BimmerCode vs Carbridge app
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/.
Carbridge app
This app provides a focused in-app browser for multitasking. Enjoy videos and audio with Picture-in-Picture and background playback, even when the app is closed or the screen is locked.
- In-app browser
- Picture-in-Picture video
- Background audio playback
- Web search functionality
- Dark, focused UI
- No account required
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Carbridge is a dark, focused in-app browser for watching and listening while you multitask. Connect to your favorite video homepage, play content, float it with Picture-in-Picture, and keep audio playing when you leave the app or lock your device. WHY CARBRIDGE • Built-in browser with search, Back, Forward, Reload, Home, and PiP • Picture-in-Picture so video stays with you while you message or browse • Background audio for podcasts, music, and long-form listening • Address bar: enter a website or search the web instantly • Quiet dark UI designed for focus • No account required — open and play HOW TO USE 1) Open Carbridge and follow the short onboarding (Connect → PiP → Audio → Search) 2) Unlock Carbridge Pro (or Restore Purchases) to enter Home 3) Browse your start page in the built-in browser 4) Play a video, then tap PiP to float the player (exit fullscreen first if needed) 5) Switch apps or lock the screen — audio can continue in the background 6) Use Home anytime to return to your start page; use search for the web FEATURES In-app browser • Picture-in-Picture • Background audio • Web search from the address bar • Navigation controls (Back / Forward / Reload / Home / PiP) • Offline-network alerts when disconnected • Dark focused UI • Simple Pro unlock • Restore Purchases • Privacy & Terms links in-app PICTURE-IN-PICTURE & BACKGROUND AUDIO Carbridge uses system media playback with Picture-in-Picture support and an audio background mode. Playback continuity depends on iOS version, device settings, and the media page you are viewing. IMPORTANT • Internet connection required • Carbridge does not download, rip, or permanently save streaming videos to your photo library • Carbridge is an independent browser experience and is not affiliated with any third-party video platform • Only app preferences and purchase entitlement flags are stored on device CARBRIDGE PRO (IN-APP PURCHASE) Carbridge Pro unlocks the full browser Home experience. Without an active subscription or Lifetime purchase, new users complete onboarding and see the upgrade screen. Pro includes: • Full in-app browser Home • Picture-in-Picture workflow • Background audio workflow • Search, navigation, and multitasking tools • Restore Purchases support OPEN THE UPGRADE SCREEN • First launch: Onboarding → Get Started → Carbridge Pro • From Home: tap the settings (gear) button • Restore: footer on the upgrade screen → Restore Plans: Weekly, Monthly, Yearly (auto-renewing), Lifetime (one-time). SUBSCRIPTIONS Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period in Apple ID settings. Renewal is charged within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions. Privacy: https://sites.google.com/view/carbridge-privacy Terms: https://sites.google.com/view/carbridge-terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: BimmerCode at 21K against Carbridge app's 15. BimmerCode also leads on chart position (#76 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Carbridge app's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 and Carbridge app sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for BimmerCode against 4.7 for Carbridge app. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BimmerCode has 21K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two.
BimmerCode ships an update every 2 months, Carbridge app every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 3, 2026.
| Parameter | BimmerCode | Carbridge app |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (21K ratings) | 4.7 (15 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 58.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 21K — better | 15 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #76 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | SG Software GmbH & Co. KG | MICAD SOFTWARE COMPANY LIMITED |
Customer experience
BimmerCode
Carbridge app
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
Carbridge app
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
BimmerCode
- BimmerCode Full Version Motorcycle$19.99
- BimmerCode Full Version$49.99
Carbridge app
- Weekly$4.997 Days
- Monthly$8.991 Month
- Yearly$12.991 Year
- Lifetime$14.99









