TCS Inspect HD vs TopGuru
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TCS Inspect HD
This platform streamlines automotive service operations for car repair shops. Technicians can log in, conduct vehicle inspections, and submit findings digitally. Customers can then approve services and payments, with technicians receiving updated task lists.
- Digital vehicle inspections
- Service submission to server
- Customer service approval
- Technician task management
- Payment integration
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Digital inspection platform for automotive shops. This app is for car service stations to save time and effort on car services. When a car arrives at the service station the technician logs into the app and runs inspections. After completing the inspections he submits the inspection list through the app to the server.The customer decides which operations he would like to be done on the car. And after payment on the server end, the technician receives a list of services that he has to perform on the vehicle. He marks the service as complete after all the operations are performed.
TopGuru
Transform your phone or tablet into a powerful vehicle diagnostic tool via Bluetooth. Access full system diagnosis, OBDII functions, bi-directional controls, and essential maintenance services for a wide range of car brands. Generate detailed diagnostic reports for efficient troubleshooting.
- Full System Diagnosis
- Full OBD2 Functions
- Bi-directional Control
- 8 Special Maintenance Functions
- AutoVIN Vehicle Identification
- Diagnostic Report Generation
- Wireless Bluetooth 5.0 Connection
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Easily link the app with your Phone or Tablet using Bluetooth, transforming your devices into a smart and high-powered diagnostic tool! Packed with essential features like complete OBDII functionality, all system diagnosis, Bi-Directional controls, AutoVIN, automatic diagnostic reports, and more, this Bluetooth OBDII scan tool is a must-have for technicians. Its versatility shines through with eight maintenance service functions and coverage for over 60 vehicle brands, making the product a portable and adaptable auto scanner. Main Features: 1. Full System Diagnosis: Covers Engine, Transmission, Airbag, ABS, ESP, TPMS, Immobilizer, Gateway, Steering, Radio, Air Conditioning, and more. 2. Full OBD2 Functions: works as an OBD2 code reader and performs all 10 modes of OBD2 testing free for life. 3. Bi-directional Control: Easily locate issues with active tests. 4. 8 Special Functions: Perform Oil Reset, Throttle Adaptation, EPB Reset, BMS Reset, and more. 5. Repair Data Library: Includes DTC Repair Guide, Technical Service Bulletin, DLC Location, Warning Light Library. 6. AutoVIN: Enables automatic vehicle identification for quick diagnosis. 7. Wireless Connection: Utilizes Bluetooth 5.0 with a range of 33 feet/10m. 8. Graphs, Values, and Dashboard-like Data Display: Ensures easy interpretation of information. 9. Generate Diagnostic Reports: Obtain detailed reports for Systems, Fault Codes, or Data Streams. 10. Pro version features 13 reset functions and IMMO capability. Terms of Use (EULA): https://plat.topdon.com/topdon-plat/out-user/baseinfo/template/getHtmlContentById?softCode=TopScan_DisplaySW_iOS&language=7&type=25
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: TopGuru at 3.5 against TCS Inspect HD's 2.5. TopGuru also leads on review sentiment (29% vs 0%) and ratings volume (412 vs 4). TCS Inspect HD's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 30). On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. TopGuru sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. TCS Inspect HD asks for nothing beyond the download.
TopGuru holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TopGuru has 412 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of TCS Inspect HD's written reviews are positive against 29% of TopGuru's.
TCS Inspect HD ships an update monthly, TopGuru every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TCS Inspect HD | TopGuru |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (4 ratings) | 3.5 (412 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 29.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 412 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #155 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 64 MB | 2.2 GB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cambi Solutions, LLC | HK TOPDON TECHNOLOGY Co., LIMITED |
Customer experience
TCS Inspect HD
TopGuru
Bugs and requests
TCS Inspect HD
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
TopGuru
Reported bugs
3 issues- Incompatibility with certain vehicle models
- Login and account issues
- Unreliable Bluetooth connectivity
Requested features
3 requests- iPad optimization and full-screen support
- Expanded vehicle coverage, especially for motorcycles
- Ability to save and export diagnostic data
In-app purchases
TCS Inspect HD
No in-app purchases
TopGuru
- Monthly Auto-renewal$9.991 Month
- Monthly Auto-renewal$19.001 Month
- Quarterly Auto-renewal$24.993 Months
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- Annual Auto-renewal$49.991 Year
- Annual Auto-renewal$99.001 Year
- Renault Gateway 1-Token$11.99
- Diag Bundle Renewal3 variants$49.99
- TopGuru Diagnostic Bundle$49.99
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- TopGuru IMMO Bundle$49.99
- Renewal Bundle4 variants$99.00
- TopScan Pro Renewal Bundle3 variants$99.00
- Harley Moto Software$99.99
- Harley Moto Software Renewal$99.99
- Moto Diag Bundle Renewal-Moto$99.99
- Moto Diag Bundle$99.99
- Moto Diag Bundle Renewal$99.99
- 22 Special Functions Bundle2 variants$129.99
- Renault Gateway 10 Tokens$129.99
- Renault Gateway 5 Tokens$147.99
- 17 Special Functions Bundle2 variants$179.00
- FCA Gateway 1-year (EU only)$229.99









