Comparison

iCar vs OBD2 Scanner

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Real-time GPS tracking
  • Vehicle history data (up to 7 days)
  • Multi-vehicle management
  • Geo-fencing alerts
  • Push notifications for alerts
  • Vehicle status monitoring
Features
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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

About

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.

Highlights
  • Real-time engine data monitoring
  • Read and clear trouble codes
  • Performance tracking
  • Customizable dashboards
  • Repair manual database
  • Compatibility with OBD2 ELM327 adapters
Features
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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/

Screenshots

iCar4 screens
OBD2 Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCar ships an update every 2 months, OBD2 Scanner monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
iCar versus OBD2 Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCarOBD2 Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (933 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews — better24.6% of reviews
Number of ratings—933 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB76 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTRACEEZ TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD.Phong Pham

Customer experience

iCar

Written reviews20 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative70.0%

OBD2 Scanner

All ratings933 ratings
Positive88.6%
Neutral4.0%
Negative7.4%
Written reviews61 reviews
Positive24.6%
Neutral3.3%
Negative72.1%

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

None

iCar

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

OBD2 Scanner

Subscriptions5
  • 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
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$69.99

Questions

Is iCar free?
iCar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OBD2 Scanner free?
OBD2 Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iCar or OBD2 Scanner have ads?
OBD2 Scanner shows ads; iCar does not.
Which is updated more often, iCar or OBD2 Scanner?
iCar ships an update every 2 months, and OBD2 Scanner monthly. Most recently, iCar was updated on June 1, 2026 and OBD2 Scanner on September 25, 2026.

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