Comparison

BimmerCode vs Z

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

Head to head
About

BimmerCode

Unlock hidden features and customize your BMW, MINI, or Toyota Supra. This app allows you to individually configure your vehicle for a personalized driving experience. Requires a compatible OBD adapter.

Highlights
  • Code BMW, MINI, Toyota Supra
  • Discover hidden features
  • Individual vehicle configuration
  • Personalize driving experience
  • Supports a wide range of models
  • Requires OBD adapter
Features
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With BimmerCode, you can effortlessly code your BMW, MINI, or Toyota Supra yourself and configure it individually for the ultimate driving experience. Discover hidden features and customize your vehicle according to your personal preferences. SUPPORTED CARS - 1 Series (2004 – 2024) - 2 Series, 2 Series Coupe, M2 (2013+) - 2 Series Gran Coupe (2020 – 2024) - 2 Series Active Tourer (2014+) - 2 Series Gran Tourer (2015 – 2022) - 3 Series, M3 (2005+) - 4 Series, M4 (2013+) - 5 Series, M5 (2003+) - 6 Series, M6 (2003+) - 7 Series (2008+) - 8 Series (2018+) - X1 (2009+) - X2 (2018+) - X3, X3 M (2010 – 2024) - X4, X4 M (2014+) - X5, X5 M (2006+) - X6, X6 M (2008+) - X7 (2019+) - Z4 (2009+) - i3 (2013+) - i4 (2021+) - i8 (2013+) - iX1 (2022+) - iX2 (2024+) - iX3 (2021+) - iX (2021+) - MINI (2006+) - Toyota Supra (2019+) You can find a detailed list of the supported cars and options on https://bimmercode.app/cars/. REQUIRED ACCESSORIES One of the supported OBD adapters is required to use BimmerCode. For more information, please visit https://bimmercode.app/adapters/.

About

Z

This app is a simplified geographic information system optimized for smartphones. It allows users to display field information graphically, add location data to field notes and photos, and navigate to target fields using GPS. It supports GIS-Excel file import/export and file exchange via a cloud service.

Highlights
  • Graphical display of field information
  • Attach location data to field notes and photos
  • GPS navigation to target fields
  • GIS-Excel file read/write support
  • File exchange via Z-GIS cloud
  • Create landmark maps and property guides
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Z-GIS.iiは、iPad用GISであるZGIS.iを、画面が小さいiPhone用に最適化した地理情報システムです。Z-GIS.iiは、農業の現場での使用を目的としたSimpleなGISです。 特徴 ■ 現地圃場の各種情報をグラフィカルに表示して、簡単に状況確認ができます。 ■ 現地で取得した圃場情報や写真に位置情報を付加して、即時にオフィスのPCへ送信することができます。 ■ GPS機能を使った目標圃場へのナビゲーションも可能です。 ○ 対応ファイル 位置情報を書き込んだGIS-Excelファイルの読み書きができます。GIS-Excelファイルには、iPadの内蔵カメラで撮影した写真画像も保存できます。 ○ ファイル授受 Z-GISクラウドを介して、外部とファイル情報を交換します。 ○ 地点地図 地図画面上でMark機能を使うことで、簡単にランドマーク地図、顧客巡回地図、不動産案内図等を作ることができます。 ○ 写真 撮影した写真は、撮影時点で選択されているポリゴンやピン・マーカーと紐づけられて保存されます。

Screenshots

BimmerCode4 screens
Z4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BimmerCode at 59% against Z's 0%. BimmerCode also leads on chart position (#87 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Z's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). 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. BimmerCode sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Z asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, Z monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
BimmerCode versus Z: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBimmerCodeZ
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (22K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews58.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings22K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#87 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSG Software GmbH & Co. KG一般社団法人 農協協会

Customer experience

BimmerCode

All ratings20,795 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews1,223 reviews
Positive58.5%
Neutral7.3%
Negative34.2%

Z

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

BimmerCode

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Coding can deactivate important safety features
  • App crashes during coding process
  • Coding changes not always reversible

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to backup and restore settings to cloud
  • More detailed instructions and documentation
  • Support for older BMW models
  • Translate expert mode to English
  • Add more coding options for newer BMW models

Z

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

BimmerCode

One-time2
  • BimmerCode Full Version Motorcycle$19.99
  • BimmerCode Full Version$49.99
None

Z

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BimmerCode free?
BimmerCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Z free?
Z is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BimmerCode or Z have ads?
Neither BimmerCode nor Z shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BimmerCode or Z?
BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, and Z monthly. Most recently, BimmerCode was updated on November 7, 2026 and Z on November 2, 2026.

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