Comparison

eMaxMobileApp vs Eplus Tutor Pro

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

Head to head
About

eMaxMobileApp

This app enhances the performance of compatible electric bicycle systems. It supports a wide range of displays and drive units, offering advanced optimization features. Users can find detailed compatibility information and tuning possibilities on the developer's website.

Highlights
  • Optimizes STePS systems
  • Supports Bluetooth displays
  • Compatible with various drive units
  • Works with Shimano motor firmware
  • Advanced tuning possibilities
Features
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...the most advanced optimizing tool for STePS systems. All Bluetooth capable displays SC-EM800, SC-E8000, SC-E7000, SC-E6100, SW-EN600-L switch and EW-EN100 cockpit are supported! DU-EP801, DU-EP800, DU-E80X0, DU-EP600, DU-E7000, DU-E6XXX and DU-E50X0 drive units are supported. Partially compatible also with the latest Shimano motor firmware versions! See www.eMax-Tuning.com, especially the "news" and "support" section and/or get detailed & personal information via eMail from info@eMax-Tuning.com Also please check the document https://www.emax-tuning.com/eMax-possibilities.pdf for the tuning possibilities which are highly depending on the drive unit type and currently installed motor firmware version.

About

Eplus Tutor Pro

Customize your Shimano ebike's engine performance with this app. Adjust factory parameters for free, or unlock higher speed limits through in-app purchases. Features include anti-theft locking and advanced mapping customization.

Highlights
  • Customize engine mapping
  • Unlock speed limits
  • Anti-theft engine lock
  • Preset and custom mappings
  • Free parameter adjustments
Features
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** WARNING: WITH THE LATEST FIRMWARE VERSION (4.9.0 OR HIGHER) THE UNLOCK 32 KM/H (20 MPH) IS NOT COMPATIBLE ** ** WARNING: IT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH EP8 AND E7000 ENGINES ** Eplus Tutor Pro is an app, developed by Eplus, to allow maximum customization of your Shimano ebike. It is only compatible with:  - Shimano Steps E8000 and SC-E8000 display  - Shimano Steps E8000 and SC-E7000 display NEW FEATURES UNLOCK 32 KM/H (20 MPH) (Up to 4.8.0 firmware version) It is now possible to unlock the engine up to 32 km/h (20 mph), through an in-app purchase. N.B. This release does not allow modification of the engine mappings parameters. FEATURES ECO FREE Possibility to change the engine mapping for FREE by lowering the factory parameters. Without 'Race Unlock', it is not possible to increase the values beyond the factory ones. ANTITHEFT It is possible to lock the engine to prevent theft. UNLOCK 50 KM/H (31 MPH) (Flash Home software required) It is possible to unlock the engine up to 50 km/h (31 mph), using the Flash Home software (available only for Windows PC). For info: sales@eplus.bike RACE UNLOCK To take advantage of the "Race Unlock" it is necessary to modify the ebike using the Flash Home software (Windows). For info: sales@eplus.bike After making the change, it will be possible customize the engine mapping parameters directly from the app. You can choose from a series of preset mappings or create your own mapping. All trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owner. Shimano does not support, does not sponsor, is not in any way to be considered us related to our company.

Screenshots

eMaxMobileApp4 screens
Eplus Tutor Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: eMaxMobileApp at 93% against Eplus Tutor Pro's 13%. eMaxMobileApp also leads on rating (4.4 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). Eplus Tutor Pro's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Eplus Tutor Pro is free to download; eMaxMobileApp costs $0.99 up front. Eplus Tutor Pro sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. eMaxMobileApp asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

eMaxMobileApp holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: eMaxMobileApp has 14 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of eMaxMobileApp's written reviews are positive against 13% of Eplus Tutor Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

eMaxMobileApp ships an update every 3 weeks, Eplus Tutor Pro every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
eMaxMobileApp versus Eplus Tutor Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereMaxMobileAppEplus Tutor Pro
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (14 ratings) — better1.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews92.6% of reviews — better12.5% of reviews
Number of ratings14 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarkus SchlegelEguides

Customer experience

eMaxMobileApp

All ratings14 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews121 reviews
Positive92.6%
Neutral0.8%
Negative6.6%

Eplus Tutor Pro

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive12.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative87.5%

In-app purchases

None

eMaxMobileApp

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Eplus Tutor Pro

One-time2
  • Racing Eplus$0.99
  • Racing 32 Eplus$54.99

Questions

Is eMaxMobileApp free?
eMaxMobileApp costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Eplus Tutor Pro free?
Eplus Tutor Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, eMaxMobileApp or Eplus Tutor Pro?
eMaxMobileApp is rated higher. eMaxMobileApp averages 4.4 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Eplus Tutor Pro averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.
Do eMaxMobileApp or Eplus Tutor Pro have ads?
Neither eMaxMobileApp nor Eplus Tutor Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, eMaxMobileApp or Eplus Tutor Pro?
eMaxMobileApp ships an update every 3 weeks, and Eplus Tutor Pro every 5 weeks. Most recently, eMaxMobileApp was updated on October 4, 2026 and Eplus Tutor Pro on September 7, 2026.

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