ytavic Posted November 13, 2015 Report Share Posted November 13, 2015 Hi all, I'm looking to upgrade the head unit in my 2010 Subaru Forester. I've narrowed the choices down to the AVH-4100NEX or the AVIC-5100NEX. The main reason for upgrading is to get carplay integration. It's my understanding that the main differences between the 2 units are screen size, built in navigation and the ability to unlock video in motion via software on the 5100 vs the 4100 needing a physical bypass unit installed. I read something about the 5100 not having an HDMI port, however I'm not sure if/how this would affect me. I guess my question is, is built in NAV worth sacrificing the larger screen. For the most part I'd be using Apple Maps via carplay. The only time I think this would be an issue would be when im in the US as roaming data fees are exceptionally high. (I don't travel to the US very ofter) P.S - The 5100 is $100 more than the 4100. Any other pro's/con's that I've missed? Thanks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pjrm68 Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 I have the 4000NEX and use Apple Maps all the time. I don't miss the built-in nav at all. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ytavic Posted November 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2015 Thanks for the reply. I bit the bullet over the weekend and ended up purchasing a 4100NEX. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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