iCar vs OBD2 Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iCar
This app uses GPS tracking to monitor vehicle locations in real-time, offering historical data and security alerts. It allows users to manage multiple vehicles, set up geo-fences, and receive notifications for emergencies and status changes.
- Real-time GPS tracking
- Vehicle history data (up to 7 days)
- Multi-vehicle management
- Geo-fencing alerts
- Push notifications for alerts
- Vehicle status monitoring
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The free iCar app helps you reduce risk, improve safety and security, optimize fleet operations by using our latest GPS tracking technology. App Features: Easy to use - Login with your google account then simply input or scan your tracker's ID Real time location updates - Know the location of vehicles History data - Review up to 7 days of past history Multiple viewing - Set and tracking multiple vehicles on one app Sharing - Share real time location to the anyone you want Geo-fence - Receive alerts as soon as your vehicle leaves the proximity Burglar proof - Keep safe when parking Push notification - emergency and security alerts Status - Current status of vehicle like move, stop etc. Accuracy - Latest GPS+GLONASS technology
OBD2 Scanner
Transform your smartphone into a powerful car diagnostic tool. Monitor real-time engine data, read and clear trouble codes, and track your vehicle's performance. Customize your dashboard and access repair manuals to understand and fix issues.
- Real-time engine data monitoring
- Read and clear trouble codes
- Performance tracking
- Customizable dashboards
- Repair manual database
- Compatibility with OBD2 ELM327 adapters
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Turn your phone into a car mechanic: Diagnose & monitor with OBD 2 Car Scanner! Unlock your car's secrets: - Real-time data: See engine speed, fuel use, temperatures & more. - Find & fix problems: Read & clear trouble codes like a pro. - Track performance: Monitor fuel efficiency, acceleration, & more over time. - Customize your view: Build dashboards with the info you need most. - Repair help: Access a database of manuals to troubleshoot issues. - Works with all OBD 2 scanners: Using tips: - The app requires a Wi-Fi or or Bluetooth 4.0 (Bluetooth LE) OBD2 ELM327 compatible adapter (device) to work. ELM327 devices plug into the diagnostics socket in the car and give your phone access to car diagnostics. - If you buy one of the cheap OBD2 ELM327 adapters , then make sure it’s not marked as v.2.1. These adapters are supported, but they have lots of bugs. - Vehicle ECUs vary in the amount of sensors supported. This app can’t show you something that is not provided by your car. Notice - This app are free-to-install, but has some premium features that need purchase/subscribe to use. Non-subscribed users can use each Premium feature for a limited number of times per day. - Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled 24 hours before the end of the period. - Manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your account settings. - Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you subscribe. Term of use: https://appforlife.moniqtap.com/index.php/term-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://appforlife.moniqtap.com/index.php/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iCar at none against OBD2 Scanner's 6. iCar also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, review sentiment and update cadence 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
Both are free to download. OBD2 Scanner sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. iCar asks for nothing beyond the download.
iCar ships an update every 2 months, OBD2 Scanner monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iCar | OBD2 Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.6 (933 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews — better | 24.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 933 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 76 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TRACEEZ TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD. | Phong Pham |
Customer experience
iCar
OBD2 Scanner
Bugs and requests
iCar
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
OBD2 Scanner
Reported bugs
8 issues- Bluetooth connection drops and requires reboot
- App fails to connect to OBD2 devices
- Sensors display N/A values in paid version
- Cannot select vehicle profile
- App crashes or becomes unresponsive
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- Fault code reading not functioning
- Unauthorized subscription charges after trial
- Device not recognized by application
Requested features
6 requests- Oil temperature and transmission data
- Wheel sensor information
- Pending DTC display
- Permanent check engine light clearing
- Module-specific scanning selection
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- Better privacy controls and data protection
In-app purchases
iCar
No in-app purchases
OBD2 Scanner
- Premium weeky freetrial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Premium Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
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- Premium Monthly$17.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$69.99









