# HT200 vs OBD2 Car Scanner

The clearest difference is rating: OBD2 Car Scanner at 3.8 against HT200's 1.9. OBD2 Car Scanner also leads on ratings volume (1.5K vs 303). HT200's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (15% vs 4%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HT200 sells 14 one-off in-app purchases and OBD2 Car Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

OBD2 Car Scanner holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBD2 Car Scanner has 1.5K ratings behind it against 303, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 15% of HT200's written reviews are positive against 4% of OBD2 Car Scanner's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

HT200 ships an update every 6 weeks, OBD2 Car Scanner every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | HT200 | OBD2 Car Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (303 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ht200/id1437205946/reviews) | **[3.8 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obd2-car-scanner-torque-fixd/id6479870894/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 303 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **15.4% of reviews** | 3.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 106 MB | 76 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Autel Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/770747094) | [Digital Car Key LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1693551925) |

## What reviewers say

### HT200

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ht200/id1437205946)

Access all OBDII functions for free and get one free vehicle software with your initial purchase. This app supports up to 19 specific functions like Oil Reset and EPB, with options to expand coverage via in-app purchases. It also features auto VIN identification and generates shareable repair reports.

**Highlights:** All OBDII functions free, One free vehicle software, Supports 19 specific functions, In-app purchase for expanded coverage, Auto VIN identification, Generate repair reports, Record of tested vehicles

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hyundai for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| JEEP for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| Dodge for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| Chrysler for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| Honda for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| GM for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| Nissan for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| VW for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| Ford for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| Bmw for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| Toyota for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| Audi for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| Kia for one year | $21.99 | one-time |
| Benz for one year | $21.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Good device
- ⭐ Works perfectly
- ⭐ Powerful tool
- ⭐ Saved me a lot of headache

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Connectivity issues
- 🚫 Rarely connects to scanner
- 🚫 Bluetooth connection problems
- 🚫 Useless, doesn't work
- 🚫 Garbage app, waste of money

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Login/registration issues
- Bluetooth sync problems
- Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Requested features**

- Update GM key fob programming
- Expand vehicle compatibility
- Improve Bluetooth connectivity
- Add native iPad/Mac support


### OBD2 Car Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obd2-car-scanner-torque-fixd/id6479870894)

Diagnose your car's engine and transmission with real-time data, customizable dashboards, and emissions readiness checks. This app connects to your vehicle's OBD2 system via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for comprehensive maintenance and performance insights.

**Highlights:** Comprehensive diagnostics, Customizable dashboard, Real-time monitoring, Emissions readiness check, ECU self-monitoring test, HUD mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Premium | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Doesn't work as expected
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🛑 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🤖 Intrusive ads
- 🔌 Connectivity issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Unable to register device
- Inaccurate diagnostic readings

**Requested features**

- Free trial option
- Compatibility with more vehicle models


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HT200 free?

HT200 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is OBD2 Car Scanner free?

OBD2 Car Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, HT200 or OBD2 Car Scanner?

OBD2 Car Scanner is rated higher. HT200 averages 1.9 out of 5 from 303 ratings, while OBD2 Car Scanner averages 3.8 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do HT200 or OBD2 Car Scanner have ads?

OBD2 Car Scanner shows ads; HT200 does not.

### Which is updated more often, HT200 or OBD2 Car Scanner?

HT200 ships an update every 6 weeks, and OBD2 Car Scanner every 5 weeks. Most recently, HT200 was updated on October 24, 2026 and OBD2 Car Scanner on October 24, 2026.

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