# BimmerLink vs Japanic Trade

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BimmerLink at 54% against Japanic Trade's 0%. BimmerLink also leads on ratings volume (9.6K vs 3) and chart position (#145 vs unranked). Japanic Trade's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BimmerLink sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Japanic Trade asks for nothing beyond the download.

Japanic Trade holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BimmerLink has 9.6K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 54% of BimmerLink's written reviews are positive against 0% of Japanic Trade's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

BimmerLink ships an update every 4 weeks, Japanic Trade every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BimmerLink | Japanic Trade |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bimmerlink/id1065360416/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japanic-trade/id1670194286/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.6K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **53.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#145** | — |
| Size | 131 MB | 116 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SG Software GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/441701490) | [Japonic Trade](https://appshunter.io/developer/1670194288) |

## What reviewers say

### BimmerLink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bimmerlink/id1065360416)

**Currently charting:** #145 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CarPlay Add-On | $9.99 | one-time |
| BimmerLink full version | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Useful features
- 💡 Helpful for DIY maintenance
- 🚀 Saved money on repairs
- 🚀 Cleared error codes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Inaccurate sensor readings
- 🐛 Doesn't work as advertised
- 💰 Expensive for limited functionality
- 🐛 Resets settings after car turned off

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Japanic Trade

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japanic-trade/id1670194286)

Explore and purchase vehicles from Japan and South Korea. Browse Japanese auction listings with detailed specs and bid in real-time, or choose fixed-price cars from South Korea. AI-powered inspection reports and advanced search filters help you find your ideal vehicle.

**Highlights:** Browse Japanese car auctions, Fixed-price South Korean cars, Advanced vehicle search filters, AI-powered inspection reports, Save favorite vehicles, Direct communication with team, Real-time auction notifications

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BimmerLink free?

BimmerLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Japanic Trade free?

Japanic Trade is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BimmerLink or Japanic Trade?

Japanic Trade is rated higher. BimmerLink averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.6K ratings, while Japanic Trade averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do BimmerLink or Japanic Trade have ads?

Neither BimmerLink nor Japanic Trade shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BimmerLink or Japanic Trade?

BimmerLink ships an update every 4 weeks, and Japanic Trade every 2 weeks. Most recently, BimmerLink was updated on October 30, 2026 and Japanic Trade on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*