sPOD Bantam vs Flashcal+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
sPOD Bantam
Control and program your sPOD Bantam and other sPOD BLE devices wirelessly. Customize switch functions like linking, flashing, strobing, and dimming. Personalize switch colors and icons for a tailored experience.
- Program sPOD BantamX & SourceLT
- Configure switch linking, flash, strobe, momentary, dimming
- Customize switch colors and icons
- Wireless control via iPhone/iPad
- Support for multiple sPOD BLE products
- Switch between multiple sources
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This App is compatible with our sPOD Bantam and other sPOD BLE products, see below: Used to: - Program and control our sPOD BantamX & SourceLT - Program switch linking, flash, strobe, momentary and dimming functions - Program switch colors and icons - Multiple Source select by swiping left or right - Wireless control of the BantamX SourceLT with an iPhone, iPad, iPad Mini Additional support for the following sPOD BLE products through a single unified App: - Bantam - SE Bluetooth Module - HD Switch - Bluetooth Enabled Touchscreen - RCPM
Flashcal+
This utility calibrates your Jeep Wrangler's speedometer after tire or gear changes. It offers TPMS adjustment and is designed for JK, JL, and JT models.
- Speedometer calibration
- Tire size adjustment
- Gear ratio adjustment
- TPMS on/off
- Supports JK, JL, JT models
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Jeep® Wrangler and Ford Bronco® are among the most highly modified vehicles on the road today. Whether you're upgrading tires, changing wheels, or personalizing vehicle settings, proper calibration is essential for accurate vehicle data and overall drivability. Flashcal+ makes it easy with tire size calibration, speedometer correction, TPMS adjustments, and a wide range of vehicle customization options. Built for enthusiasts who want more control over their vehicle, Flashcal+ helps you personalize your driving experience both on and off the road. Compatible with Jeep® Wrangler JK and JL, Jeep® Gladiator JT, and Ford Bronco® models, Flashcal+ delivers the features you need in one simple, easy-to-use tool. To review the privacy policy visit https://superchips.com/flashcal-privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: Flashcal+ at free against sPOD Bantam's free with in-app purchases. Flashcal+ also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 26%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). sPOD Bantam's advantage is rating (2.6 vs 2.3) and ratings volume (61 vs 6). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. sPOD Bantam sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Flashcal+ sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
sPOD Bantam holds the better App Store score, 2.6 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: sPOD Bantam has 61 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 26% of sPOD Bantam's written reviews are positive against 50% of Flashcal+'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
sPOD Bantam ships an update every 3 months, Flashcal+ every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | sPOD Bantam | Flashcal+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.6 (61 ratings) — better | 2.3 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 26.4% of reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 61 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 251 MB | 124 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | sPOD | Holley Performance Products |
Customer experience
sPOD Bantam
Flashcal+
Bugs and requests
sPOD Bantam
Reported bugs
15 issues- Bluetooth connection takes multiple attempts
- App disconnects randomly
- Cannot update Bantam X
- Pairing box disappears too quickly
- Bluetooth connection range is very limited
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- Firmware update bricks Bantam X
- New app does not support old HD panel
- Pro version not available for download
- App prompts for a PIN that isn't published
- Switches turn off within 30 seconds
- App hijacks phone functionality
- Random glitches and program issues
- Updating the app erases customizations
- Dimming of backlighting doesn't work on old models
- Access screen timeout function doesn't work on old models
Requested features
14 requests- Apple CarPlay compatibility
- Portrait mode support
- Separate dimmer for each button
- Preset brightness for each switch
- Apple Watch app
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- Marine model version
- Waterproof design
- Split screen on iPad Pro
- Strobe rate controls
- Text color selection
- Font customization
- More icons
- Mirror icon option
- Intermittent strobe feature
Flashcal+
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
sPOD Bantam
- Bantam Pro-Series$29.99
Flashcal+
- Pedal Booster$24.99
- Power Tuning$124.99
- Features and Options$124.99
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- PCM Cross Ship2 variants$274.99
Questions
Is sPOD Bantam free?
Is Flashcal+ free?
Which has better reviews, sPOD Bantam or Flashcal+?
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Which is updated more often, sPOD Bantam or Flashcal+?
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