Comparison

BimmerLink vs VroomCar

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

VroomCar

Features
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VroomCar - Your personal vehicle cost management app! Have you ever wondered how much it really costs you to maintain your car? Fuel, repairs, car wash - it all adds up. But now, thanks to VroomCar, you can have full control over your expenses! VroomCar is an innovative mobile app that helps you track and manage all costs associated with your vehicle. Enter your expenses for fuel, repairs, and car wash, and VroomCar will automatically calculate and present you with a full picture of your expenses. Download VroomCar today and start managing your vehicle costs in a smart and efficient way! License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.privacypolicies.com/live/1ef8eba2-44e0-4e0f-ad3e-5166e1cbc2f9

Screenshots

BimmerLink4 screens
VroomCar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: BimmerLink at none against VroomCar's shown. BimmerLink also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 9 months) and chart position (#105 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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 and VroomCar sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BimmerLink ships an update every 4 weeks, VroomCar every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
BimmerLink versus VroomCar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBimmerLinkVroomCar
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (9.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings9.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#105 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size131 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSG Software GmbH & Co. KGArkadiusz Ilkow

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

VroomCar

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
4 purchases

VroomCar

Subscriptions4
  • PREMIUM MONTH$0.991 Month
  • PREMIUM MONTH$1.991 Month
  • PREMIUM YEAR$9.991 Year
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  • PREMIUM YEAR$14.991 Year

Questions

Is BimmerLink free?
BimmerLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VroomCar free?
VroomCar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BimmerLink or VroomCar have ads?
VroomCar shows ads; BimmerLink does not.
Which is updated more often, BimmerLink or VroomCar?
BimmerLink ships an update every 4 weeks, and VroomCar every 9 months. Most recently, BimmerLink was updated on October 21, 2026 and VroomCar on October 15, 2026.

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