Comparison

CKC Remote vs OBD2 Scanner

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CKC Remote

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
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Companion App for Bluetooth capable CKC Devices, enabling direct control of the device from your phone/watch. Allows you to control such functions as: Remote Start, turning bypasses on and off, switching cameras etc.

About

OBD2 Scanner

Transform your smartphone into a powerful car diagnostic tool. Monitor real-time engine data, read and clear trouble codes, and track your vehicle's performance. Customize your dashboard and access repair manuals to understand and fix issues.

Highlights
  • Real-time engine data monitoring
  • Read and clear trouble codes
  • Performance tracking
  • Customizable dashboards
  • Repair manual database
  • Compatibility with OBD2 ELM327 adapters
Features
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Turn your phone into a car scanner : Diagnose & monitor with OBD2 Torque - Car Scanner ELM 327 ! Unlock your car's full potential: - OBD2 Diagnostics: Read & clear trouble codes, view real-time engine & sensor data. - Car Maintenance: Track service history, oil changes, and maintenance schedules. - Smart Driving Tools: HUD mode on windshield, Parking Finder, and Quick Navigation. - Performance Tracking: Monitor fuel efficiency, acceleration, and live gauges. - Custom Dashboards: Build personalized views with the info you need most. - Universal Compatibility: Supports standard OBD2 ELM327 Bluetooth/Wi-Fi scanners. Using tips: - The app requires a Wi-Fi or or Bluetooth 4.0 (Bluetooth LE) OBD2 ELM327 compatible adapter (device) to work. ELM327 devices plug into the diagnostics socket in the car and give your phone access to car diagnostics. - If you buy one of the cheap OBD2 ELM327 adapters , then make sure it’s not marked as v.2.1. These adapters are supported, but they have lots of bugs. - Vehicle ECUs vary in the amount of sensors supported. This app can’t show you something that is not provided by your car. Notice - This app are free-to-install, but has some premium features that need purchase/subscribe to use. Non-subscribed users can use each Premium feature for a limited number of times per day. - Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled 24 hours before the end of the period. - Manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your account settings. - Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you subscribe. Term of use: https://appforlife.moniqtap.com/index.php/term-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://appforlife.moniqtap.com/index.php/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

CKC Remote4 screens
OBD2 Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: OBD2 Scanner at 4.6 against CKC Remote's 3.0. OBD2 Scanner also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 2). CKC Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. OBD2 Scanner sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. CKC Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OBD2 Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBD2 Scanner has 1.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CKC Remote ships an update every 11 months, OBD2 Scanner monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
CKC Remote versus OBD2 Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCKC RemoteOBD2 Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.6 (1.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—22.5% of reviews
Number of ratings21.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS9.3 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB102 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCar Kit CompanyPhong Pham

Customer experience

CKC Remote

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

OBD2 Scanner

All ratings974 ratings
Positive88.6%
Neutral4.0%
Negative7.4%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive22.5%
Neutral2.8%
Negative74.6%

Bugs and requests

CKC Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

OBD2 Scanner

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Bluetooth connection drops and requires reboot
  • App fails to connect to OBD2 devices
  • Sensors display N/A values in paid version
  • Cannot select vehicle profile
  • App crashes or becomes unresponsive
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  • Fault code reading not functioning
  • Unauthorized subscription charges after trial
  • Device not recognized by application

Requested features

6 requests
  • Oil temperature and transmission data
  • Wheel sensor information
  • Pending DTC display
  • Permanent check engine light clearing
  • Module-specific scanning selection
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  • Better privacy controls and data protection

In-app purchases

None

CKC Remote

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

OBD2 Scanner

Subscriptions5
  • Premium weeky freetrial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
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  • Premium Monthly$17.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$69.99

Questions

Is CKC Remote free?
CKC Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OBD2 Scanner free?
OBD2 Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CKC Remote or OBD2 Scanner?
OBD2 Scanner is rated higher. CKC Remote averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while OBD2 Scanner averages 4.6 from 1.1K ratings.
Do CKC Remote or OBD2 Scanner have ads?
OBD2 Scanner shows ads; CKC Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, CKC Remote or OBD2 Scanner?
CKC Remote ships an update every 11 months, and OBD2 Scanner monthly. Most recently, CKC Remote was updated on October 7, 2026 and OBD2 Scanner on October 27, 2026.

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