# BimmerLink vs Podium Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Podium Timer at none against BimmerLink's 2. Podium Timer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). BimmerLink's advantage is ratings volume (9.7K vs 3) and chart position (#128 vs unranked). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Podium Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BimmerLink has 9.7K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | BimmerLink | Podium Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bimmerlink/id1065360416/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/podium-timer-debate/id6763945123/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.7K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 53.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#128** | — |
| Size | 131 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SG Software GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/441701490) | [Jiong Feng](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895566968) |

## What reviewers say

### BimmerLink

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

**Currently charting:** #128 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


### Podium Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/podium-timer-debate/id6763945123)

This app provides a customizable timer and preparation manager for various debate formats. It supports popular styles like Lincoln-Douglas, Public Forum, and World Schools, helping debaters stay on track.

**Highlights:** Supports major debate formats, Customizable timer, Preparation management, User-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BimmerLink free?

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

### Is Podium Timer free?

Podium Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BimmerLink or Podium Timer?

Podium Timer is rated higher. BimmerLink averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.7K ratings, while Podium Timer averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do BimmerLink or Podium Timer have ads?

Neither BimmerLink nor Podium Timer shows ads.

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