# CKC Remote vs OBD2 Car Scanner

The clearest difference is rating: OBD2 Car Scanner at 3.8 against CKC Remote's 3.0. OBD2 Car Scanner also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 2). CKC Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OBD2 Car Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. CKC Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

OBD2 Car Scanner holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBD2 Car Scanner has 1.5K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

CKC Remote ships an update every 11 months, OBD2 Car Scanner every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CKC Remote | OBD2 Car Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ckc-remote/id1180644979/reviews) | **[3.8 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obd2-car-scanner-torque-fixd/id6479870894/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 3.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 39 MB | 76 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Car Kit Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1180644978) | [Digital Car Key LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1693551925) |

## 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


### OBD2 Car Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obd2-car-scanner-torque-fixd/id6479870894)

Diagnose your car's engine and transmission with real-time data, customizable dashboards, and emissions readiness checks. This app connects to your vehicle's OBD2 system via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for comprehensive maintenance and performance insights.

**Highlights:** Comprehensive diagnostics, Customizable dashboard, Real-time monitoring, Emissions readiness check, ECU self-monitoring test, HUD mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Premium | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Doesn't work as expected
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🛑 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🤖 Intrusive ads
- 🔌 Connectivity issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Unable to register device
- Inaccurate diagnostic readings

**Requested features**

- Free trial option
- Compatibility with more vehicle models


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CKC Remote free?

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

### Is OBD2 Car Scanner free?

OBD2 Car Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CKC Remote or OBD2 Car Scanner?

OBD2 Car Scanner is rated higher. CKC Remote averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while OBD2 Car Scanner averages 3.8 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do CKC Remote or OBD2 Car Scanner have ads?

OBD2 Car Scanner shows ads; CKC Remote does not.

### Which is updated more often, CKC Remote or OBD2 Car Scanner?

CKC Remote ships an update every 11 months, and OBD2 Car Scanner every 5 weeks. Most recently, CKC Remote was updated on October 7, 2026 and OBD2 Car Scanner on October 25, 2026.

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