LTE Swap vs bmTuned
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LTE Swap
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*** Requires a corTalk® RBT1 or RMU123PGM and RMU2 or RMU3 to use. *** Contact us at 'sales.lteswap@mobiltex.com' to purchase. LTE Swap facilitates the upgrade process from 2G or 3G cellular technology Mobiltex RMU2 and RMU3 units to corresponding pre-purchased LTE units. It helps transfer all settings and configuration data which allows for a quick and simple swap process. If needed, it will also update the firmware of the unit it is connecting to before completing the swap process to ensure that the most up to date software is being used. The RMU2 process consists of: 1. Plug in old RMU2 antenna and base to the programmer (RBT1 or RMU123PGM) 2. Run the app, login to your corView account and press "Start" 3. Select your programmer from the list of available devices 4. Wait for the app to read in all the settings and update the programmer and RMU2 (if required) 5. Unplug the old antenna plug in the new antenna 6. The app will then communicate with the corView servers to complete the swap process 7. The user can then send a confirmation email of the swap process for their archives The RMU3 process consists of: 1. Plug in old RMU3 antenna and base to the programmer (RBT1 or RMU123PGM) 2. Run the app, login to your corView account and press "Start" 3. Select your programmer from the list of available devices 4. Wait for the app to read in all the settings and update the programmer 5. Unplug the old antenna plug in the new antenna 6. Wait for the app to update the RMU3 and write in the settings of the old unit 7. The app will then communicate with the corView servers to complete the swap process 8. The user can then send a confirmation email of the swap process for their archives The RBT1 and RMU123PGM requires a Bluetooth pairing code entered on the app. The pairing code (default=123456) can be entered and changed with the app. Once paired, the app can reconnect without needing to re-enter the code. The RBT1 pairing code can be reset by tapping the RBT1 5 times in 10 seconds with a user-supplied magnet.
bmTuned
This platform allows BMW owners to customize their vehicles' engine control units (ECUs) and automatic transmissions (TCUs). It also enables seamless conversion between AWD and RWD modes for supported xDrive models.
- ECU tuning for N54, N55, N13 engines
- Flash off-the-shelf maps
- Adjust automatic transmission settings
- Customize AWD xDrive vehicles
- Convert between AWD and RWD modes
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bmTuned is a multi-platform flash tuning solution for your BMW. Utilizing the bmTuned Tuning Platform, you are able to customize your supported vehicle in a number of ways. (ECU) N54, N55 (E & F-Series), N13 support. Flash off the shelf (OTS) maps. More options/settings coming soon. (TCU) You may adjust the automatic transmission (ZF 6HP/8HP) through the use of quick customizable settings - modifying both offline and on the website. As well as the ability to find and use pre-customized maps that may be supported for your specific software version. (AWD) bmTuned allows you to customize your AWD xDrive BMW & seamlessly convert between AWD and RWD operation with the press of a button on your phone or tablet in about 25 seconds or faster depending on the age (series) of vehicle, where supported.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: LTE Swap at 12.0 against bmTuned's 15.6. On price, update cadence, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LTE Swap ships an update every 6 months, bmTuned every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on May 16, 2026 and July 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LTE Swap | bmTuned |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MOBILTEX DATA LTD | OddsMedia, LLC |
In-app purchases
LTE Swap
No in-app purchases
bmTuned
No in-app purchases









