Comparison

EZ Key Programming vs Autel Link

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

Head to head
About

EZ Key Programming

This app simplifies the process of programming replacement car keys using just your smartphone and a compatible OBD dongle. It guides users through the steps to program various types of vehicle keys via the OBD port, eliminating the need for bulky, traditional equipment.

Highlights
  • Program replacement auto keys
  • Connect to OBD dongle
  • Perform initial dongle setup
  • Guided key programming steps
  • Supports all auto key types
Features
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The 1st of its kind app based auto key programming system. Ditch the bulky & expensive “old school” auto programming equipment and program replacement auto keys easier with the EZ Key Programming mobile app. Armed with just your smartphone, EZ Key Programming app and OBD dongle, you’ll be able to program vehicle keys. Our simple system guides you through auto key programming via the OBD port, allowing you to program all available types of auto replacement keys. Use this app to: Connect to your EZ Key Programming OBD dongle Perform initial set-up on your EZ Key Programming OBD dongle Follow the steps within the app to program your vehicle key For more information, visit www.ezkeyprogramming.com.

About

Autel Link

Manage your automotive smart key and fitness data with this companion app. It allows for easy vehicle key programming, tracks workouts, monitors health metrics, and syncs with a compatible smartwatch.

Highlights
  • Vehicle key programming
  • Workout data tracking
  • Health monitoring (heart rate, SpO2, sleep)
  • Smartwatch app management
  • VIN purchase for expanded support
Features
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Autel Link is a management app for the OTOFIX WATCH, which is primarily used to activate vehicle key function of the watch. The OTOFIX WATCH is a programmable smart watch that integrates the functions of an automotive smart key and a smart watch. With Autel Link, you can duplicate the functions of your existing automotive smart key to control your vehicle on the OTOFIX WATCH or via the app. 1. Easy programming: adding your 3rd vehicle key easily Autel Link with VCI provides easy programming for your OTOFIX WATCH, supporting 80% of mainstream smart key-equipped models. 2. Workout records: recording your workout data In combination with the OTOFIX WATCH, Autel Link accurately records your workout data such as trajectory, distance and pace. 3. Health management: monitoring your heart rate, SpO2, sleep, etc. With OTOFIX WATCH data access, Autel Link renders your real-time health data such as heart rate, SpO2, sleep, etc. 4. Connection with OTOFIX WATCH: acting as your watch manager After pairing with the OTOFIX WATCH, Autel Link allows management of the apps on the watch such as Face Gallery, Alarm, Contacts, Weather and Vehicle Key. 5. VIN purchase: increasing the number of VINs Autel Link provides VIN purchase, allowing you to increase the number of VINs supported by your OTOFIX WATCH.

Screenshots

EZ Key Programming4 screens
Autel Link4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: EZ Key Programming at 76% against Autel Link's 0%. EZ Key Programming also leads on rating (3.8 vs 2.7) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). Autel Link's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Autel Link sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. EZ Key Programming asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EZ Key Programming holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EZ Key Programming has 32 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of EZ Key Programming's written reviews are positive against 0% of Autel Link's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EZ Key Programming ships an update every 3 months, Autel Link every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
EZ Key Programming versus Autel Link: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEZ Key ProgrammingAutel Link
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (32 ratings) — better2.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews76.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings32 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS10.010.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB151 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCar Keys ExpressAutel Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

EZ Key Programming

All ratings32 ratings
Positive68.8%
Neutral6.3%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive76.2%
Neutral4.8%
Negative19.0%

Autel Link

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative80.0%

In-app purchases

None

EZ Key Programming

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Autel Link

One-time6
  • 1VIN$13.99
  • 1VIN2 variants$14.99
  • 3VIN$36.99
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  • 3VIN2 variants$39.99
  • 5VIN$54.99
  • 5VIN3 variants$59.99

Questions

Is EZ Key Programming free?
EZ Key Programming is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Autel Link free?
Autel Link is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, EZ Key Programming or Autel Link?
EZ Key Programming is rated higher. EZ Key Programming averages 3.8 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while Autel Link averages 2.7 from 3 ratings.
Do EZ Key Programming or Autel Link have ads?
Neither EZ Key Programming nor Autel Link shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EZ Key Programming or Autel Link?
EZ Key Programming ships an update every 3 months, and Autel Link every 3 weeks. Most recently, EZ Key Programming was updated on October 8, 2026 and Autel Link on October 7, 2026.

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