RaceChip+ vs Carfriend
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Chip tuning control
- Throttle tuning control
- Customizable driving modes (Eco, Sport, Race)
- Real-time software updates
- Product support
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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
Carfriend
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Carfriend: Your Car’s Best Companion Keep your vehicle running smoothly and extend its lifespan with Carfriend, the all-in-one automotive maintenance manager designed to take the guesswork out of car ownership. Carfriend acts as your personal digital mechanic, ensuring you never miss a vital service, fluid change, or inspection again. By centralizing your vehicle's health data and maintenance history, we help you avoid costly emergency repairs and keep your car in peak condition. Key Features * Smart Maintenance Reminders: Receive timely, automated alerts for oil changes, tire rotations, brake checks, and seasonal services based on your mileage or time intervals. * Comprehensive Service History: Maintain a chronological, easy-to-access log of every service and repair performed on your vehicle—perfect for staying organized or boosting resale value. * Customized Care Schedules: Tailor maintenance plans to your specific vehicle make, model, and driving habits. * Peace of Mind: Reduce the stress of automotive upkeep with a proactive approach that catches potential issues before they become major problems. Carfriend turns the burden of car maintenance into a seamless, worry-free experience, ensuring that your vehicle is always safe, reliable, and road-ready. Support email: contact@applabps.com Terms of use: https://applabps.com/apps/InTrack/resources/terms/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: RaceChip+ at Free against Carfriend's $12.99. RaceChip+ also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). Carfriend's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On 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
RaceChip+ is free to download; Carfriend costs $12.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
RaceChip+ ships an update every 2 months, Carfriend every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RaceChip+ | Carfriend |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $12.99 |
| Rating | 3.1 (81 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 38.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 81 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 100 MB | 122 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | RaceChip | Mohammed Alnabhani |
In-app purchases
RaceChip+
No in-app purchases
Carfriend
No in-app purchases
