Comparison

BimmerCode vs Torque Tools

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

Torque Tools

Features
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Digital torque tools transfer data through Bluetooth and immediately shown on your App. Moreover, they save the data record automatically in the App, this can reduce artificial mistaken data. Main function ● Record torque value ● Data chart ● Output records

Screenshots

BimmerCode4 screens
Torque Tools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Torque Tools at none against BimmerCode's 2. BimmerCode's advantage is chart position (#101 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). 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. Torque Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, Torque Tools every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
BimmerCode versus Torque Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBimmerCodeTorque Tools
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (21K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews58.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings21K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#101 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSG Software GmbH & Co. KGSHI SHING

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

Torque Tools

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

Torque Tools

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BimmerCode free?
BimmerCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Torque Tools free?
Torque Tools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BimmerCode or Torque Tools have ads?
Neither BimmerCode nor Torque Tools shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BimmerCode or Torque Tools?
BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, and Torque Tools every 5 weeks. Most recently, BimmerCode was updated on October 22, 2026 and Torque Tools on October 18, 2026.

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