Comparison

BimmerCode vs ECKBOND

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

ECKBOND

Features
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The new Eckbond App provides an easy way to submit claims for issues related to your Eckbond automotive protective coating. Simply fill out the information and tell us what happened and representatives will be notified of your claim immediately.

Screenshots

BimmerCode4 screens
ECKBOND3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ECKBOND at none against BimmerCode's 2. ECKBOND also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months). BimmerCode's advantage is chart position (#98 vs unranked). On price, ads, 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. BimmerCode sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. ECKBOND asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, ECKBOND every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
BimmerCode versus ECKBOND: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBimmerCodeECKBOND
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (21K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews58.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings21K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#98 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSG Software GmbH & Co. KGO Clock Software Pvt Ltd

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

ECKBOND

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

ECKBOND

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BimmerCode free?
BimmerCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ECKBOND free?
ECKBOND is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BimmerCode or ECKBOND have ads?
Neither BimmerCode nor ECKBOND shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BimmerCode or ECKBOND?
BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, and ECKBOND every 4 weeks. Most recently, BimmerCode was updated on September 30, 2026 and ECKBOND on September 17, 2026.

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