Comparison

KITT Countdown timer vs OBD JScan

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

KITT Countdown timer

Relive the iconic Knight Rider experience with this countdown timer. It features original K.I.T.T. sounds and Michael Knight's watch design for an authentic 80s feel on your iPhone and Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • K.I.T.T. countdown timer
  • Original K.I.T.T. sounds
  • Michael Knight's watch design
  • iPhone and Apple Watch support
  • Eighties theme
Features
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3,2,1 - Call K.I.T.T.! This amazing countdown timer for your iPhone and AppleWatch makes you feel like Michael Knight from the legendary TV Show Knight Rider. The app features the original K.I.T.T. sounds and the unique design of Michael Knights watch in the show. Set your countdown to Eighties awesomeness!

About

OBD JScan

This app provides advanced diagnostics for Jeep, Chrysler, and Dodge vehicles. It allows users to read and clear trouble codes, view live sensor data, and access settings across all vehicle modules, including ABS and transmission.

Highlights
  • Read/Clear Diagnostic Trouble Codes
  • Access Live Data from all sensors
  • View vehicle settings
  • Access all vehicle modules (ABS, Transmission, etc.)
  • Identify module, VIN, Part Number, and Version
  • Share vehicle trouble codes
Features
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What is OBD JScan? OBD JScan is powerful Jeep & Chrysler & Dodge diagnostic application. JScan allows reading standard Diagnostic Trouble Codes (emission related), general Live Data and Adaptations and much more. Thats not all. JScan can access all modules avalable on your vehicle. ABS, Steering Column, Automatic Transimmsion, Radio, Sway Bar, Havac and many more. Some supported cars: Jeep Wrangler JK, Jeep Wrangler JL - additional hardware required to bypass security gateway* Jeep Wrangler JT - additional hardware required to bypass security gateway* Jeep Wrangler 4XE - additional hardware required to bypass security gateway* Jeep Grand Cherokee WK Jeep Grand Cherokee, WK2 11-13 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 14-21 - 18+ - additional hardware required to bypass security gateway* Jeep Commander XK Jeep Liberty/Cherokee KK, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot MK Dodge Avenger Dodge Grand Caravan RT, Dodge Journey, Dodge Caliber Dodge Durango 2004-2009 Dodge Durango 2011-2013 Dodge Durango 2014-2023* Dodge Ram Dodge Nitro Dodge Magnum Dodge Challenger - 08-14 Dodge Challenger - 14+ Dodge Charger- 06-10 Dodge Charger- 11+ Dodge Avenger Chrysler Town&Country RT Chrysler 200 Chrysler 300C Chrysler 300 Chrysler Sebring Chrysler Aspen and more.. * WK2 2018+ = requires securit bypass cable * Dodge Durango 2018+ = requires securit bypass cable * Dodge Ram 2018+ = requires securit bypass cable * JL requires security bypass cable * JT requires security bypass cable * http://jscan.net/jl-jt-security-bypass/ What can I Do with JScan? JScan allows you to access, diagnostic trouble codes and Live Data in all modules. You can easily Read, Clear, Share vehicle Trouble Codes. View Live Data from all sensors in vehicle. View vehicle settings. Identify module, Vin, Part Number, Version and more. Recommended device: - OBD ELM 327 compatible device is required to make app work as expected. Recommended adapters: - iCar Pro 4.0 Bluetooth LE (Bluetooth) - Vlinker MC+ (Bluetooth) - for newer cars - OBD Link MX+ Bluetooth (Bluetooth) More info about supported and recommended OBD adapters: http://jscan.net/supported-and-not-supported-obd-adapters/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/obdjscan/ Website: http://jscan.net/

Screenshots

KITT Countdown timer2 screens
OBD JScan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: OBD JScan at 80% against KITT Countdown timer's 25%. OBD JScan also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 7). KITT Countdown timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (8.2 vs 13.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. OBD JScan sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. KITT Countdown timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OBD JScan holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBD JScan has 1.3K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of KITT Countdown timer's written reviews are positive against 80% of OBD JScan's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
KITT Countdown timer versus OBD JScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKITT Countdown timerOBD JScan
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (7 ratings)4.7 (1.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews79.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings71.3K — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.2 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB403 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAlexander BrommerPiotr Bialic

Customer experience

KITT Countdown timer

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

OBD JScan

All ratings1,296 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral1.9%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews240 reviews
Positive79.6%
Neutral5.0%
Negative15.4%

Bugs and requests

KITT Countdown timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

OBD JScan

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inability to save/export diagnostic data
  • Inconsistent behavior when changing vehicle settings

Requested features

4 requests
  • Expanded vehicle compatibility
  • Improved stability and reliability
  • Enhanced user interface and guidance
  • Integration with other vehicle apps/services

In-app purchases

None

KITT Countdown timer

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

OBD JScan

One-time7
  • + 1 garage license2 variants$9.99
  • 1 VIN license$20.99
  • Add 1 VIN$20.99
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  • Add 1 VIN Vehicle Slot$20.99
  • 3 VIN licenses$54.99
  • 5 VIN Licenses$84.99
  • 10 VIN Licenses$149.99

Questions

Is KITT Countdown timer free?
KITT Countdown timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OBD JScan free?
OBD JScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, KITT Countdown timer or OBD JScan?
OBD JScan is rated higher. KITT Countdown timer averages 3.7 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while OBD JScan averages 4.7 from 1.3K ratings.
Do KITT Countdown timer or OBD JScan have ads?
Neither KITT Countdown timer nor OBD JScan shows ads.

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