Comparison

xHP Flashtool vs BimmerFix

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

Head to head
About

xHP Flashtool

This app offers a complete tuning solution for ZF automatic and DCT transmissions. It allows users to customize their transmission's behavior, from smooth and comfortable to race-ready performance, directly from their Apple devices. Unlock the full potential of your vehicle's transmission.

Highlights
  • ZF transmission tuning
  • Customizable shift behavior
  • OTS map selection
  • DCT transmission support
  • iOS/iPadOS/Mac M1 compatibility
  • Multiple adapter options
Features
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xHP Flashtool is the worldwide first and complete Tuning solution for your ZF6HP, ZF8HP Automatic or 7-Speed DCT transmission. xHP is the only tool that focuses fully on getting the best from your Auto-Transmission and is the worldwide leading solution for the best vehicles from Bavaria! xHP put's the power to fully customize your automatic transmission at your hands. Connect your Apple iPhone, IPad or Mac M1 to your car and customize by yourself or choose from pre-defined OTS maps. The ZF Autos are used throughout the whole range, from the 1-Series hatchbacks, to the mighty Alpina and M cars! While the hardware stays widely the same throughout all applications and is mainly divided in only 2 types (6HP19/21 and 6HP26/28 for 6-Speed, 8HP45/50/51 and 8HP70/75/76 for 8-Speed), the software inside the controller makes it possible to adapt the transmission, to every vehicle and mimic a wide range of driver styles. Smooth and comfy in the Luxury applications, the same transmission can be tweaked to deliver snap-on take-off behavior, surprisingly fast shift times and even race-style throttle blips on downshifts. Tweaking your transmission is not only about getting quicker, or holding more power. An automatic transmission is deeply involved into vehicle dynamics and contributes very much to the overall driving experience. From crawling in traffic, over city driving, to taking your vehicle to the drag strip or a race track, the TCU widely defines how your car feels. Like everyone drives different with a manual, the maps inside the TCU hide the secrets to tweak your automatic transmission to your personal likings and finally experience what was once promised in the glossy brochure: Sheer driving pleasure! For a seamless start, please read the manual on needed hardware and prerequisites: https://www.xhpflashtool.com To connect to your car, you have many options: xHP Wifi Adapter (blue), Wifi Thor Adapter, MHD Wifi Adapter (black and orange) or a standard OBD INPA USB or ENET cable! Please check our Connect-Diagram on our website to get further information and sources! https://www.xhpflashtool.com/connect_diagram/

About

BimmerFix

This app provides professional diagnostic and coding capabilities for BMW vehicles. It allows users to read and clear fault codes, view live sensor data, and access AI-powered fault analysis. Advanced features include service resets, ECU identification, and repair guides for a comprehensive vehicle maintenance experience.

Highlights
  • Read & Clear Fault Codes
  • Live Sensor Data Monitoring
  • AI Fault Analysis
  • VIN Decoder
  • Service Resets
  • ECU Identification & Coding
  • Repair Guides & Parts Lookup
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BimmerFix is the professional BMW diagnostic platform for iPhone. Plug in your adapter and go from a warning light to a full repair plan in minutes. Built specifically for BMW's from classic E-series to the latest G-series — BimmerFix gives you the same diagnostic depth as a dealer, without the $200/hour labor rate. WHAT YOU CAN DO Read & Clear Fault Codes Pull trouble codes from every module: engine, transmission, ABS, airbags, and more. Clear codes and monitor if they return. Live Sensor Data Watch real-time values such as engine temp, boost, fuel trims, throttle, lambda, battery voltage, and dozens more. Spot issues before they become failures. AI Fault Analysis BimmerFix reads the code, explains what it means, what caused it, and what to fix first. No guessing, no jargon. VIN Decoder Enter your 17-digit VIN and instantly see your exact BMW build: engine code, gearbox, market, and factory options. Service Resets (Pro & Dealer) Reset oil service, brake fluid, battery registration, and CBS intervals from your phone. No dealer visit required. ECU Identification & Coding (Pro & Dealer) Read ECU software versions, hardware info, and apply coding changes all from your iPhone. Repair Guides & Parts Lookup (Pro & Dealer) Step-by-step repair procedures with the exact parts you need, including OEM part numbers. COMPATIBLE HARDWARE ENET Cable (F/G-series) Compatible WiFi and Bluetooth OBD-II adapters iOS only. Optimized for iPhone. BMW COVERAGE All generations: E-series, F-series, G-series E46, E60, E90, E92 · F10, F30, F80 · G20, G30, G87, and more Coverage is continuously expanding. PLANS Basic - $9.99/mo or $79.99/yr Fault codes, live data, AI analysis, VIN decoder, up to 2 vehicles Pro - $19.99/mo or $149.99/yr Everything in Basic, plus service resets, ECU identification, repair guides, unlimited vehicles Dealer - $49.99/mo or $399.99/yr Everything in Pro, plus team access, ECU coding, customer invoicing, priority support All plans include a 7-day free trial. No charge until day 8. Cancel anytime. Questions? support@bimmerfix.app Terms of Use: https://bimmerfix.app/terms

Screenshots

xHP Flashtool4 screens
BimmerFix4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: xHP Flashtool at 4.9 against BimmerFix's 3.4. xHP Flashtool also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ratings volume (2.7K vs 5). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. BimmerFix sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. xHP Flashtool asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

xHP Flashtool holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: xHP Flashtool has 2.7K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 94% of xHP Flashtool's written reviews are positive against 100% of BimmerFix's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

xHP Flashtool ships an update weekly, BimmerFix every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
xHP Flashtool versus BimmerFix: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterxHP FlashtoolBimmerFix
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (2.7K ratings) — better3.4 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews93.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.7K — better5
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size277 MB142 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperxAutomotive GmbHBadr Telfah

Customer experience

xHP Flashtool

All ratings2,748 ratings
Positive98.6%
Neutral0.4%
Negative1.0%
Written reviews448 reviews
Positive93.5%
Neutral0.4%
Negative6.0%

BimmerFix

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

xHP Flashtool

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes during reflash process
  • Inability to sign out of account with wrong email

Requested features

3 requests
  • Expand compatibility to more vehicle models
  • Offer more affordable licensing options
  • Implement demo/trial mode for potential users

BimmerFix

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

xHP Flashtool

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

BimmerFix

Subscriptions6
  • BimmerFix Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • BimmerFix Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • BimmerFix Dealer7 Days trial$49.991 Month
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  • BimmerFix Yearly7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • BimmerFix Pro Yearly7 Days trial$149.991 Year
  • BimmerFix Dealer Yearly7 Days trial$399.991 Year
One-time1
  • Founding Member$49.99

Questions

Is xHP Flashtool free?
xHP Flashtool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BimmerFix free?
BimmerFix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, xHP Flashtool or BimmerFix?
xHP Flashtool is rated higher. xHP Flashtool averages 4.9 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while BimmerFix averages 3.4 from 5 ratings.
Do xHP Flashtool or BimmerFix have ads?
Neither xHP Flashtool nor BimmerFix shows ads.
Which is updated more often, xHP Flashtool or BimmerFix?
xHP Flashtool ships an update weekly, and BimmerFix every 4 days. Most recently, xHP Flashtool was updated on October 17, 2026 and BimmerFix on October 9, 2026.

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