eMaxMobileApp vs Torp Controller
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Optimizes STePS systems
- Supports Bluetooth displays
- Compatible with various drive units
- Works with Shimano motor firmware
- Advanced tuning possibilities
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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.
Torp Controller
This app connects to your e-bike's controller via Bluetooth, allowing you to customize power, speed, and safety settings. Monitor battery health, track ride logs, and stay updated with the latest upgrades for an optimized riding experience.
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Customize power and speed
- Adjust safety limits
- Monitor battery cell voltage and temperature
- Track and share ride logs
- Manage e-bike factory settings
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Torp Controller App is a user-friendly iOS-based smartphone App, developed and owned by Torp d.o.o. It has been developed especially for TC500 and TC1000 Controllers. Install Torp TC500 or TC1000 Controller to your e-bike and connect it with Bluetooth to your smartphone. Change the settings through an easy-to-read display and have all important stats and ride logs on the palm of your hand. Stay up-to-date with all the upgrades and get the best out of your ride! The App allows users to adjust the Controller's power, speed, and other safety limits according to the Battery they use (Stock, Modified, Custom), they can keep or disable the e-bike's factory settings (kick-stand sensor, crash sensor, power mode button, stock display, and brake switch) and monitor and share their riding logs. TC500 and TC1000 Controllers are in constant communication with your e-bike's BMS. This unique feature allows you to track your battery's cell voltage and temperature through the App and to always know how much power you have left for your trip.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Torp Controller at Free against eMaxMobileApp's $0.99. eMaxMobileApp's advantage is review sentiment (93% vs 59%) and chart position (#183 vs unranked). On rating, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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
Torp Controller is free to download; eMaxMobileApp costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for eMaxMobileApp against 4.3 for Torp Controller. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 22 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of eMaxMobileApp's written reviews are positive against 59% of Torp Controller's.
eMaxMobileApp ships an update every 3 weeks, Torp Controller every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | eMaxMobileApp | Torp Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.4 (14 ratings) — better | 4.3 (22 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 92.6% of reviews — better | 58.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 14 | 22 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #183 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 219 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Markus Schlegel | Torp |
Customer experience
eMaxMobileApp
Torp Controller
In-app purchases
eMaxMobileApp
No in-app purchases
Torp Controller
No in-app purchases
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