Comparison

MaxiAP vs Nudge Assistant

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

Nudge Assistant

Features
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Simplify your household life and stay in sync. Nudge Assistant helps families, housemates and caregivers coordinate daily tasks, track important events and reduce stress - all while keeping everyone connected. Features you'll love: - Household Dashboard: See upcoming tasks, shared reminders and household activity at a glance. - Shared Tasks and Reminders: Assign chores, grocery runs or care responsibilities with specific members. - Care Logs and Notes: Keep track of meals, medications, visits or household care tasks. - Household Inventory and Documents: Manage shared items, files and important information. - Optional Modules: Track pet schedules, bin schedules and household outgoings. - Custom Experience: Tailor your dashboard and notifications for a household workflow that works for you. Designed for households of all kinds - from families to house shares - Nudge Assistant helps you stay organised, reduce daily stress and make sure nothing slips through the cracks. Download today and start coordinating your household smarter, not harder. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://mahogany-cycle-e63.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-2eb711528b438025a21ad4e9044f26af

Screenshots

MaxiAP4 screens
Nudge Assistant4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Nudge Assistant at every 5 days against MaxiAP's every 6 weeks. MaxiAP's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). 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. MaxiAP sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Nudge Assistant sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MaxiAP ships an update every 6 weeks, Nudge Assistant every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
MaxiAP versus Nudge Assistant: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMaxiAPNudge Assistant
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (162 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews16.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings162 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size100 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAutel Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.Hallam Ward-smith

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

Nudge Assistant

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

MaxiAP

One-time13
  • Hyundai for one year$21.99
  • Dodge for one year$21.99
  • JEEP for one year$21.99
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  • Honda for one year$21.99
  • GM for one year$21.99
  • Nissan for one year$21.99
  • VW for one year$21.99
  • Audi 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
  • Kia for one year$21.99
2 purchases

Nudge Assistant

Subscriptions2
  • Nudge Personal Assistant1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • Nudge Family Assistant1 Month trial$9.991 Month

Questions

Is MaxiAP free?
MaxiAP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nudge Assistant free?
Nudge Assistant is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MaxiAP or Nudge Assistant have ads?
Neither MaxiAP nor Nudge Assistant shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MaxiAP or Nudge Assistant?
MaxiAP ships an update every 6 weeks, and Nudge Assistant every 5 days. Most recently, MaxiAP was updated on September 24, 2026 and Nudge Assistant on September 18, 2026.

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