Comparison

Dr.OBD vs Troodon OBD

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

Head to head
About

Dr.OBD

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Dr.OBD is a mobile phone app that do analysis on vehicle diagnostic fault code. It can automatically retrieve the fault codes diagnosed by OBD device via Bluetooth 4.0. Also, it will send notification alert at mobile phone side and auto query each fault code corresponding to the fault description, expert failure analysis and solutions. Meanwhile, it can provide share and print function.

About

Troodon OBD

Features
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Unlock the full potential of your vehicle with Troodon OBD. Features include*: • ECU identification • Reading and clearing DTCs from ECU memory • Vehicle parameters monitoring • Visual data representation (graph mode) • Data logging for any number of parameters • Actuator testing procedures • Additional features • ECU configuration/adaptation • Sensor calibration • DPF regeneration • Component replacement functions and configurations • Service and oil change interval reset • Various other procedures specific for each vehicle This app is compatible with following devices: • Troodon OBD Basic • Troodon OBD Pro Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or a seasoned mechanic, Troodon OBD simplifies complex tasks, making advanced diagnostics easy and accessible. * Feature compatibility depends on the specific vehicle and the range of software installed on your diagnostic device.

Screenshots

Dr.OBD3 screens
Troodon OBD3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Troodon OBD at every 3 weeks against Dr.OBD's every 2 months. Dr.OBD's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dr.OBD ships an update every 2 months, Troodon OBD every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Dr.OBD versus Troodon OBD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDr.OBDTroodon OBD
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Leagend Optoelectronics Co., Ltd.DevCom spol. s r.o.

In-app purchases

None

Dr.OBD

No in-app purchases

None

Troodon OBD

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dr.OBD free?
Dr.OBD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Troodon OBD free?
Troodon OBD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dr.OBD or Troodon OBD have ads?
Neither Dr.OBD nor Troodon OBD shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dr.OBD or Troodon OBD?
Dr.OBD ships an update every 2 months, and Troodon OBD every 3 weeks. Most recently, Dr.OBD was updated on September 22, 2026 and Troodon OBD on September 13, 2026.

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