use ir in a 2006 w203 mercedes c220 coupe to still have full steering wheel controls iv asked on amazon but there's very little info, iv bought oem clone android light (for lack of a better term ) but for my new to me car I'd like one with more features like the atoto

[@gusplymale1797]

Gusgus10809, and I've been around since the first video of the eg hatch. Keep up the killer work!

[@Dan-qo3dz]

How do they hold up long term?

[@emgimports]

@emgimports Been following the channel for a little while and always look forward to new uploads. Great video!

[@phillind9659]

I’m confused I thought the f7 xe had the full floating screen with the adjustable bracket and was a single din?

[@nunyabuisness6614]

@chris1ba i’ve been watching you a lot pretty recently bc of the Si project you have going on. I’ve always wanted a new head unit since my 8th gen is pretty outdated and could use the facelift for radio

[@lionelcrotin6650]

I have both an S8 g2 and the P8 installed into two separate classic cars. The specs are essentially the same as the 2 in the video. The s Series is full Android whereas the F and P series are Linux based so effective only carplay or Android Auto which can be a little constricting I suppose. Also the S8 G2 has a HD screen while the P8 and the F with the 10" screen are QLED. The P and F series have a little less robust sound hardware but it is for a car so fidelity is not primary. My overall view is QLED screens ARE the way to go and ATOTO makes great hardware! T

[@tluva1020]

For my old 4WD I'm waiting for the next version of P8 to come out in hopes it has a bigger screen option, front cam connection & DVR app & uses Android instead of Linux

[@MOET2110]

Welcome back to the fg2 life

[@thedinkmaster3972]

Long time subscriber

[@ekmikeymike1833]

I’ve been following you almost since day one. I also have a EK hatch and a 8th gen🫡

[@ihalfcrazy]

Nice. Recently subscribed for the new hb but i feel i jinxed it

[@stanleywaldrup4336]

Very informative Looking to add one to a Motorhome.

[@3000gtdrifter]

@gticam Funny enough I found your channel every time I’ve researched audio stuff lol

[@anthonygarces8617]

Did the subwoofer still work ?

[@Joseph-wq8zr]

Love the video bro. I have to show you what new I’ve done. Seen you on instagram.

[@Yebuts3]

@blaketothebone Love your videos man, came across you on KZbin! Keep it up! I also have an FG2 lol

[@myPursesuitOfHappiness]

This looks really cool! I would love one, but I need to find a really good installer. 😉 Great video John! LY ❤️

[@boosted_john]

Haha ly mom

[@pigspleen]

Just found your channel, this was very helpful. You got a new subscriber!

[@ernestmorrison4487]

@TINMAN203 Found you by searching Atoto S8 audio install. Great video!!

[@pnwgamerguy8030]

@pnwgamerguy love the channel John! Keep it up! I do miss the ek tho lol

[@MrSandoval91]

Bumped into ur channel thru rudz racing

[@MikeMike-ys9cp]

Hi Boosted John, I've recently purchased Atoto S8 Pro unfortunately my subwoofer is not great at all. Depending on how I'm listening to it (radio, wi fi, Bluetooth) it sounds different. I literally have to turn it all the way up to get anything. Could you test yours to see if you having this same problem.

[@boosted_john]

I’ll have to test it out. I need to find a sub. If that’s the case, then it might be a deal breaker. I’ll update at some point.

[@MikeMike-ys9cp]

@@boosted_john Thank you. I've notice alot of people are having this same problem who have subwoofer(s).

[@mikemengering2864]

@mikegtm Been subbed for a hot minute and been watching and supporting through the good and the bad, praying for a lot more good to come in the future for John and this channel.

[@Pro1er]

I have the S8 Premium which I bought because it is supposed to have a better screen, (though it looks the same as any Atoto I've seen on KZbin), but like you said, I hate the fact that there are no physical buttons and I would not recommend anyone buy a head unit without them. Also, why is the S8 Premium so huge? The other Atoto units are half the depth. Another complaint is that they are still running Android 10 which I feel is ridiculous. I'm not sure who to blame this one on, Atoto or Amazon but I'm guessing Atoto, the unit I received from Amazon is 1-1/2 years old! WTH? The firmware was so old that I couldn't even get the unit to connect to my phone wirelessly but I couldn't figure out why. After days(!) of fooling around with it I finally realized that I had to do a firmware update on a brand new unit. For $360 I think there are better options than the Atoto S8 Premium.

[@anguslean4058]

Question When listening to either FM or AM how do you turn it off There is no physical button and no touch screen button All you can do is mute which then doesn’t allow you to hear on incoming calls Anyone ? Someone ? Buhler ? Ferris ? Anyone ?

[@SenorHotthead]

I like the video I wish it had more shown details of the headunit.

[@gustavomontenegro814]

Damm those android double din are awesome!!!

[@griffengranados619]

Which one should I add in the nissan 300zx ? 🤔

[@Robbiechhoeun209]

@Ek9robbie I been watching your videos since you started the first one n really show me how to build n put a motor together

[@dray4129]

@yellow_shirt_ been subbed for a while and i met you at gridlife and it was super cool. hope to see you again next year!!

[@bryanarevalo17]

NOICE NEED SHORT SHIFTER NEXT

[@gungodofficial]

5:23 anyone know the song name, trying to find it but cant

[@MotleyDRK]

@motley.drk I started watching your video's when you did a collab with Gingium back when he was still in Chicago. I like to watch your videos for your personality rather then just the cars.

[@arge676]

any update on how the head unit is still performing?

[@boosted_john]

It’s pretty good. Only major complaint is that the volume level is significantly quieter when using Apple CarPlay. Pretty annoying.

[@superjay6167]

Which unit has 360 cameras and TPMS?

[@charlesbruce4999]

Will the f7 fit in a 2003 Yukon

[@fc3jon877]

Jonathanxax always wanted to put one in the 8th gen but was worried about fitment

[@thepenguinlaugh5377]

@dukeboi_125 always seen you around from gingium but here to support since the Ek accident 😊

[@boostedalex5994]

@alexservicosautomotivos Been watching your channel since your first appearance in gingiun's channel! I'm a big fan. Much love from Brazil!

[@ChristianG1teg]

Why atoto and not pioneer or alpine Kenwood?

[@DatBoyDere]

Idk if I missed the giveaway but I came across your page looking for good comparison videos on both of these HUs and yours was 2nd and way than then the first one I saw so big ups and I’m buying one for my 9th gen accord I just don’t know which one to get 2g or 3g or 4g sooo ur helping me decide 11/22/22 8:06pm

[@DatBoyDere]

@yup816 all socials

[@PandaMikey]

ooh that head unit would bick sick

[@kennethpena601]

can i use the car factory xm antena

[@yuma_da_puma]

Thats why the a6 is perfect. Pretty much a s8 in a f7 body for like $250ish

[@mudboy1756]

If I did not recently buy a different head unit I would of got this one…. But maybe in the short future I’ll upgrade again

[@robc5218]

Nope never seen a review by you until today.

[@jun5717]

Really like the video. Coz Ive been searching for the right head unit for my honda civic fd1.hope i will be selected for the giveaways: ) subscriber here from Qatar.

[@kingkong2598]

I love your videos about atoto. I have 2003 saab 9-5 og and wondering if these head units are compatible on my old saab.

[@MrAwnold]

@a_otha Just found the channel not too long ago. Sorry about the EK. Can’t wait for the EG Content though! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@misters4119]

Dude, you didn't even make note of the major difference between the 2. The S8 runs a complete ANDROID operating system. The F7 is just and android auto and Apple car play interface. WORLD of difference...

[@lowriderforlife1]

alex4arellano I first found out about you from watching gingium and getting the eg civic boosted for the first time