eMaxMobileApp vs TQ E
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
eMaxMobileApp
This app provides advanced optimization for STePS systems, supporting various Bluetooth-enabled displays and drive units. It offers detailed tuning possibilities depending on your drive unit and firmware.
- Optimizes STePS systems
- Supports Bluetooth displays
- Compatible with various drive units
- Works with Shimano motor firmware
- Detailed tuning information
Read full descriptionHide full description
...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.
TQ E
Customize and control your TQ-powered e-bike with this app. Adjust motor settings, personalize your riding modes, and monitor key bike information like battery status and odometer. The app offers a user-friendly interface for a tailored cycling experience.
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Motor tuning and customization
- Riding mode adjustment
- Display customization
- Battery status monitoring
- Odometer tracking
Read full descriptionHide full description
With the TQ E-Bike App, you can connect your TQ-powered e-bike to your smartphone without any fuss, allowing you to customize and control it. Connecting your bike to the app: Download the app and open it. Register and make sure the Bluetooth® on your phone is on. Turn on your e-bike and tap the connect button on the start screen of the app. Dashboard Status: The dashboard only displays the most important information, such as battery status and odometer. A swipe to the left takes you to the Rider Screen. With a long press on the display values, you can configure them freely according to your preferences and keep an eye on the most important information during the ride. Settings: - With the Motor Tuning setting, you can fully customize the motor to your needs in any riding mode. You want maximum pedal feedback in mid mode or 200% support in high mode? No problem. Customize your own riding style with the TQ E-Bike app! - Adjust the maximum support speed in the "Motor Tuning" to adapt the system even better to your needs and your training. - You can switch through your riding modes via an ANT+ connected device (like a bike computer). - In the "My Bike" - "Bike Information" section, the current software version of your bike is displayed, allowing you to easily check if you need to visit a dealer for an update. - Adjust the display to your needs. Customize the sound, the displays and the order of the screens of your e-bike. - Use the app in multiple languages - In the support section, you will find quick help for urgent questions Additional information: The app cannot be connected to bikes with TQ-HPR120S e-bike system.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: eMaxMobileApp at 93% against TQ E's 22%. eMaxMobileApp also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.7) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). TQ E's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99). On 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
TQ E is free to download; eMaxMobileApp costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
eMaxMobileApp holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 14 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of eMaxMobileApp's written reviews are positive against 22% of TQ E's.
eMaxMobileApp ships an update every 3 weeks, TQ E every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | eMaxMobileApp | TQ E |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.5 (15 ratings) — better | 2.7 (14 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 92.7% of reviews — better | 22.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 15 — better | 14 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #71 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 124 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Markus Schlegel | TQ-Systems GmbH |
Customer experience
eMaxMobileApp
TQ E
In-app purchases
eMaxMobileApp
No in-app purchases
TQ E
No in-app purchases









