BimmerCode vs xHP Flashtool
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/.
xHP Flashtool
This app offers a complete tuning solution for ZF automatic and DCT transmissions. It allows users to customize their transmission's behavior, from smooth and comfortable to race-ready performance, directly from their Apple devices. Unlock the full potential of your vehicle's transmission.
- ZF transmission tuning
- Customizable shift behavior
- OTS map selection
- DCT transmission support
- iOS/iPadOS/Mac M1 compatibility
- Multiple adapter options
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xHP Flashtool is the worldwide first and complete Tuning solution for your ZF6HP, ZF8HP Automatic or 7-Speed DCT transmission. xHP is the only tool that focuses fully on getting the best from your Auto-Transmission and is the worldwide leading solution for the best vehicles from Bavaria! xHP put's the power to fully customize your automatic transmission at your hands. Connect your Apple iPhone, IPad or Mac M1 to your car and customize by yourself or choose from pre-defined OTS maps. The ZF Autos are used throughout the whole range, from the 1-Series hatchbacks, to the mighty Alpina and M cars! While the hardware stays widely the same throughout all applications and is mainly divided in only 2 types (6HP19/21 and 6HP26/28 for 6-Speed, 8HP45/50/51 and 8HP70/75/76 for 8-Speed), the software inside the controller makes it possible to adapt the transmission, to every vehicle and mimic a wide range of driver styles. Smooth and comfy in the Luxury applications, the same transmission can be tweaked to deliver snap-on take-off behavior, surprisingly fast shift times and even race-style throttle blips on downshifts. Tweaking your transmission is not only about getting quicker, or holding more power. An automatic transmission is deeply involved into vehicle dynamics and contributes very much to the overall driving experience. From crawling in traffic, over city driving, to taking your vehicle to the drag strip or a race track, the TCU widely defines how your car feels. Like everyone drives different with a manual, the maps inside the TCU hide the secrets to tweak your automatic transmission to your personal likings and finally experience what was once promised in the glossy brochure: Sheer driving pleasure! For a seamless start, please read the manual on needed hardware and prerequisites: https://www.xhpflashtool.com To connect to your car, you have many options: xHP Wifi Adapter (blue), Wifi Thor Adapter, MHD Wifi Adapter (black and orange) or a standard OBD INPA USB or ENET cable! Please check our Connect-Diagram on our website to get further information and sources! https://www.xhpflashtool.com/connect_diagram/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: xHP Flashtool at 94% against BimmerCode's 59%. xHP Flashtool also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). BimmerCode's advantage is chart position (#110 vs unranked) and ratings volume (21K vs 2.7K). On price, 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
Both are free to download. BimmerCode sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. xHP Flashtool asks for nothing beyond the download.
xHP Flashtool holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BimmerCode has 21K ratings behind it against 2.7K, 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 94% of xHP Flashtool's.
BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, xHP Flashtool weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BimmerCode | xHP Flashtool |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (21K ratings) | 4.9 (2.7K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 58.9% of reviews | 94.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 21K — better | 2.7K |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #110 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 275 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SG Software GmbH & Co. KG | xAutomotive GmbH |
Customer experience
BimmerCode
xHP Flashtool
User reviews
BimmerCode
From 21K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Excellent customization options
- 💡 Useful for coding BMW features
- 🚀 Works as advertised
- 👍 Intuitive interface
Room to improve
- 🔒 Requires paid version to unlock full functionality
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with some BMW models
- 🐛 Occasional connection problems
- 🐛 Coding can cause unintended issues
- 🐛 Expert mode is in German, not English
xHP Flashtool
From 2.7K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Improved performance and responsiveness
- 👍 Easy to use and customize
- 🔧 Excellent customer support
- 💥 Significant driving experience enhancement
- 🏎️ Faster and more responsive shifts
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional connection issues
- 🔍 Compatibility concerns with newer vehicles
- 💰 Perceived high cost of license
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
xHP Flashtool
Reported bugs
2 issues- App crashes during reflash process
- Inability to sign out of account with wrong email
Requested features
3 requests- Expand compatibility to more vehicle models
- Offer more affordable licensing options
- Implement demo/trial mode for potential users
In-app purchases
BimmerCode
- BimmerCode Full Version Motorcycle$19.99
- BimmerCode Full Version$49.99
xHP Flashtool
No in-app purchases







