Comparison

BimmerCode vs PERFORMANCE CONNECT

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

PERFORMANCE CONNECT

Features
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Do you want to get more out of your vehicle than the standard factory performance? With the Performance Connect App, you can control modern vehicle technologies directly from your smartphone, from chiptuning and pedal tuning to active sound. The app is designed to make your driving experience more personal, dynamic, and convenient. CHIPTUNING - MORE POWER FOR YOUR ENGINE With chiptuning, you gain more control over your vehicle's performance. Three carefully calibrated driving modes, Eco, Sport, and Race, provide more power, increased torque, and an optimized driving feel. No direct modification to the engine control unit Up to 30% more power Protect+ engine protection included Engine warranty included PEDAL TUNING - MORE DIRECT RESPONSE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Performance can only truly be felt when your vehicle responds directly to your input. With pedal tuning, you can adjust your vehicle's response to match your personal driving style. Driving modes via app: Valet, Kids, Eco, Sport, Race, Race+, Track, and Lock Noticeably improved acceleration More precise response Individually adjustable from your smartphone Lock mode as additional theft protection ACTIVE SOUND - VEHICLE SOUND YOU CAN FEEL With active sound, you can give your vehicle a more intense sound experience. Use the app to choose from different sound profiles and customize your vehicle's sound individually. Real vehicle sounds recorded on a high-end acoustic test bench Wide selection of different sound files Personalized sound experience controlled directly via the app MADE IN GERMANY Our products stand for driving enjoyment, quality, and safety. With German development quality and a strong focus on reliability, the Performance Connect App offers a modern way to experience your vehicle in a more personal, dynamic, and emotional way. Performance Connect App - More control. More driving feel. More experience.

Screenshots

BimmerCode4 screens
PERFORMANCE CONNECT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PERFORMANCE CONNECT at none against BimmerCode's 2. BimmerCode's advantage is chart position (#98 vs unranked). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. PERFORMANCE CONNECT asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
BimmerCode versus PERFORMANCE CONNECT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBimmerCodePERFORMANCE CONNECT
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (21K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews58.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings21K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#98 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB145 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSG Software GmbH & Co. KGTradingPlace UG

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

PERFORMANCE CONNECT

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

PERFORMANCE CONNECT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BimmerCode free?
BimmerCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PERFORMANCE CONNECT free?
PERFORMANCE CONNECT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BimmerCode or PERFORMANCE CONNECT have ads?
Neither BimmerCode nor PERFORMANCE CONNECT shows ads.

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