Comparison

RaceChip+ vs TuningHost

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

Head to head
About

RaceChip+

Control chip tuning and throttle tuning for your car with this app. Fine-tune settings to match your car's specifics and driving style, with easy access to Eco, Sport, and Race modes. Experience enhanced performance with RaceChip tuning chips.

Highlights
  • Chip tuning control
  • Throttle tuning control
  • Customizable driving modes (Eco, Sport, Race)
  • Real-time software updates
  • Product support
Features
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Control chip tuning and throttle tuning with one app and fine tune the respective settings to perfectly match your car's specifics and your personal driving style. Map these settings to three easy to the access driving modes Eco, Sport and Race. Download the free RaceChip app now and experience your car on a whole new level with our RaceChip tuning chips RS, GTS or GTS Black and throttle tuning RaceChip XLR. RaceChip products are available for numerous cars in our online shop (see www.racechip.com). The RaceChip app not only allows for a new driving experience but also sets the standard in product support. Updates for your car's tuning configuration and the tuning chip's software will be available instantaneously through the app. Get your RaceChip now and experience real power. RaceChip - Performance tuning made in Germany

About

TuningHost

Features
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Attention! ECU Reflashing Required! Up to 32 firmware modes – for complete freedom to customize performance. Use several modes at once – combine them for maximum flexibility. Modes are saved in the ECU – your settings stay even if the ignition is off and reload automatically. Secure access – each ECU has its own code, which can be entered quickly via QR scan. Multiple cars? No problem. The app automatically picks the right code for the connected vehicle. Brute force protection – keeps your security code safe from hacking attempts. Advanced access levels – unlock extra features with a separate code, without reflashing the ECU. Anti-theft mode – blocks unauthorized reprogramming via the OBD port. Safety first – some modes (like ANTI-THEFT or E85) can only be enabled when the car is stopped (0 km/h, 0 RPM). Dual ECU support – keeps both ECUs perfectly in sync. Trouble code handling – read and clear error codes in seconds. Fast connection – instantly reconnects to your paired ELM327 device. Live mode display – shows the current active mode as soon as you connect. Voltage check – warns you if battery voltage drops below 10V. Two languages – English and German included. Day & Night UI – automatic theme switch for better visibility. Adjustable Burble & Pops & Bangs on the fly: Injection Ignition timing Duration Minimum RPM Maximum vehicle speed Catalytic converter protection switch Torque compensation switch Random activation switch Preset manager

Screenshots

RaceChip+4 screens
TuningHost4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TuningHost at fortnightly against RaceChip+'s every 2 months. RaceChip+'s advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RaceChip+ ships an update every 2 months, TuningHost fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
RaceChip+ versus TuningHost: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRaceChip+TuningHost
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (81 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews38.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings81 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size100 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRaceChipTuning Host SL GmbH

In-app purchases

None

RaceChip+

No in-app purchases

None

TuningHost

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RaceChip+ free?
RaceChip+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TuningHost free?
TuningHost is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RaceChip+ or TuningHost have ads?
Neither RaceChip+ nor TuningHost shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RaceChip+ or TuningHost?
RaceChip+ ships an update every 2 months, and TuningHost fortnightly. Most recently, RaceChip+ was updated on October 21, 2026 and TuningHost on October 9, 2026.

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