Comparison

OBDeleven VAG vs Haldex.Flash

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

Head to head
About

OBDeleven VAG

Transform your smartphone into a powerful car diagnostic tool. Easily scan, diagnose, and customize your vehicle's settings. Access advanced features like coding and live data to save time and money on car maintenance.

Highlights
  • Advanced diagnostics
  • Coding and adaptations
  • Output tests
  • Live data monitoring
  • One-Click Apps for customization
  • Basic OBD2 diagnostics
Features
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OBDeleven VAG is now part of the main OBDeleven app. We’ve moved most features, updates, and new functionality to the OBDeleven app – so you can manage all supported brands in one place. If you're new here, we recommend downloading the OBDeleven app instead. WHY SWITCH TO OBDELEVEN APP • One app for all supported brands (Volkswagen, BMW, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz Groups, Ford US models) • Faster performance and more stable connection • Regular updates with new features and improvements • Built with the latest security and vehicle access standards • Same diagnostics, coding, and One-Click Apps experience USE THIS APP IF: • You have a Volkswagen Group vehicle with K-line support (typically older models, around 2008 or earlier) • You have a Lifetime VAG PRO plan • You have an OBDeleven 1 (FirstGen) device For all other use cases, download the OBDeleven app.

About

Haldex.Flash

Features
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Haldex.Flash turns your iPhone or iPad into a flashing, tuning and diagnostic tool for Haldex all-wheel-drive couplings and VAQ front differentials. No laptop, no cable, no trip to a workshop. Plug the Haldex.Flash adapter into your car's OBD port and pair it. The app reads your VIN, box code and controller software version automatically, then shows exactly what your licence allows. LIVE TUNING Change how the clutch engages without reflashing anything. The PWM duty map is laid out by road speed against throttle position - adjust any cell, apply it to the controller in seconds, and feel the difference on the next drive. Start from a preset and fine-tune from there: • OEM+ - a subtle gain over stock. Less understeer and more wet-weather confidence. A set-and-forget daily. • Street - noticeable all-wheel-drive feel, planted through corners. • Sport - aggressive corner-exit traction and strong mid-range. • Track - maximum safe engagement for consistent traction under power. • Drag -maximum coupling for straight-line launches. FLASHING Install a performance calibration, go back to the original factory calibration, or load a custom file. The whole procedure runs over Bluetooth with live progress on screen. Safety checks run before anything is written, you confirm with a deliberate press-and-hold, and an interrupted flash can be recovered. DIAGNOSTICS Read and clear fault codes from the Haldex or VAQ controller, with plain-English descriptions instead of raw hex. Stored and pending codes are shown separately. LOGGING Watch live data as you drive - pump duty, pump current, clutch and module temperature, wheel speeds, supply voltage and more. Export the whole run as a CSV file to analyse later or send to your tuner. SERVICE Run a clutch pump relearn and read back pump calibration values. BUILT FOR THE CAR PARK, NOT THE BENCH Everything happens over Bluetooth from the driver's seat. Progress is clear at every step, errors explain what to do next, and the app keeps working if you switch away mid-flash. WHAT YOU NEED • A Haldex.Flash Bluetooth adapter • A Haldex.Flash account • A licence for the vehicle you are working on A NOTE ON SAFETY Flashing modifies the control unit that manages your vehicle's drivetrain. Changes may affect how the car behaves, and may affect your warranty. Only use settings appropriate for the conditions you are driving in, and make sure modifications are permitted where you drive.

Screenshots

OBDeleven VAG3 screens
Haldex.Flash4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Haldex.Flash at none against OBDeleven VAG's 8. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. OBDeleven VAG sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Haldex.Flash asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OBDeleven VAG ships an update every 3 weeks, Haldex.Flash fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
OBDeleven VAG versus Haldex.Flash: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOBDeleven VAGHaldex.Flash
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (7.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews26.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings7.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size232 MB33 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperOBDeleven UABMobile Flash Solutions Ltd

Bugs and requests

OBDeleven VAG

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes and freezes frequently
  • Fails to connect to vehicle modules
  • Coding changes not working as expected
  • Losing purchased credits without explanation
  • Incompatible with newer vehicle models

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add long coding and adaptation functionality
  • Improve user interface and translations
  • Provide more free credits or a one-time purchase option
  • Improve compatibility with a wider range of vehicles
  • Add data logging and live data monitoring features

Haldex.Flash

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

OBDeleven VAG

One-time8
  • Credits x10$3.99
  • Credits x100$29.99
  • 1000 Shadowing Credits$34.99
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  • Pro subscription$69.99
  • Credits x500$90.99
  • 5000 Shadowing Credits$139.99
  • Ultimate subscription$239.99
  • 10000 Shadowing Credits$269.99
None

Haldex.Flash

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OBDeleven VAG free?
OBDeleven VAG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Haldex.Flash free?
Haldex.Flash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do OBDeleven VAG or Haldex.Flash have ads?
Neither OBDeleven VAG nor Haldex.Flash shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OBDeleven VAG or Haldex.Flash?
OBDeleven VAG ships an update every 3 weeks, and Haldex.Flash fortnightly. Most recently, OBDeleven VAG was updated on November 13, 2026 and Haldex.Flash on November 13, 2026.

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