Comparison

BimmerCode vs TuneBoss ECU

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

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.

Highlights
  • Requires TuneBoss ECU unit
  • For advanced users
  • Support for authorized tuning centers
  • Use at own risk disclaimer
Features
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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)

Screenshots

BimmerCode4 screens
TuneBoss ECU4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. BimmerCode sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. TuneBoss ECU asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, TuneBoss ECU every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
BimmerCode versus TuneBoss ECU: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBimmerCodeTuneBoss ECU
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (21K ratings) — better3.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews58.9% of reviews — better40.6% of reviews
Number of ratings21K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#97 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSG Software GmbH & Co. KGFSR Technology

Customer experience

BimmerCode

All ratings20,795 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews1,209 reviews
Positive58.9%
Neutral7.3%
Negative33.8%

TuneBoss ECU

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive40.6%
Neutral21.9%
Negative37.5%

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

2 purchases

BimmerCode

One-time2
  • BimmerCode Full Version Motorcycle$19.99
  • BimmerCode Full Version$49.99
None

TuneBoss ECU

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BimmerCode free?
BimmerCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TuneBoss ECU free?
TuneBoss ECU is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BimmerCode or TuneBoss ECU?
BimmerCode is rated higher. BimmerCode averages 4.7 out of 5 from 21K ratings, while TuneBoss ECU averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.
Do BimmerCode or TuneBoss ECU have ads?
Neither BimmerCode nor TuneBoss ECU shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BimmerCode or TuneBoss ECU?
BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, and TuneBoss ECU every 2 weeks. Most recently, BimmerCode was updated on September 26, 2026 and TuneBoss ECU on September 26, 2026.

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