Comparison

BimmerCode vs MobileKey

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

MobileKey

Manage door statuses, grant remote access, and send digital keys to friends. Receive messages from event management and view access lists. Secure actions with Touch ID.

Highlights
  • Door status overview
  • Remote door openings
  • Send digital keys (Key4Friends)
  • View access lists
  • Receive event management messages
  • Touch ID security
Features
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MobileKey app to manage DM status, access lists, remote openings, Key4Friends and reception of messages from event management. - Overview of door statuses (if DM cylinder used) - Remote openings - Sending of Key4Friends authorisations - Reading and display of access list - Reception of push messages from event management. - Use of touch ID for security-related actions (disable remote opening, Key4Friends, push messages) The locking plan is fully managed on the MobileKey web application only, which you will find at www.my-mobilekey-com. Extra information: - The app requires valid log-in data for a MobileKey locking system. You need to have a MobileKey account to be able to use the account. You can register free of charge at www.my-mobilekey-com. - Your mobile device needs to have a stable Internet connection to operate the app, such as wireless LAN or 3/4G. - Many functions are only available with the online add-on (SmartBridge). Security takes top priority: Your data is stored on an audited SimonsVoss server in Munich. You do not need to worry about data security and backups. We will do it for you and to a high standard. Instructions: - Create a free MobileKey account for your use. - Obtain all MobileKey components, such as keys and locks. - Set up the MobileKey components in the web application. You will find the precise procedure in the MobileKey manual. - Programme the components. - Test the components. - Fit the components. You will find more help in the enclosed manuals.

Screenshots

BimmerCode4 screens
MobileKey4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BimmerCode at 4.7 against MobileKey's 1.0. BimmerCode also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 32%) and ratings volume (21K vs 1). MobileKey'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. MobileKey asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BimmerCode holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BimmerCode has 21K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of BimmerCode's written reviews are positive against 32% of MobileKey's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, MobileKey every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
BimmerCode versus MobileKey: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBimmerCodeMobileKey
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (21K ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews58.8% of reviews — better32.3% of reviews
Number of ratings21K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#108 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.3
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSG Software GmbH & Co. KGSimonsVoss Technologies GmbH

Customer experience

BimmerCode

All ratings20,795 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews1,213 reviews
Positive58.8%
Neutral7.3%
Negative34.0%

MobileKey

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive32.3%
Neutral16.1%
Negative51.6%

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

MobileKey

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

MobileKey

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BimmerCode free?
BimmerCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MobileKey free?
MobileKey is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BimmerCode or MobileKey?
BimmerCode is rated higher. BimmerCode averages 4.7 out of 5 from 21K ratings, while MobileKey averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do BimmerCode or MobileKey have ads?
Neither BimmerCode nor MobileKey shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BimmerCode or MobileKey?
BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, and MobileKey every 3 months. Most recently, BimmerCode was updated on October 1, 2026 and MobileKey on September 10, 2026.

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