MaxiAP vs Torque Tools
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MaxiAP
Access comprehensive OBDII functions for free, including oil resets, EPB, and SAS. Automatically identify vehicles with VIN technology and generate shareable repair reports. Expand functionality with optional in-app purchases.
- All OBDII functions free
- One free vehicle software
- Up to 19 specific functions
- Auto VIN technology
- Generate repair reports
- In-app purchase for expanded coverage
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1. All OBDII functions are available and free 2. One free vehicle’s software with the initial purchase 3. Support up to 19 specific functions, including Oil Reset, EPB, BMS, SAS, DPF, TPMS, IMMO, etc. 4. Expand coverage with additional in-app purchase 5. Auto VIN technology identifies vehicles automatically 6. Generate repair reports of tested vehicles and support PDF format for easy sharing and printing 7. Keep records of vehicles tested previously
Torque Tools
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Digital torque tools transfer data through Bluetooth and immediately shown on your App. Moreover, they save the data record automatically in the App, this can reduce artificial mistaken data. Main function ● Record torque value ● Data chart ● Output records
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Torque Tools at none against MaxiAP's 10. MaxiAP's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. MaxiAP sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Torque Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.
MaxiAP ships an update every 6 weeks, Torque Tools every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MaxiAP | Torque Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.2 (167 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 16.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 167 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 102 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Autel Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. | SHI SHING |
Bugs and requests
MaxiAP
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes after firmware updates
- Service functions not working as expected
- Login and account issues
- Diagnostic system initialization freezes
Requested features
4 requests- Update vehicle coverage more frequently
- Improve app stability and reduce crashes
- Provide offline mode for diagnostics
- Dedicated iPad app with better UI
Torque Tools
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
MaxiAP
- Dodge for one year$21.99
- JEEP for one year$21.99
- Honda for one year$21.99
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- GM for one year$21.99
- Nissan for one year$21.99
- VW for one year$21.99
- Ford for one year$21.99
- Bmw for one year$21.99
- Toyota for one year$21.99
- Benz for one year$21.99
Torque Tools
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is MaxiAP free?
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