FluvalSmart vs OBDeleven VAG
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FluvalSmart
Control Fluval Bluetooth LED aquarium lights with your iOS device. Adjust colors, create custom lighting schedules, and simulate dynamic effects like cloud cover and storms. Compatible with various Fluval LED models.
- BLE 4.0 control
- Manual, Auto, Pro modes
- Independent color channel control
- Preset lighting configurations
- Dynamic lighting effects
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This app uses BLE 4.0 to control Fluval Bluetooth LEDs. Requires iOS 9.0 and above. Requires Bluetooth version BLE 4.0 and above. For use with the following devices: - Fluval Aquasky Bluetooth LED - Fluval Plant Spectrum Bluetooth LED - Fluval Plant Nano Bluetooth LED - Fluval Marine Spectrum Bluetooth LED - Fluval Marine Nano Bluetooth LED Features: - Manual / Auto / Pro mode - Independent color channel control and customization - Multiple preset lighting configurations - Dynamic effects (cloud cover, storm, etc.) - Aquasky only
OBDeleven VAG
Transform your smartphone into a powerful car diagnostic tool. Easily scan, diagnose, and customize your vehicle's settings. Access advanced features like coding and live data to save time and money on car maintenance.
- Advanced diagnostics
- Coding and adaptations
- Output tests
- Live data monitoring
- One-Click Apps for customization
- Basic OBD2 diagnostics
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OBDeleven VAG is now part of the main OBDeleven app. We’ve moved most features, updates, and new functionality to the OBDeleven app – so you can manage all supported brands in one place. If you're new here, we recommend downloading the OBDeleven app instead. WHY SWITCH TO OBDELEVEN APP • One app for all supported brands (Volkswagen, BMW, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz Groups, Ford US models) • Faster performance and more stable connection • Regular updates with new features and improvements • Built with the latest security and vehicle access standards • Same diagnostics, coding, and One-Click Apps experience USE THIS APP IF: • You have a Volkswagen Group vehicle with K-line support (typically older models, around 2008 or earlier) • You have a Lifetime VAG PRO plan • You have an OBDeleven 1 (FirstGen) device For all other use cases, download the OBDeleven app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: OBDeleven VAG at 4.5 against FluvalSmart's 2.5. OBDeleven VAG also leads on ratings volume (7K vs 540) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). FluvalSmart's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, 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. OBDeleven VAG sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. FluvalSmart asks for nothing beyond the download.
OBDeleven VAG holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBDeleven VAG has 7K ratings behind it against 540, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 27% and 27% positive.
FluvalSmart ships an update every 2 months, OBDeleven VAG every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FluvalSmart | OBDeleven VAG |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (540 ratings) | 4.5 (7K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 27.1% of reviews — better | 26.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 540 | 7K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 232 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rolf C Hagen Inc. | OBDeleven UAB |
Customer experience
FluvalSmart
OBDeleven VAG
User reviews
FluvalSmart
From 540 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- ⭐ Great light
- 🌟 Customizable lighting
- 💡 Helpful app features
- 👍 Easy to use
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy app
- 🤯 Confusing UI
- 🕰️ Difficult to set precise times
- 🔌 Unreliable Bluetooth connection
OBDeleven VAG
From 7K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Excellent diagnostic tool
- 👍 Easy to use app
- 💡 Useful one-click apps
- 🚀 Fast scanning and coding
- 👍 Saved money on dealership visits
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable connection
- 💰 Expensive credits for basic features
- 🔒 Poor customer support
- 💰 Nickel-and-diming business model
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices
Bugs and requests
FluvalSmart
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes during firmware updates
- Saved settings get reset unexpectedly
- Bluetooth connection issues after power cycles
Requested features
4 requests- Add ability to turn lights off completely at night
- Allow more customization of sunrise/sunset colors
- Implement weekly scheduling options
- Improve app stability and responsiveness
OBDeleven VAG
Reported bugs
5 issues- App crashes and freezes frequently
- Fails to connect to vehicle modules
- Coding changes not working as expected
- Losing purchased credits without explanation
- Incompatible with newer vehicle models
Requested features
5 requests- Add long coding and adaptation functionality
- Improve user interface and translations
- Provide more free credits or a one-time purchase option
- Improve compatibility with a wider range of vehicles
- Add data logging and live data monitoring features
In-app purchases
FluvalSmart
No in-app purchases
OBDeleven VAG
- 10 Credits (-30%)$2.09
- Credits x10$3.99
- 100 Credits (-30%)$16.49
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- Credits x100$29.99
- 1000 Shadowing Credits$34.99
- Pro subscription (-30%)$45.49
- 500 Credits (-30%)$69.99
- Pro subscription$69.99
- Credits x500$90.99
- Ultimate subscription (-30%)$125.99
- 5000 Shadowing Credits$139.99
- Ultimate subscription$239.99
- 10000 Shadowing Credits$269.99
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