# LARA Lock Reader Assistant — Lishi, Transponder, Key Codes

> Automotive locksmith assistant for key making, transponder programming, and Lishi tool information. (iPhone/iPad app by Tony Steward.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lara-lock-reader-assistant/id6737262632 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tony Steward](https://appshunter.io/developer/1775654555)
- Category: Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 37 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-11-24
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lara-lock-reader-assistant/id6737262632/reviews.md

## What is LARA Lock Reader Assistant?

The Locksmiths Automotive Rapid Assistant

Unleash your automotive locksmithing prowess with our app—unlock the secrets to making keys for cars, trucks, and motorcycles, including transponder programming instructions. Join a vibrant community of expert key makers and programmers.

LARA is NOT FREE it is SUBSCRIPTION ONLY

Now the Good Stuff!!

LARA makes Locksmiths lives a lot easier by putting Key, Transponder, Remote & Lishi tool information right at your fingertips.
As well as being able to decode the car lock and verify the bitting before you even remove your Lishi tool from the lock.

Highlights
* User Feedback. LARA has a huge user feedback created database meaning you not only get my knowledge and experience but that of hundreds of locksmiths world wide.
* KeyDIY The most comprehensive Reference library available on your phone
* Decode with 1/2 cuts when you're not sure of a depth.
* My Tools highlighter shows instantly which tools you currently have and what tools you need.
* Visual MACS validation as you decode your lock LARA will highlight impossible combinations.
* LARA Rekey now lets you choose wafers to swap around and returns a list of valid codes
* LARA Codes and FILL returns the valid bittings in a Cutting Tree to minimize key blank wastage and save time.
* On board transponder programming procedures.
* Remote programming procedures.
* Backup and Restore to your tools. Means tools lists can be Restored to all of your devices.

LARA is firstly a notepad to record the decoded cuts of a car lock when decoded by a variety of tools. As you are decoding your lock with your Lishi 2 in 1 or Determinator tools or any other automotive reading tool, you can enter the cuts into LARA.
LARA will suggest which wafers are in the door lock for you. Once finished in many cases you can run your bitting through LARA Codes Online whilst still standing at the vehicle door.

There is quite a lot of information that LARA has to help you along your way to making keys to that vehicle, such as:

* Vehicle make and general model information
* Code series used
* Which wafers are likely to be in the door lock.
* Code rules which can help to ensure you are decoding each lock correctly.

LARA is vehicle information I have gathered from personal experience or have verified to me. I do not just look up books and add random data, so you will not find every vehicle in the world. At the moment there is information on around 1800 vehicles. Again this is information I have been able to verify.

Please note that whilst I have made every effort to ensure all data is correct there are bound to be errors and it is up to you to ensure you are using the correct equipment, keys, transponder, remotes and procedures.

LARA Subscriptions
A subscription is automatically renewed if it is not canceled within 24 hours before the end of the current period via your iTunes account.
You can find more information in the terms of use and conditions.

Terms & Conditions https://locksdownunder.com/Terms_and_Conditions_LARA.html

## Key features

- Key, transponder, and remote programming instructions
- Lishi tool information and decoding
- User-generated feedback database
- Visual MACS validation
- Rekey wafer swapping
- Cutting Tree for bitting optimization
- Vehicle make and model information

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Year Full access (no eeprom) | $49.99 | per year |
| 6 Months Access | $29.99 | per 6 months |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lara-lock-reader-assistant/id6737262632/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Automotive Locksmith

*2024-12-08*

Perfect tool for automotive locksmiths

### 5/5 — Auto Llaves Neza

*2024-11-25*

Excelente aplicación para tener información sobre cerrajeria automotriz a la mano y es una buena herramienta de trabajo

**Developer response:** Thank you for your good comments

## Frequently asked questions about LARA Lock Reader Assistant

### What is LARA Lock Reader Assistant?

LARA Lock Reader Assistant is a subscription-based mobile application designed for automotive locksmiths. It provides a comprehensive reference library for key making, transponder programming, and Lishi tool information, helping users decode locks and verify bitting.

### Is LARA Lock Reader Assistant free to use?

No, LARA Lock Reader Assistant is subscription-only and not free. It offers various subscription plans for access to its features and database.

### What subscription plans are available for LARA Lock Reader Assistant?

LARA Lock Reader Assistant offers a 6-month access plan for $29.99 and a 1-year full access plan for $49.99. Both plans include a 7-day free trial.

### How does LARA Lock Reader Assistant handle subscription renewals?

Subscriptions for LARA Lock Reader Assistant automatically renew unless canceled within 24 hours before the end of the current period through your iTunes account.

### What kind of information does LARA Lock Reader Assistant provide?

It provides key, transponder, and remote programming procedures, Lishi tool information, vehicle make and model details, code series used, likely wafer information, and code rules to assist in decoding locks.

### Can LARA Lock Reader Assistant be used on multiple devices?

Yes, LARA Lock Reader Assistant allows you to back up and restore your tool lists, meaning your lists can be restored to all of your devices.

### What is the age rating for LARA Lock Reader Assistant?

LARA Lock Reader Assistant has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is LARA Lock Reader Assistant updated?

The latest version of LARA Lock Reader Assistant is 5.0.49, and it was last updated on March 15, 2026, indicating regular updates to its features and database.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.1.23 — 2026-08-23

Fixed image links

### 5.1.21 — 2026-08-11

Made subscription more reliable

### 5.1.20 — 2026-08-09

Revamped home page - less scrolling
Added auto progression for where no codes exist

### 5.1.15 — 2026-06-28

Fixed so users can edit own feedback
Added user tiers based on qty of feedback

### 5.1.10 — 2026-05-20

Bug fix

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