# CKC Remote vs OBDocker

The clearest difference is rating: OBDocker at 4.2 against CKC Remote's 3.0. OBDocker also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (17 vs 2). CKC Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 13.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OBDocker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. CKC Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

OBDocker holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBDocker has 17 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

CKC Remote ships an update every 11 months, OBDocker fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CKC Remote | OBDocker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ckc-remote/id1180644979/reviews) | **[4.2 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obdocker-obd2-car-scanner/id6466999549/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **17** |
| Positive reviews | — | 46.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 39 MB | 238 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Car Kit Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1180644978) | [Motorsure. Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1707281085) |

## What reviewers say

### CKC Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ckc-remote/id1180644979)

Control Bluetooth-enabled CKC devices directly from your phone or smartwatch. Manage functions like remote start, bypass activation, and camera switching.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Remote start functionality, Bypass activation/deactivation, Camera switching, Companion app for CKC devices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### OBDocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obdocker-obd2-car-scanner/id6466999549)

This app acts as a professional OBD2 car scanner, enabling users to diagnose, service, and customize their vehicles. It offers comprehensive diagnostic modes, real-time data monitoring, and various service functions like oil resets and battery registration.

**Highlights:** Triple-mode diagnostics (Full-Systems, Multi-Systems, Quick Scan), Triple-mode live data monitoring (Health, Engine, Dash), Full-cycle service functions (Emissions Pre-Check, Control Tests, Oil Reset, Battery Registration), One-click car setting adjustments and retrofits, Supports a wide range of car brands and models

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| OBD Pro (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| OBD Pro Max (Monthly) | $7.99 | per month |
| OBD2 Pro (6 Months) | $14.99 | per 6 months |
| OBD Pro (Annual) | $17.99 | per year |
| Mechanic Access (Quarterly) | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| OBD Pro Max (Annual) | $47.99 | per year |
| OBD Pro Max (Permanent) | $119.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CKC Remote free?

CKC Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is OBDocker free?

OBDocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CKC Remote or OBDocker?

OBDocker is rated higher. CKC Remote averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while OBDocker averages 4.2 from 17 ratings.

### Do CKC Remote or OBDocker have ads?

Neither CKC Remote nor OBDocker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CKC Remote or OBDocker?

CKC Remote ships an update every 11 months, and OBDocker fortnightly. Most recently, CKC Remote was updated on October 7, 2026 and OBDocker on October 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*