# Bumper: Vehicle History Report — VIN Check New & Used Car Info

> Vehicle history reports, VIN lookup, market value, and rewards. (iPhone/iPad app by Bumper, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bumper-vehicle-history-report/id1543977359 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bumper, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543960146)
- Category: Shopping, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 1,231 App Store ratings · 124 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 165 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-03-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bumper-vehicle-history-report/id1543977359/reviews.md

## What is Bumper?

Get the skinny on your next car with Bumper's VIN lookup or vehicle model search. Take advantage of all of Bumper's features, including:

ACCIDENT AND SALVAGE RECORDS - If it seems too good to be true, it might be. Find out if the great deal you found is really a lemon in disguise.

MARKET VALUES - We analyze millions of vehicle sales records to help make sure you're getting a good ride, not being taken for one.

THEFT REPORTS - Not only can theft bring down a vehicle's value, purchasing stolen goods can also get you in hot water with the fuzz.

WEB AND APP INTEGRATION - Bumper is more than an app. It's more than a website. It's an app AND a website. Get the same great report features whether you're at home or on the go.

RECALLS - Unresolved factory recalls can put you and your family in danger. We'll try to help ensure there's nothing hiding beneath the surface.

EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS - Need a certain amount of cargo space? Is a sunroof on your bucket list? Dig into the nitty-gritty of a vehicle to make sure it meets your needs.

OPTICAL CHARACTER RECOGNITION - Life moves fast, but cars move even faster. Instead of hurrying to jot down the vehicle plate number of a vehicle, use the app's OCR to initiate a search with your phone's camera.

BUMPER REWARDS- Access thousands in vehicle-related savings. As a Bumper member, you can take advantage of benefits and perks that can help you save time and money throughout your car buying, owning, and selling journey.

And so much more. Whether you're buying, selling or researching a car you already own, Bumper has something for you. The days of paying for individual vehicle reports are in the rearview mirror.

The Bumper Difference
At Bumper, we are on a mission to bring vehicle history reports and ownership up to speed with modern times. A vehicle is one of the most expensive purchases you'll likely make, and you deserve to have access to the same tools and information the pros use to make the right decisions.

FAIR PRICING—If you’ve ever purchased a vehicle history report, you might have experienced sticker shock. According to J.D. Power, car buyers spend a minimum of three months researching vehicles before a purchase. At an average of $30 a report, you could spend upwards of hundreds of dollars simply researching. With Bumper, we offer reports at an affordable rate. With those extra savings, why not put it towards a down payment or even upgrades?

ACCURATE DATA: Our vehicle records come from government agencies, insurance providers, car industry sources and more. From accidents and salvage records to vehicle specifications and market value, if a record exists, we'll do our best to find it so you have reliable, up-to-date information.

AHEAD OF THE CURVE: Until now, running a vehicle history report was not easy. Introducing: Bumper. Go ahead, set up alerts, and be the first to know when something changes with a vehicle you're monitoring. Or check vehicle reports on mobile or desktop - it's the same great intuitive experience.

View Terms of Use: https://www.bumper.com/terms/
View Privacy Policy: https://www.bumper.com/privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Accident and salvage record checks
- Market value analysis
- Theft report information
- Recall notifications
- Equipment specifications
- Optical Character Recognition (OCR) VIN lookup
- Vehicle-related savings and rewards

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bumper Reports | $19.99 | per month |
| Bumper Reports | $38.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Month | $13.99 | per month |
| 3 Month | $26.99 | per 3 months |


## Chart rankings

- #13 in Top Grossing · Shopping (US App Store)

## What do users think of Bumper?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 💡 Innovative features
- 👍 User-friendly

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inaccurate information
- 🔒 Security and privacy concerns
- 💰 Expensive/hidden fees
- 🔁 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🤖 Poor customer support

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes and glitches
- Incompatibility with certain devices
- Incorrect/outdated vehicle information

**Most requested features**

- More detailed vehicle history reports
- Ability to cancel subscription online
- Improved accuracy and reliability of data

## Recent user reviews (10 of 124)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bumper-vehicle-history-report/id1543977359/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Unethical

*2026-08-01, version 10.0.38*

No notification before charging you after the 1-week trial ends. Then you have to email customer support to request cancellation (there’s no automatic way to cancel through their website). This is unethical, anti-consumer behavior. Don’t give them your business.

### 1/5 — Scam!

*2026-07-15, version 10.0.38*

Do not commit to creating content for them. They won’t pay you!

### 1/5 — No good

*2026-07-06, version 10.0.38*

Not correct information Even after cancel my monthly payment they keep trying to charge me

### 2/5 — Doesn’t work on iPad in landscape

*2026-06-15, version 10.0.38*

Unfortunately the app cant be viewed on an iPad in landscape mode which is the default if using a keyboard. This makes it difficult to use as the keyboard must be detached each time to look at the app.

### 1/5 — Terrible accuracy

*2026-06-11, version 10.0.38*

I signed up for a paid plan because I was looking to buy a car and wanted more info. 

The car I ended up buying Bumper had the original title location and that was about it for accuracy. I pulled a carfax and it showed other sales, significant engine repair et.  Bumper showed none of it. 

I looked at several cars and for instance one had 60+ sales listings for the vehicle but the thing is it was all the same listing spammed 60 times in the app. 

Between missing data, corrupted data, and wrong data I cannot recommend this app. 

The vehicle I bought showed one owner in bumper… it had 3.

For free the information is good, but for a paid service it’s garbage.

### 1/5 — Account not created after subscription.

*2026-06-01, version 10.0.38*

It’s sad that I made a purchase for a quarterly subscription and was debited instantly. Yet, I cannot access my account. I keep getting a message that my account doesn’t exist. I even tried logging in via my Apple ID…but, I got a message saying my Apple ID isn’t linked to an account on the system. This is the same Apple ID I paid with. I have sent multiple emails to the customer service, but I didn’t get no reply. What’s the essence of paying when I can’t access my account?

### 1/5 — Subscription

*2026-05-24, version 10.0.38*

Canceled my subscription 3 months ago still getting charged

### 1/5 — Scammers

*2026-05-11, version 10.0.38*

I canceled my subscribtion then a month later they charge me 38$

### 1/5 — Historic no accurate

*2026-04-29, version 10.0.38*

The history of the vehicle is not accurate, do not show all information, it doesn’t make sense

### 1/5 — Not free

*2026-04-04, version 10.0.36*

It looks like it will be free because it says GET and “offers in-app purchases” in the App Store. After you type in the VIN because the scan tool doesn’t recognize QR codes, then and only then do you find out that it won’t give you any information at all until you pay for a subscription. 
Bad form.

## Frequently asked questions about Bumper

### What kind of information can I find with this app?

This app provides comprehensive vehicle history reports. You can access details on accidents, salvage records, theft history, unresolved recalls, market values, and specific equipment specifications for a vehicle. It aims to give you the same information that automotive professionals use.

### How does the app help me save money?

The app offers 'Bumper Rewards,' providing access to thousands in vehicle-related savings. As a member, you can benefit from perks that help reduce costs throughout the car buying, owning, and selling process. It also aims for fair pricing on reports, potentially saving you hundreds compared to buying individual reports.

### Is this app available on multiple platforms?

Yes, the app offers web and app integration. You can access the same great report features whether you are using the mobile application or the website, ensuring you can research vehicles conveniently from home or on the go.

### How accurate is the data provided?

The app sources its vehicle records from government agencies, insurance providers, and other car industry sources. They strive to find all existing records, including accidents, salvage history, specifications, and market value, to provide reliable and up-to-date information.

### What is the Optical Character Recognition (OCR) feature?

The OCR feature allows you to initiate a vehicle search simply by using your phone's camera to scan a vehicle's license plate. This is a fast and convenient way to quickly get vehicle information without needing to manually type in the plate number.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 10.0.55 — 2026-08-18

New: AI Vehicle Value Forecast
Get a 3-year depreciation forecast for your vehicle. Enter your vehicle details and let Bumper crunch the numbers.
Also updated vehicle specifications for a clearer, more complete look at your ride.

### 10.0.38 — 2026-04-09

We’ve fine-tuned the app to make your Bumper experience smoother than ever. Update now and enjoy the ride!

### 10.0.36 — 2025-12-19

We’ve fine-tuned the app to make your Bumper experience smoother than ever. Update now and enjoy the ride!

### 10.0.35 — 2025-11-13

We’ve fine-tuned the app to make your Bumper experience smoother than ever. Update now and enjoy the ride!

### 10.0.31 — 2025-08-26

We’ve fine-tuned the app to make your Bumper experience smoother than ever. Update now and enjoy the ride!

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-27.*
