Originally Posted by Kam850

Well im trying to figure out which route I want to go for the upgrade...

AVIN AVANT 4 is on the top of the list but...

I heard of Dynavin, iv heard that out of the box its a slightly better quality unit. Not sure how much truth is to that.

Eonon, I heard about these guys when I sold my E39 and got a 2010 Mazda 3 long ago, I thought about upgrading that radio. I believe they had a E53 unit at the time, but I cannot find anything for the X5 on their website anymore, so I was wondering if their "E39" unit would fit? I feel like their price is a little bit more friendly.

XTRONS, they seem alright, and they have a little more different types available for the E53. I do prefer the OEM style unit, but im also tempted with the screen only unit. Its cheaper and well.. the display is bigger.

I could also go with a way cheaper android unit from ebay or amazon. Not sure how much of a difference that would be.

My only requirements would be to have Apple Car Play and charging, preferably at the same time so I only use one cable, sort of like some of the new cars have it. Im also a firm believer music just sounds better through wires vs bluetooth/wireless. But if thats not possible, id be ok with wireless carplay. Phone calls are important to me too, I would like NOT to have to get a external mic.

Not sure what to do. From what I hear no matter what I do, I need the iBus App. So I got to tack on the extra $100-$120 to whatever unit I choose. Reverse camera would be also be cool, but I feel like that would be done later down the road. I just have a OEM Nav, NON-DSP unit in my car.

Advice is greatly apricated, or even links to help me not wonder the forums for information for days.