Comparison

OBD2 Trouble Code vs OBD Quest

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

Head to head
About

OBD2 Trouble Code

Instantly look up your car's check engine codes on the go. Access a vast database of OBD2 codes with descriptions and potential causes for all major manufacturers. Save your search history for quick reference.

Highlights
  • OBD2 code lookup
  • Check engine code descriptions
  • Possible cause identification
  • All major manufacturers supported
  • Search history
  • Save results
Features
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OBD2 Code Guide app to look up your car check engine code on the go, powered by the web's largest database of OBD2 code library. Get the description and the possible cause of the check engine code by searching for the code for all of the major manufacturers and now with quick access to your search history and save results to for use at a later date.

About

OBD Quest

Decode and understand car diagnostic trouble codes with this comprehensive interpreter. It provides detailed insights into fault codes, potential causes, and repair recommendations, complementing your existing OBD2 scanning tools. Access a vast database of codes across multiple languages and car brands to diagnose issues with confidence.

Highlights
  • Interpretation of over 85,000 OBD2 codes
  • Multilingual support (English, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Spanish)
  • Extensive coverage across auto makes and brands
  • Detailed insights for each code search
  • Unlimited code searches
  • AI-powered code interpretation
Features
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Unlock the ultimate power of OBD2 code interpretation with OBDQuest, your comprehensive solution for decoding, understanding and diagnosing car issues. Whether you're looking up a specific DTC fault code definition, or utilizing an OBD2 car scanner, OBDQuest will be your work companion you ever needed to provide unmatched insights into each individual fault code. Don’t get confused, this simple yet innovative application exploiting the power of AI along with comprehensive OBDii SAE/ISO databases is complementing your daily scanning tools below: obd2 scanner, torque obd2, bluedriver obd2 scan tool, car scanner, car scanner elm obd2, carista, obd fusion, forscan, obdlink, obd11, obdeleven, bimmerlink, veepeak, dash command, elm obd2, carly obd2 car scanner, JScan, repair solutions 2, torque pro, bootmod3, FIXD OBD2 Scanner, autocodes, DtcFix, DTCs Fix, obd jscan, OBDocker, torque lite, ScanMaster, car scanner, Dr. Prius, Carly, HobDrive etc. If you use any of those tools already, keep on using them along with OBDQuest to get more insights of the fault code and ease your car diagnostics. Key Features: 1. Interpretation of over 85,000 OBD2 codes 2. Multilingual support in English, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, and Spanish 3. Extensive coverage across various auto makes and brands 4. Detailed insights for each code search, covering potential symptoms, likely causes, primary components affected, recommended fixes, estimated repair costs, and risk assessment. 5. Unlimited code searches, empowering you to tackle any issue with confidence. OBDQuest isn't just another OBD2 app; it's your trusted companion for navigating the complexities of car diagnostics. Don't let trouble codes hold you back; harness the power of OBDQuest and drive with confidence. EULA - End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy : https://obdquest.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

OBD2 Trouble Code4 screens
OBD Quest4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: OBD Quest at 5.0 against OBD2 Trouble Code's 3.3. OBD2 Trouble Code's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. OBD Quest sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. OBD2 Trouble Code asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OBD Quest holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBD2 Trouble Code has 306 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
OBD2 Trouble Code versus OBD Quest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOBD2 Trouble CodeOBD Quest
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (306 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings306 — better1
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better14.0.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHassan BenessafiShop Booster Ltd

Customer experience

OBD2 Trouble Code

All ratings306 ratings
Positive47.7%
Neutral24.5%
Negative27.8%
Written reviews73 reviews
Positive37.0%
Neutral13.7%
Negative49.3%

OBD Quest

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

OBD2 Trouble Code

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • App crashes or won't open without review
  • Ads prevent normal app usage
  • More info button doesn't expand for some codes
  • Incompatibility with certain vehicle models
  • Mislabeled codes (P0450-P0459)
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  • Connection issues with some OBD readers

Requested features

5 requests
  • More detailed code explanations
  • Offline functionality
  • Better navigation for new users
  • Support for codes without letter prefixes
  • Expanded information sections for specific codes

OBD Quest

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

OBD2 Trouble Code

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

OBD Quest

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro Plan$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro Plan$99.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Plan for 3 days only$0.99

Questions

Is OBD2 Trouble Code free?
OBD2 Trouble Code is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OBD Quest free?
OBD Quest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, OBD2 Trouble Code or OBD Quest?
OBD Quest is rated higher. OBD2 Trouble Code averages 3.3 out of 5 from 306 ratings, while OBD Quest averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do OBD2 Trouble Code or OBD Quest have ads?
OBD Quest shows ads; OBD2 Trouble Code does not.

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