Comparison

BimmerLink vs TYPE S Drive

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

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About

BimmerLink

This app provides direct access to your BMW or MINI vehicle's systems. Read and clear trouble codes from all control units, monitor real-time sensor values, and control features like exhaust flaps and active sound design. It also supports battery registration, DPF regeneration, and service resets.

Highlights
  • Read and clear trouble codes from all control units
  • Display real-time sensor values
  • Remote control of exhaust flap
  • Mute Active Sound Design
  • DPF regeneration
  • Battery registration
  • Service reset
Features
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BimmerLink is the direct link to your BMW, MINI, or Toyota Supra. Read and clear trouble codes, monitor live sensor data, and perform maintenance functions from your phone. A supported OBD adapter or cable is required. Feature availability depends on your vehicle and its equipment. READ AND CLEAR TROUBLE CODES Read and clear diagnostic trouble codes from all control units in your car. LIVE SENSOR DATA Monitor values such as oil temperature and boost pressure in real time. Create a personalized dashboard to keep the readings that matter to you in view. DATA LOGGING Record sensor values in CSV log files for detailed analysis. CONTROL UNIT FUNCTIONS Access live data and diagnostic functions for individual control units in your car. EXHAUST FLAP CONTROL Choose whether your car's exhaust flap is open or closed. Requires a factory-installed exhaust flap. ACTIVE SOUND DESIGN Mute the artificial engine sound generated by Active Sound Design (ASD). Requires factory-installed ASD. SOUND TUNING Disable exhaust burble on cars equipped with the S55 engine (M2 Competition, M3, and M4). DPF REGENERATION Check the condition of your diesel particulate filter and request a regeneration when needed. Available on supported diesel vehicles equipped with a DPF. CARPLAY ADD-ON Use CarPlay to view live sensor data from your car's engine control units and control the exhaust flap and Active Sound Design, all from your car's display. Additional in-app purchase required. BATTERY REGISTRATION Register a new battery after replacement directly from the app. PARKING BRAKE SERVICE MODE Activate service mode for your car's electromechanical parking brake. SERVICE RESET Reset service indicators after completing maintenance, such as an engine oil change or brake pad replacement. RESET SHORT-CIRCUIT LOCKS Reset short-circuit locks in the lighting control unit. TRANSMISSION ADAPTATION VALUES View adaptation values for your car's ZF 8HP automatic transmission. REQUIRED ACCESSORIES BimmerLink requires a supported Bluetooth or Wi-Fi OBD adapter or cable. Visit bimmerlink.app for supported accessories and vehicle information. SUPPORTED VEHICLES Feature availability varies by model and equipment. - 1 Series, 1 Series M Coupé (2004+) - 2 Series, 2 Series Coupé, M2 (2013+) - 2 Series Gran Coupé (2020+) - 2 Series Active Tourer (2014+) - 2 Series Gran Tourer (2015+) - 3 Series, M3 (2005+) - 4 Series, M4 (2013+) - 5 Series, M5 (2003+) - 6 Series, M6 (2003+) - 7 Series (2008+) - 8 Series, M8 (2018+) - X1 (2009+) - X2 (2018+) - X3, X3 M (2010+) - X4, X4 M (2014+) - X5, X5 M (2006+) - X6, X6 M (2008+) - X7 (2019+) - XM (2022+) - Z4 (2009+) - i3 (2013+) - i4 (2021+) - i5 (2023+) - i7 (2022+) - i8 (2013+) - iX (2021+) - iX1 (2022+) - iX2 (2024+) - iX3 (2021+) - MINI (2006+) - Toyota Supra (2019+)

About

TYPE S Drive

Enhance your driving with WiFi-enabled backup cameras, dash cams, and parking sensors. These easy-to-install devices offer features like 360° recording, live streaming, and automatic accident detection, providing greater confidence on the road for daily commuters and road-trippers.

Highlights
  • 360° HD Recording
  • Live Streaming
  • VR Mode Viewing
  • Park & Record Surveillance
  • G-Sensor Accident Detection
  • Solar Powered Options
  • App Controlled Sharing
Features
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Drive with confidence. TYPE S backup cameras, dash cams, and parking sensors will enhance your driving experience. These do-it-yourself-installation WiFi products give daily commuters, rideshare operators, and road-trippers the confidence they need to enjoy the road ahead of them. Drive safer today with TYPE S. Products powered by TYPE S Drive: • Drive 360 Dash Cam (BT57143) • Drive 360 Dash Cam with Live Streaming (BT530211) • 4K Dash Cam (BT530024) • Wireless Backup Camera (BT57799) • App View Backup Camera (BT56484) • App View and Solar Powered Parking Sensor (BT56485) Drive 360 Dash Cam (BT57143) • 360° HD Recording - Record the road and vehicle cabin simultaneously • VR Mode - Control the viewing experience and zoom for close-up looks with your phone • Share Your Ride – Post adventures (or mishaps) on social media through the DRIVE 360 App • Park & Record - 24-Hr vehicle surveillance for peace of mind • G-Sensor Technology - Automatically locks video during an accident or break-in event. Drive 360 Dash Cam with Live Streaming (BT530211) • 360° HD Recording - Record the road and vehicle cabin simultaneously • Live stream to Facebook and YouTube • VR Mode - Control the viewing experience and zoom for close-up looks with your phone • Share Your Ride – Post adventures (or mishaps) on social media through the DRIVE 360 App • Park & Record - 24-Hr vehicle surveillance for peace of mind • G-Sensor Technology - Automatically locks video during an accident or break-in event. 4K Dash Cam (BT530024) • App Controlled – Post adventures (or mishaps) on social media thru the app • 139° Wide Angle View - Expansive coverage to record enter road • Wide Dynamic Range – Clear recordings day or night • G-Sensor Technology – Auto saves video during an impact incident • GPS – Speed recording & map integration • Loop Recording – Continuous recording if SD card is full Wireless Backup Camera (BT57799) • Digital Signal – Ensure a secure link with no interference • Solar Rechargeable – Integrated solar panels recharge the camera battery • 120° Wide Angle Camera – Drive safer with an expansive rear view • Weatherproof IP67 Rated – All season weatherproof design • Wire-free Installation - Charge, pair, install & drive. App View Backup Camera (BT56484) • 110° wide angle camera with night vision • Easy Installation • Parking assistant lines App View and Solar Powered Parking Sensor (BT56485) • App view backup sensor with audio alert • Solar powered • Easy Installation

Screenshots

BimmerLink4 screens
TYPE S Drive4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BimmerLink at 4.7 against TYPE S Drive's 1.7. BimmerLink also leads on review sentiment (54% vs 13%) and ratings volume (9.1K vs 352). TYPE S Drive's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model 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. BimmerLink sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. TYPE S Drive asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BimmerLink holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BimmerLink has 9.1K ratings behind it against 352, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of BimmerLink's written reviews are positive against 13% of TYPE S Drive's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BimmerLink ships an update every 4 weeks, TYPE S Drive monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
BimmerLink versus TYPE S Drive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBimmerLinkTYPE S Drive
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (9.1K ratings) — better1.7 (352 ratings)
Positive reviews53.6% of reviews — better12.7% of reviews
Number of ratings9.1K — better352
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#115 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size131 MB297 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSG Software GmbH & Co. KGWinplus North America Inc.

Customer experience

BimmerLink

All ratings9,131 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral2.1%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews549 reviews
Positive53.6%
Neutral10.6%
Negative35.9%

TYPE S Drive

All ratings352 ratings
Positive12.5%
Neutral5.4%
Negative82.1%
Written reviews166 reviews
Positive12.7%
Neutral6.0%
Negative81.3%

Bugs and requests

BimmerLink

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unable to connect to OBD adapter
  • Fails to clear error codes
  • Battery registration not working
  • Sensor values not updating properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for more BMW models
  • Improve exhaust flap control functionality
  • Add option to change units (Celsius/Fahrenheit, MPH/KPH)
  • Improve CarPlay integration
  • Add more customization options for dashboard

TYPE S Drive

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

BimmerLink

One-time2
  • CarPlay Add-On$9.99
  • BimmerLink full version$39.99
None

TYPE S Drive

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BimmerLink free?
BimmerLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TYPE S Drive free?
TYPE S Drive is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BimmerLink or TYPE S Drive?
BimmerLink is rated higher. BimmerLink averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.1K ratings, while TYPE S Drive averages 1.7 from 352 ratings.
Do BimmerLink or TYPE S Drive have ads?
Neither BimmerLink nor TYPE S Drive shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BimmerLink or TYPE S Drive?
BimmerLink ships an update every 4 weeks, and TYPE S Drive monthly. Most recently, BimmerLink was updated on October 17, 2026 and TYPE S Drive on October 15, 2026.

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