# Ratchet AI — AI Mechanic

> AI Mechanic (iPhone/iPad app by Mark Tse.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ratchet-ai/id6764174391 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mark Tse](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895671804)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 50 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-30
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ratchet-ai/id6764174391/reviews.md

## What is Ratchet AI?

Ratchet AI Mechanic helps you understand what is happening with your car before you spend money at a shop.

Connect a supported OBD2 adapter, scan for fault codes, view live engine data, and ask Ratchet for plain-English diagnostic guidance. Ratchet can explain codes, symptoms, sensor readings, likely causes, repair difficulty, and fair price ranges.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.tryratchet.com/tos
 Privacy Policy: https://www.tryratchet.com/privacy-policy

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ratchet Pro Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Ratchet Pro Annual | $89.99 | per year |
| Ratchet Unlimited Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Ratchet Unlimited Annual | $149.99 | per year |



## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.1.4 — 2026-06-25

• What’s New:

  - Added a new Guided Repair camera mode for Ratchet-assisted repair walkthroughs.
  - Added a larger AR button near the OBD2 pairing button for faster access.
  - Guided Repair now only shows repairs suggested by Ratchet AI.
  - Added step-by-step AR guidance for alternator replacement, including belt tensioner, belt removal, wiring, and mounting bolt targets.
  - Updated onboarding with a stronger car-focused first screen.
  - Added new car diagnostic artwork to the onboarding experience.
  - Improved build stability with camera support for Guided Repair.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-06-15

Ratchet 1.1.0 update

  - Added clearer first-time onboarding explaining that Ratchet can diagnose from pictures, voice, symptoms, fault codes, and works best with a compatible OBD2 device.
  - Added App Review account support so reviewers can see onboarding and the disclaimer again on login.
  - Added dashboard analytics and backend/browser event tracking for dashboard views, issue status updates, checkout flow, and onboarding progress.
  - This update improves subscription setup, account controls, and the onboarding experience. Pro and Unlimited plans are now available through App Store purchase, account deletion is available in Settings, and
  - repair skill selection has been simplified.
  - Added customer and admin dashboard views for vehicle issues, scan history, top codes, and account repair history.
  - Improved PostHog configuration for app, website, dashboard, and backend events.
  - Added curated repair-image support so Ratchet can display relevant part/reference images when answers mention supported parts.
  - Added repair image intake workflow for future licensed/curated image expansion.
  - Updated app header from “Ratchet 1.0” to “Ratchet AI”.
  - Updated iOS version to 1.1.0.

  For App Review notes, add the MFi note too if this build includes OBDLink MX+ support:

  MFi Product Plan ID: 221699-0001
  iAP Protocol String: com.obdlink
  Accessory: OBDLink MX+ (MX201), OBD Solutions LLC

### 1.0 — 2026-06-04

No release notes.

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