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Check VIN Decoder vs VIN Decoder

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

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About

Check VIN Decoder

Scan VIN barcodes with your camera to access comprehensive vehicle information. Explore detailed specs, error codes, and historical data. Includes useful articles and a personal query history with iCloud sync.

Highlights
  • Camera VIN barcode scanning
  • Full VIN information decoding
  • Useful articles and tips
  • Personal VIN query history
  • iCloud query history sync
  • Optimized for iPhone X series screens
Features
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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONALITY: ● Camera Scan VIN Barcode ● Full Information About VIN ● Useful Articles and Tips ● Personal VIN Query History ● iCloud Query History Sync ● Optimized for LED Screens of iPhone X, Xs, Xs Max, Xr ● Full Support iOS 9 - iOS 12 ● Support Tactics Engine ● Support 3D Touch for Home Screen Icon ● 50 Colorful Vehicle Stickers for iMessage ● And Another Useful Apps POSSIBLE DECODE INFO: ● Error Code ● Make ● Manufacturer Name ● Model ● Model Year ● Plant City ● Series ● Trim ● Vehicle Type ● Plant Country ● Plant Company Name ● Plant State ● Trim2 ● Series2 ● Note ● Base Price ($) ● Manufacturer Id ● Cash For Clunkers ● Body Class ● Doors ● Windows ● Wheel Base Type ● Track Width ● Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ● Bed Length (inches) ● Curb Weight (pounds) ● Wheel Base (inches) ● Wheel Base (inches) up to ● Bed Type ● Cab Type ● Trailer Type Connection ● Trailer Body Type ● Trailer Length (feet) ● Other Trailer Info ● Number of Wheels ● Wheel Size Front (inches) ● Wheel Size Rear (inches) ● Entertainment System ● Steering Location ● Number of Seats ● Number of Seat Rows ● Transmission Style ● Transmission Speeds ● Drive Type ● Axles ● Axle Configuration ● Brake System Type ● Brake System Description ● Battery Info ● Battery Type ● Number of Battery Cells per Module ● Battery Current (Amps) ● Battery Voltage (Volts) ● Battery Energy (KWh) ● EV Drive Unit ● Battery Current (Amps) up to ● Battery Voltage (Volts) up to ● Battery Energy (KWh) up to ● Number of Battery Modules per Pack ● Number of Battery Packs per Vehicle ● Charger Level ● Charger Power (KW) ● Engine Number of Cylinders ● Displacement (CC) ● Displacement (CI) ● Displacement (L) ● Engine Stroke Cycles ● Engine Model ● Engine Power (KW) ● Fuel Type - Primary ● Valve Train Design ● Engine Configuration ● Fuel Type - Secondary ● Fuel Delivery/Fuel Injection Type ● Engine Brake (hp) ● Cooling Type ● Engine Brake (hp) up to ● Electrification Level ● Other Engine Info ● Turbo ● Top Speed (MPH) ● Engine Manufacturer ● Pretensioner ● Seat Belts Type ● Other Restraint System Info ● Curtain Air Bag Locations ● Seat Cushion Air Bag Locations ● Front Air Bag Locations ● Knee Air Bag Locations ● Side Air Bag Locations ● Driver Assist ● Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ● Adaptive Headlights ● Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ● Crash Imminent Braking (CIB) ● Blind Spot Detection (BSD) ● Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ● Traction Control ● Forward Collision Warning (FCW) ● Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ● Lane Keeping Support (LKS) ● Rear Visibility System (RSV) ● Parking Assist ● TPMS ● Active Safety System Note ● Dynamic Brake Support (DBS) ● Event Data Recorder (EDR) ● Keyless Ignition ● Daytime Running Light (DRL) ● Lower Beam Headlamp Light Source ● Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching ● Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB) ● SAE Automation Level ● Bus Length (feet) ● Bus Floor Configuration Type ● Bus Type ● Other Bus Info ● Custom Motorcycle Type ● Motorcycle Suspension Type ● Motorcycle Chassis Type ● Other Motorcycle Info ● SAE Automation Level up to USEFUL ARTICLES & TIPS: ● 10 important questions to ask when you call a new car dealership ● 12 important questions to ask when you call a used car dealership ● 7 smart tips for buying a used car ● 4 tips to save for a car ● An eco-friendly approach to buying a car ● 5 car-buying tricks for the savvy consumer ● Consider these 5 things when buying a vehicle ● How to get the best car financing possible ● Do new cars really depreciate that fast? ● 4 best money tips for saving up to buy a new car ● 6 things to help you buy a car that will suit your lifestyle ● 4 reasons colour matters when buying a new car ● Is it worth paying more for a car with a smart key system? ● 3 ways a vehicle with a diesel engine can save you money ● 9 essential tips for buying an extended car warranty

About

VIN Decoder

Features
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VIN Decoder: VIN Scanner helps you scan a VIN and unlock factory specs in seconds. THREE WAYS TO CAPTURE A VIN - Point the camera at printed or stamped VIN text — on the windshield, door jamb, dashboard, or documents. Clear handwriting works too. - Flip on Barcode mode for the bare Code 39 stripes and Data Matrix squares on door-jamb stickers. - Type the 17 characters by hand when a VIN plate is dirty, scratched, or out of reach. Every VIN is validated on your device before anything is sent anywhere: a bad scan is caught instantly, with a clear reason why. WHAT'S IN YOUR REPORT - Factory specifications for the decoded vehicle: make, model, model year, trim, body type, engine, cylinders, fuel type, drive type, transmission, plant and manufacturer details, doors, and more — sourced from Official NHTSA data. - Possible official NHTSA recalls for this decoded make/model/year. Recall campaigns match the decoded make, model, and model year — this is not a repair-status certificate for your exact VIN. This app does not certify title status, theft status, accident history, ownership, mileage, liens, or parts compatibility. SIMPLE, HONEST PRICING This app is paid-before-result: there is no free decoding of a VIN you scan or enter, and no surprises after. One built-in sample VIN shows the full report format as a free demo before you buy. Then choose what fits: - A single report for the one car you're serious about - A pack of 3 or 10 reports for a shopping weekend - VIN Pro, an auto-renewable subscription (monthly or yearly), for unlimited* reports while you hunt *A fair-use limit applies to VIN Pro to prevent automated abuse; normal personal use is unaffected. NO LOGIN. NO ADS. No sign-in, no password, no Sign in with Apple — your purchases and report history are tied to an anonymous on-device account. There is no advertising anywhere in the app. YOUR DATA, YOUR CONTROL Reports are cached on your device for offline viewing. From Settings you can delete saved reports or your server-side data at any time. Data source: Official NHTSA data. NHTSA is referenced only as the public source for vehicle specification and recall data — this app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or a partner of NHTSA or any vehicle-history provider. — Subscription Terms VIN Pro is offered as a monthly or yearly auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Privacy Policy: https://acty.dev/apps/vin-decoder/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://acty.dev/apps/vin-decoder/terms/

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: VIN Decoder at Free against Check VIN Decoder's $2.99. Check VIN Decoder's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 16.0). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

VIN Decoder is free to download; Check VIN Decoder costs $2.99 up front. VIN Decoder sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Check VIN Decoder asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Check VIN Decoder versus VIN Decoder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCheck VIN DecoderVIN Decoder
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating2.8 (20 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings20 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS9.3 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYerzhan TleuovPavel Krieger

In-app purchases

None

Check VIN Decoder

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

VIN Decoder

Subscriptions2
  • VIN Pro Monthly$8.991 Month
  • VIN Pro Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time3
  • 1 VIN Report$1.99
  • 3 VIN Reports$3.99
  • 10 VIN Reports$7.99

Questions

Is Check VIN Decoder free?
Check VIN Decoder costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is VIN Decoder free?
VIN Decoder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Check VIN Decoder or VIN Decoder have ads?
Neither Check VIN Decoder nor VIN Decoder shows ads.

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