Having a spare car fob in a good working condition is not only a smart decision but also a cost effective choice, especially when compared to the high costs of car lockout service. If your fob stop working from any reason and you need to reprogrammed it, getting it done by a certified locksmith is usually the best option and it will definitely be less expensive than going to your car dealership.
How much does it cost?
The cost of reprogramming a car key fob usually costs between $100 to $500 and the difference in price depends on several factors:
Type of Key
Advanced key fobs like those with a start button and other extra security features are generally more expensive to reprogram.
Car Brand
Some car makers design their fobs to be more secure which makes them harder to reprogram because they require special programming machines as a result they are pricier.
Car Model
Even within the same brand some models might have more complex key fobs than others.
Now let’s break it down into numbers:
Transponder Key has a microchip that needs programming. In some models the chip is in the key and in other cases it’s in a fob. The price is between $75 to $100.
Laser Cut Key are made with special cutting machines, they also have a transponder chip and their price goes between $150 and $250.
Smart Key also called keyless entry remote is the most advanced type of key. You don’t need to use a key at all to start the car because it works remotely and program it will cost between $220 and $500.
