# BimmerLink

> BMW/MINI diagnostic and control app with real-time data and feature customization. (iPhone/iPad app by SG Software GmbH & Co. KG.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bimmerlink/id1065360416 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SG Software GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/441701490)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $39.99)
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 8,433 App Store ratings · 444 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 35 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), Japanese
- Released: 2016-04-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bimmerlink/id1065360416/reviews.md

## What is BimmerLink?

BimmerLink is the direct link to your BMW or MINI. Using one of the supported OBD adapters, you can read trouble codes or display sensor values in realtime, check the current state of the DPF in your car or register a new battery after replacement. BimmerLink even allows you to remotely control the exhaust flap or mute the Active Sound Design in your car.

READ AND CLEAR TROUBLE CODES
Diagnose your car as would otherwise be possible only by your Service Partner. In contrast to generic OBD apps that read emission related errors only, BimmerLink allows you to read and clear trouble codes from ALL control units in your car.

DISPLAY REALTIME SENSOR VALUES
BimmerLink provides a big selection of values like oil temperature or boost pressure. Keep an eye on all the important parameters of your car with a personalized dashboard.

EXHAUST FLAP REMOTE CONTROL*
Take control over the exhaust flap in your car and decide yourself, whether it should be closed or open.

ACTIVE SOUND DESIGN**
If you do not like the artificial engine sound generated in your car, just mute the Active Sound Design with BimmerLink.

SOUND TUNING***
The “Sound Tuning” option allows you to disable the “exhaust burble“ in cars equipped with the S55 engine (M2 Competition, M3, M4).

DPF REGENERATION****
BimmerLink allows you to check the current state of the diesel particulate filter in your car. Find out when the last regeneration took place or how much ash has accumulated in the filter and start a regeneration with the touch of a button.

CARPLAY ADD-ON*****
Enhance your driving experience with the CarPlay add-on for BimmerLink. Access your sensor values on your car's display for improved vehicle monitoring, all integrated seamlessly with CarPlay for ease of use.

BATTERY REGISTRATION
If you want to replace the battery in your car, this has to be registered in the engine control unit and BimmerLink allows you to do this yourself now.

PARKING BRAKE SERVICE MODE
BimmerLink allows you to activate the service mode for the electromechanical parking brake.

SERVICE RESET
Reset the service display in your car after carrying out maintenance work like a brake pad replacement or an engine oil change.

RESET SHORT CIRCUIT LOCKS
Unlock lamp outputs that were disabled due to a short circuit.

TRANSMISSION ADAPTATION VALUES
Check the adaptation values of the ZF 8HP automatic transmission in your vehicle.

REQUIRED ACCESSORIES
To use the app, one of the supported Bluetooth or WiFi OBD adapters or cables is required. For more information please visit https://bimmerlink.app.

SUPPORTED CARS
- 1 Series (2004+)
- 2 Series, M2 (2013+)
- 2 Series Active Tourer (2014+)
- 2 Series Gran Tourer (2015+)
- 3 Series, M3 (2005+)
- 4 Series, M4 (2013+)
- 5 Series, M5 (2003+)
- 6 Series, M6 (2003+)
- 7 Series (2008+)
- 8 Series (2018+)
- X1 (2009+)
- X2 (2018+)
- X3, X3 M (2010+)
- X4, X4 M (2014+)
- X5, X5 M (2006+)
- X6, X6 M (2008+)
- X7 (2019+)
- Z4 (2009+)
- i3 (2013+)
- i4 (2021+)
- i7 (2022+)
- i8 (2013+)
- iX (2021+)
- iX1 (2022+)
- iX3 (2021+)
- MINI (2006+)
- Toyota Supra (2019+)

* Only for cars that are equipped with an exhaust flap by factory.
** Only for cars that are equipped with the “Active Sound Design“ by factory.
*** Only for cars with S55 engine (M2 Competition, M3, M4).
**** Only for cars with a diesel engine.
***** Additional in-app purchase required.

## Key features

- Read and clear trouble codes from all control units
- Display real-time sensor values
- Remote control of exhaust flap
- Mute Active Sound Design
- DPF regeneration
- Battery registration
- Service reset

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CarPlay Add-On | $9.99 | one-time |
| BimmerLink full version | $39.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #122 in Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

## What do users think of BimmerLink?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Useful features
- 💡 Helpful for DIY maintenance
- 🚀 Saved money on repairs
- 🚀 Cleared error codes
- 🚀 Registered battery successfully

**Cons**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Inaccurate sensor readings
- 🐛 Doesn't work as advertised
- 💰 Expensive for limited functionality
- 🐛 Resets settings after car turned off
- 🐛 Slow performance

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Unable to connect to OBD adapter
- Fails to clear error codes
- Battery registration not working
- Sensor values not updating properly

**Most requested features**

- Add support for more BMW models
- Improve exhaust flap control functionality
- Add option to change units (Celsius/Fahrenheit, MPH/KPH)
- Improve CarPlay integration
- Add more customization options for dashboard

## Recent user reviews (10 of 444)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bimmerlink/id1065360416/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Useless

*2026-08-22, version 5.0.5*

Found no faults on a 323i that wasnt running and useless with a 335i.
Dont recommend

### 5/5 — Bimmer

*2026-08-20, version 5.0.5*

Good for more then basic things

### 5/5 — Good

*2026-08-20, version 5.0.5*

Good

### 1/5 — Does not work with recommended dongle

*2026-08-20, version 5.0.5*

This app fails to connect to my E92 using the OBD BT dongle their site recommends as best (OBDLink CX).  Also, their site listed E46 compatibility, but after it failed to connect I contacted them and they said it does not - yet they did not offer a refund.

DO NOT PURCHASE ANYTHING FROM THIS APP DEVELOPER.

### 5/5 — Good app

*2026-08-19, version 5.0.5*

Thanks

### 1/5 — Work out the bugs before you sell to customers

*2026-08-17, version 5.0.5*

The app is supposed to be able to open or close the JCW Muffler flap on my 2021 Mini Cooper S but it doesn’t. I contacted the company multiple times and still didn’t work. Don’t waste your money on this app.

### 5/5 — great app for bmw!

*2026-08-17, version 5.0.5*

no issues. worth using to customize your cars settings. 2012 F30 335i

### 2/5 — App with poor internationalization support

*2026-08-16, version 5.0.5*

This app does not have a way to convert units from metric to standard so it shows everything in km and Celsius. Disappointed that the app does not have a way to convert the units

### 5/5 — Просьба

*2026-08-15, version 5.0.5*

Сделайте пожалуйста русский язык 🙏🏻

### 5/5 — Stop asking me to rate

*2026-08-15, version 5.0.5*

You get 5 stars

## Frequently asked questions about BimmerLink

### What does BimmerLink do?

BimmerLink connects to your BMW or MINI vehicle via a supported OBD adapter. It allows you to read and clear trouble codes from all control units, display real-time sensor data, and control various vehicle functions such as the exhaust flap and Active Sound Design. It also facilitates tasks like DPF regeneration and battery registration.

### What are the key features of BimmerLink?

Key features include reading and clearing trouble codes from all control units, monitoring real-time sensor values with a personalized dashboard, remotely controlling the exhaust flap, muting Active Sound Design, performing DPF regeneration, registering a new battery, and activating the parking brake service mode. It also offers service resets and the ability to check transmission adaptation values.

### How much does BimmerLink cost?

The app itself is free to download. However, certain advanced features, such as exhaust flap control, DPF regeneration, and the CarPlay add-on, require in-app purchases. A supported OBD adapter is also necessary to use the app's functionalities.

### What cars are compatible with BimmerLink?

BimmerLink supports a wide range of BMW and MINI models, generally from 2004 onwards for BMW and with specific model year ranges for newer series and electric vehicles like the i3 and i4. The description provides a detailed list of supported series and their respective production years.

### What is required to use BimmerLink?

To use BimmerLink, you will need one of the supported Bluetooth or WiFi OBD adapters or cables. The app itself provides the interface to your car's systems, but the OBD adapter is essential for establishing the connection and enabling communication between your device and the vehicle's computer.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.0.5 — 2026-04-29

• Improved: App Store purchase validation is more reliable on poor connections.
• Fixed: An issue that could prevent parking brake service mode from activating.

### 5.0.4 — 2026-03-22

• Fixed: Resolved an issue that could prevent purchases from restoring correctly with poor connectivity.

### 5.0.3 — 2026-02-24

• New: BimmerLink is now free to download. Connect to your car and explore available features. The full version can now be unlocked directly within the app.

• Improved: Added more guidance for configuring the new display options for the CarPlay Add-On.

### 5.0.2 — 2026-02-21

• New: BimmerLink is now free to download. Connect to your car and explore available features. The full version can now be unlocked directly within the app.

• New: The CarPlay Add-On now supports extended display options for sensor values.

• Fixed: Resolved a low-contrast issue in the CarPlay Add-On.

• Improved: App Store purchases can now be restored from the settings.

### 5.0.1 — 2026-02-17

• New: BimmerLink is now free to download. Connect to your car and explore available features. The full version can now be unlocked directly within the app.

• New: The CarPlay Add-On now supports extended display options for sensor values.

• Fixed: Resolved a low-contrast issue in the CarPlay Add-On.

• Fixed: Resolved an issue affecting iOS 15 users that could prevent purchases from restoring correctly.

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