Comparison

BimmerCode vs xProtect

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

xProtect

This app transforms your car's existing controls into a robust security system. Create a unique code that must be entered before driving, rendering the vehicle immobile if unauthorized access is attempted. It requires a specific Wi-Fi adapter for installation.

Highlights
  • Customizable security code
  • Immobilizes vehicle without code
  • Uses existing car controls
  • Requires Wi-Fi adapter
  • No permanent modifications
  • Full app control
Features
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Protect Your BMW with a Code only you know! xProtect turns your car’s existing controls into a powerful security feature. This app lets you create a unique code that must be entered inside your vehicle before driving. Without the correct code, the car remains stationary — even if someone has copied your key or hijacked the remote signal. All you need is our xA Ultra Wi-Fi adapter (or compatible) for installing xProtect to your car. No permanent modifications are required. How It Works • Connect the App to your car via our xA Ultra Wi-Fi adapter. • Create a custom code inside the xProtect app, using your vehicle’s existing controls. • Enter the code before driving. • Wrong code or no code? The car won’t move. No additional hardware installations are required. No rewiring. Just smart protection. Why You’ll Love It • Advanced theft protection even against the latest tamper technology • Only requires our xA Ultra Wi-Fi adapter — no vehicle installation • Uses existing vehicle controls • Customizable code — change it anytime • Discreet and effective — invisible and impossible to remove for the bad guys • Full control through the app Smart Security, made simple Modern car theft requires modern anti theft solutions. Add an extra level of protection that only you control — directly from your phone. No code. No drive. Note xProtect is an additional access feature and does not replace or modify factory-installed vehicle security or safety systems. Supported functions may vary depending on vehicle model and configuration.

Screenshots

BimmerCode4 screens
xProtect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: xProtect at 100% against BimmerCode's 59%. xProtect also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). BimmerCode's advantage is ratings volume (21K vs 6) and chart position (#89 vs unranked). 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. xProtect asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

xProtect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BimmerCode has 21K ratings behind it against 6, 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 100% of xProtect's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, xProtect weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
BimmerCode versus xProtect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBimmerCodexProtect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (21K ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews58.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings21K — better6
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#89 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB267 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSG Software GmbH & Co. KGxAutomotive GmbH

Customer experience

BimmerCode

All ratings20,795 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews1,217 reviews
Positive58.7%
Neutral7.2%
Negative34.1%

xProtect

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

xProtect

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

xProtect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BimmerCode free?
BimmerCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is xProtect free?
xProtect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BimmerCode or xProtect?
xProtect is rated higher. BimmerCode averages 4.7 out of 5 from 21K ratings, while xProtect averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do BimmerCode or xProtect have ads?
Neither BimmerCode nor xProtect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BimmerCode or xProtect?
BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, and xProtect weekly. Most recently, BimmerCode was updated on October 14, 2026 and xProtect on October 7, 2026.

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