BimmerCode vs TuneBoss ECU
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/.
TuneBoss ECU
This application is for advanced users and requires a specific TuneBoss ECU unit (sold separately). It is designed for use with authorized tuning centers and comes with a disclaimer for use at your own risk.
- Requires TuneBoss ECU unit
- For advanced users
- Support for authorized tuning centers
- Use at own risk disclaimer
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IMPORTANT: FOR ADVANCED USERS ONLY. USE AT OWN RISK. Support provided for TuneBoss Authorized Tuning Centers Only. This application requires a 2022 manufactured (and above) TuneBoss ECU unit (sold separately)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: BimmerCode at 4.7 against TuneBoss ECU's 3.5. BimmerCode also leads on ratings volume (21K vs 2) and review sentiment (59% vs 41%). TuneBoss ECU's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). 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. TuneBoss ECU asks for nothing beyond the download.
BimmerCode holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BimmerCode has 21K ratings behind it against 2, 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 41% of TuneBoss ECU's.
BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, TuneBoss ECU every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.
| Parameter | BimmerCode | TuneBoss ECU |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (21K ratings) — better | 3.5 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 58.9% of reviews — better | 40.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 21K — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #97 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SG Software GmbH & Co. KG | FSR Technology |
Customer experience
BimmerCode
TuneBoss ECU
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
TuneBoss ECU
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
BimmerCode
- BimmerCode Full Version Motorcycle$19.99
- BimmerCode Full Version$49.99
TuneBoss ECU
No in-app purchases
Questions
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