Comparison

Engine Link LE vs TORQUE OBD2 LITE

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

Head to head
About

Engine Link LE

Transform your iPhone into a vehicle diagnostics tool. Monitor real-time performance, read and clear fault codes, and customize gauges to display the data you need. Requires a LELink adapter for OBD2 connection.

Highlights
  • Real-time vehicle data display
  • Read and clear OBD fault codes
  • Customizable gauges and dashboard
  • MPG widget and fuel efficiency tracking
  • Heads-up display (HUD) mode
  • Horsepower, torque, and acceleration metrics
  • Support for various OBD-II/EOBD vehicles
Features
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EngineLink LE will turn your iPhone/iPod into vehicle / car performance / diagnostics tool and scanner that uses a LELink (low Energy Bluetooth) adapter to connect to your OBD2 engine management / ECU. BENEFITS: * Emission Test. * See what your car is doing in real-time. * Read and clear OBD fault codes. * Display car performance and sensor data. * Customizable gauges, showing only the data you were interested in * NO in-app purchase and NO subscription fees! __________________ FEATURES: + Show and reset a DTC / CEL / fault code (current, pending and history) like a scan tool + Graph data + MPG widget to plot real time fuel efficiency + Heads up display / HUD mode for night time driving (mirror the display on your vehicle's windshield) + Can read Transmission Temperatures (vehicle dependent) + Horsepower/HP & Torque / acceleration + Boost / vacuum gauge + Engine speed / Engine RPM / Engine Load /Coolant / Fuel Tank + Customizable dashboard + Full configurable GUI with user choice of dial gauge, bar gauge, plot gauge, digital gauge, and on-off gauge as display elements + Full custom PID support. + Formula support. + Preloaded GM and Ford PID libraries + Preloaded standard PID library and Prius PID libraries . + User can add more libraries within the app or by using iTunes File Sharing + Multiple ECU support. Non-CAN, 11-bit CAN, and 29-bit CAN ECU bus types + Multiframe data support + Background color option + Email user log function (access by long pressing custom PID screen) + Multiple PID formula support + 0 to 60mph timer and quarter mile timer __________________ EngineLink supports all OBD-II and EOBD compliant vehicles sold worldwide. If in doubt check with your manufacturer first or look for 'OBD2' on written on a big white label in your engine bay. The app needs LELink or LELink2 (Bluetooth Low Energy) to work. The following iOS devices supports Bluetooth Low Energy BLE 4.0 and will work with LELink: iPhone 4s or later iPad (3rd generation) or later iPad mini or later iPod touch (5th generation) or later. You can check Developer WebSite for Adapter Guide: http://www.outdoor-apps.com/enginelink.html Drop us an email for any suggestions/questions you may have at support@ksolution.org. We will answer.

About

TORQUE OBD2 LITE

Monitor your car's health and performance in real-time. This app connects to your vehicle via Bluetooth and an OBD2 adapter to read data, clear trouble codes, and visualize performance metrics. Improve efficiency and avoid costly repairs with detailed diagnostics.

Highlights
  • Read car data
  • Clear trouble codes
  • Real-time visualizations
  • Car diagnostics
  • Monitor sensors
  • Fuel consumption tracking
Features
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Take control of your car’s health and performance with TORQUE OBD2 LITE - Car Check App. This easy-to-use app connects to your vehicle via Bluetooth and an OBD2 device or ELM 327 OBD2 adapter, allowing you to perform real-time diagnostics, monitor performance, and even clear trouble codes. Perfect for anyone who wants to stay on top of their car’s condition and improve efficiency! Key Features: • Read Car Data: Access important data from your car’s engine, transmission, and more, directly from your phone. • Clear Trouble Codes: Easily clear trouble codes and turn off the check engine light, saving you time and money. • Real-Time Visualizations: View your car’s performance metrics in easy-to-understand graphs and gauges. • Car Diagnostics: Get detailed diagnostics on your vehicle’s systems, so you can take proactive steps to avoid costly repairs. • Monitor Sensors: Access all supported sensors and check your car’s performance live to keep track of its health. • Fuel Consumption & Mileage Tracking: Monitor your car’s fuel efficiency, track your mileage, and use the data to improve your driving habits and save on fuel costs. Whether you're a car enthusiast or simply want to ensure your vehicle is running smoothly, TORQUE OBD2 LITE gives you the tools you need for smarter driving. More Subscription Information: • Monthly plan and weekly plan are available. • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, the account will be charged for the renewal of the subscription, indicating the cost of the renewal. • You can manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal after purchase by going to your App Store account settings. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. For more details, please review our Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/obd2-lite/privacy-policy and Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/obd2-lite/term-of-use Have questions or suggestions? Feel free to contact us at https://sites.google.com/view/obd2-lite We'd love to hear from you!

Screenshots

Engine Link LE4 screens
TORQUE OBD2 LITE3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Engine Link LE at 3.2 against TORQUE OBD2 LITE's 1.8. Engine Link LE also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). TORQUE OBD2 LITE's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). On price, ratings volume, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. TORQUE OBD2 LITE sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Engine Link LE asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Engine Link LE holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 10 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Engine Link LE ships an update every 6 months, TORQUE OBD2 LITE every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Engine Link LE versus TORQUE OBD2 LITE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEngine Link LETORQUE OBD2 LITE
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (12 ratings) — better1.8 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better10
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperK SOLUTION LLCTran Van Dieu

Customer experience

Engine Link LE

All ratings12 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative41.7%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive46.2%
Neutral15.4%
Negative38.5%

TORQUE OBD2 LITE

All ratings10 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

In-app purchases

None

Engine Link LE

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

TORQUE OBD2 LITE

Subscriptions2
  • OBD2 PRO Weekly$2.997 Days
  • OBD2 PRO Monthly$4.991 Month

Questions

Is Engine Link LE free?
Engine Link LE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TORQUE OBD2 LITE free?
TORQUE OBD2 LITE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Engine Link LE or TORQUE OBD2 LITE?
Engine Link LE is rated higher. Engine Link LE averages 3.2 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while TORQUE OBD2 LITE averages 1.8 from 10 ratings.
Do Engine Link LE or TORQUE OBD2 LITE have ads?
Neither Engine Link LE nor TORQUE OBD2 LITE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Engine Link LE or TORQUE OBD2 LITE?
Engine Link LE ships an update every 6 months, and TORQUE OBD2 LITE every 2 months. Most recently, Engine Link LE was updated on September 8, 2026 and TORQUE OBD2 LITE on September 19, 2026.

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