# FlexProtect vs My BMW

The clearest difference is rating: My BMW at 4.8 against FlexProtect's 2.9. My BMW also leads on review sentiment (69% vs 35%) and ratings volume (501K vs 44). FlexProtect's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

My BMW holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: My BMW has 501K ratings behind it against 44, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of FlexProtect's written reviews are positive against 69% of My BMW's.

FlexProtect ships an update every 2 months, My BMW fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlexProtect | My BMW |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (44 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flexprotect/id1458135418/reviews) | **[4.8 (501K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-bmw/id1519457734/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 44 | **501K** |
| Positive reviews | 34.8% of reviews | **68.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | **#76** |
| Size | 64 MB | 521 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [FlexProtect LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458135417) | [BMW](https://appshunter.io/developer/505168748) |

## What reviewers say

### FlexProtect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flexprotect/id1458135418)

Track your assets with a discreet GPS device. Receive real-time location updates, departure alerts, and movement notifications. Stay informed about battery levels and other important status updates.

**Highlights:** Real-time GPS location tracking, Departure alerts, Movement alerts, Low battery alerts, Discrete device installation

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### My BMW

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-bmw/id1519457734)

**Currently charting:** #76 Top Free · Travel (US App Store)

Manage your BMW vehicle's status, remotely control features, plan trips, and book service appointments. Stay updated with BMW news and explore e-mobility services, all from your smartphone.

**Highlights:** Check vehicle status and location, Remote control of vehicle functions, Trip planning with navigation and charging info, E-mobility services and charging history, Book service appointments, Explore BMW news and offers, Demo mode for non-owners

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and reliable app
- 🚀 Smooth interface and aesthetic appearance
- 🚀 Convenient remote features (lock, unlock, start, etc.)
- 🚀 Helpful for monitoring vehicle status (charging, mileage, etc.)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable remote commands (e.g. remote start, charging)
- 🐛 Inconsistent and delayed vehicle status updates
- 🐛 Buggy and crash-prone app
- 🐛 Missing key features from previous app (e.g. remote 3D view, tire pressure monitoring)

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent login issues after app updates
- Inaccurate vehicle location tracking
- Inability to send destinations to vehicle navigation

**Requested features**

- Ability to control climate settings remotely
- Improved integration with Apple Maps and calendars
- Apple Watch app with more functionality
- Recurring charging schedules
- Notifications for vehicle status changes (doors, windows, etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlexProtect free?

FlexProtect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is My BMW free?

My BMW is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, FlexProtect or My BMW?

My BMW is rated higher. FlexProtect averages 2.9 out of 5 from 44 ratings, while My BMW averages 4.8 from 501K ratings.

### Do FlexProtect or My BMW have ads?

Neither FlexProtect nor My BMW shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FlexProtect or My BMW?

FlexProtect ships an update every 2 months, and My BMW fortnightly. Most recently, FlexProtect was updated on October 21, 2026 and My BMW on October 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*