Comparison

Off The Record vs BimmerCode

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

Head to head
About

Off The Record

This app connects you with experienced local attorneys to fight your traffic tickets and misdemeanors. Simply upload a photo of your ticket, answer a few questions, and receive a quote. Your lawyer handles all the paperwork and court appearances, with a money-back guarantee if your case isn't successful.

Highlights
  • Fight traffic tickets and misdemeanors
  • Connect with local traffic attorneys
  • Upload ticket photo and answer questions
  • Instant quote and booking
  • Lawyer handles paperwork and court
  • Money-back guarantee
  • Direct in-app communication with lawyer
Features
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Traffic ticket? The fine is just the start. Get a local traffic lawyer in minutes. 97% success rate. Skip court. Keep your record clean. A single speeding ticket increases your insurance premiums by an average of $1,500 over three years. Savvy drivers fight every ticket and save thousands later. Off The Record (OTR) helps you fight traffic tickets, DUIs, and other misdemeanors without wasting a day in court. Snap a photo, answer a few questions, and we'll match you with the right local attorney. Get an upfront flat-fee quote and book your case. How it works: - Snap a photo of your ticket - Answer a few questions - Get your quote - Book your lawyer Your attorney handles the paperwork and court process while you get updates and can message them in the app. Nationwide network of 1,000+ vetted attorneys. Trusted by CDL and professional drivers. OTR Money-Back Guarantee: We refund your legal fee if your case isn't successful (terms apply). Download Off The Record and get started in under a minute.

About

BimmerCode

Unlock hidden features and customize your BMW, MINI, or Toyota Supra. This app allows you to individually configure your vehicle for a personalized driving experience. Requires a compatible OBD adapter.

Highlights
  • Code BMW, MINI, Toyota Supra
  • Discover hidden features
  • Individual vehicle configuration
  • Personalize driving experience
  • Supports a wide range of models
  • Requires OBD adapter
Features
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With BimmerCode, you can effortlessly code your BMW, MINI, or Toyota Supra yourself and configure it individually for the ultimate driving experience. Discover hidden features and customize your vehicle according to your personal preferences. SUPPORTED CARS - 1 Series (2004 – 2024) - 2 Series, 2 Series Coupe, M2 (2013+) - 2 Series Gran Coupe (2020 – 2024) - 2 Series Active Tourer (2014+) - 2 Series Gran Tourer (2015 – 2022) - 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 – 2024) - X4, X4 M (2014+) - X5, X5 M (2006+) - X6, X6 M (2008+) - X7 (2019+) - Z4 (2009+) - i3 (2013+) - i4 (2021+) - i8 (2013+) - iX1 (2022+) - iX2 (2024+) - iX3 (2021+) - iX (2021+) - MINI (2006+) - Toyota Supra (2019+) You can find a detailed list of the supported cars and options on https://bimmercode.app/cars/. REQUIRED ACCESSORIES One of the supported OBD adapters is required to use BimmerCode. For more information, please visit https://bimmercode.app/adapters/.

Screenshots

Off The Record4 screens
BimmerCode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Off The Record at none against BimmerCode's 2. Off The Record also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (71% vs 59%). BimmerCode's advantage is chart position (#110 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. BimmerCode sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Off The Record asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Off The Record against 4.7 for BimmerCode. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9.7K and 21K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Off The Record's written reviews are positive against 59% of BimmerCode's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Off The Record ships an update every 2 weeks, BimmerCode every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Off The Record versus BimmerCode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOff The RecordBimmerCode
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (9.7K ratings)4.7 (21K ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews — better58.9% of reviews
Number of ratings9.7K21K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#110 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOff the Record, Inc.SG Software GmbH & Co. KG

Customer experience

Off The Record

All ratings9,668 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral1.0%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews395 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral1.0%
Negative27.6%

BimmerCode

All ratings20,795 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews1,209 reviews
Positive58.9%
Neutral7.3%
Negative33.8%

User reviews

Off The Record

From 9.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🤝 Great service
  • 🎉 Tickets dismissed
  • 🧠 Knowledgeable attorneys
  • 💬 Good communication

Room to improve

  • 🤔 Unclear refund policy
  • 🕰️ Slow response times
  • 🤷‍♀️ Inconsistent attorney performance
  • 💰 Expensive compared to self-representation

BimmerCode

From 21K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Excellent customization options
  • 💡 Useful for coding BMW features
  • 🚀 Works as advertised
  • 👍 Intuitive interface

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Requires paid version to unlock full functionality
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with some BMW models
  • 🐛 Occasional connection problems
  • 🐛 Coding can cause unintended issues
  • 🐛 Expert mode is in German, not English

Bugs and requests

Off The Record

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Attorneys missing court dates
  • Miscommunication on case outcomes

Requested features

2 requests
  • Expand to Canada
  • Provide more transparency on case status

BimmerCode

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Coding can deactivate important safety features
  • App crashes during coding process
  • Coding changes not always reversible

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to backup and restore settings to cloud
  • More detailed instructions and documentation
  • Support for older BMW models
  • Translate expert mode to English
  • Add more coding options for newer BMW models

In-app purchases

None

Off The Record

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

BimmerCode

One-time2
  • BimmerCode Full Version Motorcycle$19.99
  • BimmerCode Full Version$49.99

Questions

Is Off The Record free?
Off The Record is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BimmerCode free?
BimmerCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Off The Record or BimmerCode?
BimmerCode is rated higher. Off The Record averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9.7K ratings, while BimmerCode averages 4.7 from 21K ratings.
Do Off The Record or BimmerCode have ads?
Neither Off The Record nor BimmerCode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Off The Record or BimmerCode?
Off The Record ships an update every 2 weeks, and BimmerCode every 2 months. Most recently, Off The Record was updated on September 24, 2026 and BimmerCode on September 24, 2026.

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