Comparison

Shimmy Diagnoser vs AcceloVibe

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

Head to head
About

Shimmy Diagnoser

This app acts as a vibration meter for your vehicle, detecting and analyzing vibrations to identify potential issues. It provides real-time graphs and statistics to help diagnose problems with engines, tires, or propshafts, assisting both DIY enthusiasts and professionals.

Highlights
  • Vibration detection and analysis
  • Real-time vibration graphing
  • Identification of vibration sources (engine, tire, propshaft)
  • Vehicle database integration
  • Data storage and statistics
  • Built-in RPM calculations
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Shimmy Diagnoser is a powerful app that replaces a conventional Vibration (NVH) meter, for use in your vehicle. It can detect even the slightest of vibration, and not only present the frequency in a graph, but also tell what part of your vehicle that has a problem. The perfect tool for the DIYer or for the professional workshop. Just enter your car’s information, drive in a speed that is causing the vibration and read the graph telling you the intensity. Easy to use app for determining why your car shakes, shimmy or vibrates! FEATURES: - Shimmy Diagnoser will show what type of vibration you are experiencing: Engine vibrations Tire vibrations Propshaft vibrations - Live plot of the vibrations in your car, in real time! - Analyzing and statistics of problematic vibrations - No need for a expensive bluetooth module, built-in rpm calculations - Large varied database of vehicles included - The ability to easily store the data of your car in a database A link to our website, containing the Help Book, tells you what your vibration is caused by - and how you can fix it

About

AcceloVibe

This tool transforms your iPhone into a car engine vibration analyzer. Simply place your phone on the hood while the engine idles to get an easy-to-read profile of vibration patterns and track stability over time.

Highlights
  • Engine signature technology
  • Color-coded stability indicators
  • Advanced vibration graphs
  • Trend tracking for anomalies
  • Vehicle profile saving
  • Used car assessment tool
  • Shareable PDF reports
Features
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AcceloVibe™ transforms your iPhone into a powerful car engine vibration analysis tool — no tools no wires required. Just place your phone on the car hood while the engine idles for 30 seconds, and receive an easy-to-read profile of your engine’s vibration patterns. Key Features: • AcceloVibe Engine's Signature Technology - Creates unique engine signature for tracking stability over time • Color-coded Results – Instantly see green, orange, or red indicators for pattern stability • Advanced Graphs – View RPM, rotational frequencies, and harmonics for detailed analysis • Comprehensive Analysis including RPM, Firing Frequency, Rotational Frequency, and Harmonics • Trend Tracking – Monitor changes to detect potential anomalies early • Your cars. Save make, model, year, and car ID, with a photo, color, and odometer. • Used Car Assessment – Useful for checking vehicle engine vibration consistency pre-purchase • The same car again. After five scored tests, a new reading is compared with that car's usual idle. • A report you can share. A PDF of the reading, the graphs, and where this test sits against earlier ones. • A user's manual in the Guide screen. How It Works: AcceloVibe captures micro-vibrations from your engine using your phone's built-in accelerometer. Our algorithm converts this data into visual frequency graphs and pattern indicators. How to use: 1. Park away from traffic, on a flat surface, with the parking brake on. Start the engine and leave it at idle. 2. Save the car in the Car screen: make, model, year, car ID, engine type, and cylinder count. 3. On the Test screen, choose the length. The usual length is 30 seconds. You can also choose 10, 20, or 60 seconds. 4. Step out of the car. 5. Tap Start Test. During the three-second countdown, place the phone on the center of the hood. Use a non-slip case. 6. Leave the phone still until the timer ends, then review the reading. Share the PDF from the saved test if you want a copy. Perfect for: • Car owners wanting to monitor engine performance • Used car buyers seeking quick evaluation tools • Anyone interested in preventive maintenance Safety Notice: • Do not use while driving • Vehicle must be parked on flat surface with parking brake engaged • Stay outside the car during testing • Keep the engine at idle only • Phone must be in protective case/cover with non-slip surface Intended Use: AcceloVibe is designed as an analysis and monitoring tool that provides data and insights about engine unique vibration patterns. This app is intended to assist users and professionals by providing additional data points for evaluation purposes. AcceloVibe does not interface with or access any vehicle systems. Limitations: AcceloVibe does not access vehicle systems. It offers supplementary information based on engine vibration data, not a definitive diagnostic. Always consult a professional mechanic for conclusive assessments. No Warranty: AcceloVibe is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. Results are based on accelerometer data analysis and should not be considered definitive assessments of engine condition. Vehicle Information: The car make and model database is provided solely for user reference and identification purposes of their own vehicles. Trademark Notice: AcceloVibe™ and Your Engine's Pulse™ are trademarks of Eyal Vardi. By downloading and using this app, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these terms and limitations.

Screenshots

Shimmy Diagnoser4 screens
AcceloVibe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AcceloVibe at Free against Shimmy Diagnoser's $17.99. AcceloVibe also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.5) and review sentiment (100% vs 63%). Shimmy Diagnoser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On ads 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

AcceloVibe is free to download; Shimmy Diagnoser costs $17.99 up front. AcceloVibe sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Shimmy Diagnoser asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AcceloVibe holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shimmy Diagnoser has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Shimmy Diagnoser's written reviews are positive against 100% of AcceloVibe's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shimmy Diagnoser ships an update every 2 months, AcceloVibe every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 1 level
Shimmy Diagnoser versus AcceloVibe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShimmy DiagnoserAcceloVibe
Price$17.99Free — better
Rating3.5 (8 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDOAO Consulting ABEyal Vardi

Customer experience

Shimmy Diagnoser

All ratings8 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative37.5%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative37.5%

AcceloVibe

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Shimmy Diagnoser

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

AcceloVibe

One-time1
  • AcceloVibe$6.99

Questions

Is Shimmy Diagnoser free?
Shimmy Diagnoser costs $17.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AcceloVibe free?
AcceloVibe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Shimmy Diagnoser or AcceloVibe?
AcceloVibe is rated higher. Shimmy Diagnoser averages 3.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while AcceloVibe averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Shimmy Diagnoser or AcceloVibe have ads?
Neither Shimmy Diagnoser nor AcceloVibe shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shimmy Diagnoser or AcceloVibe?
Shimmy Diagnoser ships an update every 2 months, and AcceloVibe every 4 months. Most recently, Shimmy Diagnoser was updated on October 24, 2026 and AcceloVibe on October 22, 2026.

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