Comparison

BimmerLink vs DoTint BT

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

Head to head
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

DoTint BT

Customize your lighting experience with a wide range of colors and effects. Choose from pre-set modes or create your own dynamic light shows. Immerse yourself in music or movies with synchronized lighting.

Highlights
  • Adjustable RGB and brightness sliders
  • 22 light modes
  • 12 automatic smart flashing modes
  • Music synchronized light effects
  • Inner music player
Features
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DoTint BT can improve how you feel when using the light. Make you feel more fun during the process of use. Adjust the RGB slider and brightness slider freely to help you find your favorite color in the shortest time. DoTint BT App has 22 light modes to help you find your perfect atmosphere. 12 automatic smart flashing modes that can adjust the speed and color automatically. Make yourself immerse in the movie world. Installed with an inner music player that can let the light flash with your favorite songs.

Screenshots

BimmerLink4 screens
DoTint BT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BimmerLink at 4.7 against DoTint BT's 2.4. BimmerLink also leads on ratings volume (9.1K vs 11) and review sentiment (53% vs 40%). DoTint BT's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, 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. BimmerLink sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. DoTint BT asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BimmerLink holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BimmerLink has 9.1K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of BimmerLink's written reviews are positive against 40% of DoTint BT's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BimmerLink ships an update every 4 weeks, DoTint BT every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
BimmerLink versus DoTint BT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBimmerLinkDoTint BT
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (9.1K ratings) — better2.4 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews53.1% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9.1K — better11
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#129 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size131 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSG Software GmbH & Co. KG勇 谢

Customer experience

BimmerLink

All ratings9,088 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral2.1%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews539 reviews
Positive53.1%
Neutral10.8%
Negative36.2%

DoTint BT

All ratings11 ratings
Positive27.3%
Neutral9.1%
Negative63.6%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative53.3%

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

DoTint BT

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

DoTint BT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BimmerLink free?
BimmerLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DoTint BT free?
DoTint BT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BimmerLink or DoTint BT?
BimmerLink is rated higher. BimmerLink averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.1K ratings, while DoTint BT averages 2.4 from 11 ratings.
Do BimmerLink or DoTint BT have ads?
Neither BimmerLink nor DoTint BT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BimmerLink or DoTint BT?
BimmerLink ships an update every 4 weeks, and DoTint BT every 3 weeks. Most recently, BimmerLink was updated on September 26, 2026 and DoTint BT on September 15, 2026.

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