Eplus Tutor Pro vs eTuning
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Customize engine mapping
- Unlock speed limits
- Anti-theft engine lock
- Preset and custom mappings
- Free parameter adjustments
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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.
eTuning
Customize your Shimano Steps ebike motor settings directly from your smartphone. Adjust assist levels, torque, power, and more for Eco, Trail, and Boost modes. Configure wheel size, motor angle, gearing, and lighting for a personalized riding experience.
- Configure assist levels, torque, and power
- Adjust Eco, Trail, and Boost modes
- Set wheel circumference
- Configure motor angle
- Define gearing type and chainring size
- Control lighting settings
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eTuning is an independent configuration tool for compatible Shimano STEPS e-bike motors. It helps you connect to your bike, check motor information, manage supported settings and save technical bike profiles directly from your iPhone. Main features: • View compatible motor information and configuration options • Configure Eco, Trail and Boost assistance profiles • Adjust assist level, torque and power where supported • Configure wheel circumference and supported regional settings • Set motor angle, gearing type and chainring size • Manage light settings where available • Save and restore bike profiles and backups in the cloud Compatible Shimano STEPS motor families include: • E5000 • E6000 • E6100 • E7000 • E8000 • EP8 / EP800 • EP8-RS • EP801 • EP801-RS • EP6 / EP600 • EP5 / EP500 eTuning is not an official Shimano app. Shimano and Shimano STEPS are trademarks of Shimano Inc. eTuning is developed independently and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Shimano.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: eTuning at 4.8 against Eplus Tutor Pro's 1.0. eTuning also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (36% vs 13%). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Eplus Tutor Pro sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. eTuning asks for nothing beyond the download.
eTuning holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of Eplus Tutor Pro's written reviews are positive against 36% of eTuning's.
Eplus Tutor Pro ships an update every 5 weeks, eTuning every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Eplus Tutor Pro | eTuning |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (2 ratings) | 4.8 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 12.5% of reviews | 36.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Eguides | David Garcia |
Customer experience
Eplus Tutor Pro
eTuning
In-app purchases
Eplus Tutor Pro
- Racing Eplus$0.99
- Racing 32 Eplus$54.99
eTuning
No in-app purchases
Questions
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