BimmerCode vs ECKBOND
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Code BMW, MINI, Toyota Supra
- Discover hidden features
- Individual vehicle configuration
- Personalize driving experience
- Supports a wide range of models
- Requires OBD adapter
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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/.
ECKBOND
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. BimmerCode sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. ECKBOND asks for nothing beyond the download.
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.
| Parameter | BimmerCode | ECKBOND |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (21K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 58.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 21K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #98 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SG Software GmbH & Co. KG | O 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
BimmerCode
- BimmerCode Full Version Motorcycle$19.99
- BimmerCode Full Version$49.99
ECKBOND
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is BimmerCode free?
Is ECKBOND free?
Do BimmerCode or ECKBOND have ads?
Which is updated more often, BimmerCode or ECKBOND?
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