OBD2 Scanner ELM327 vs LabelBits
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
OBD2 Scanner ELM327
This app provides comprehensive OBD scanning for vehicles, allowing users to read and clear fault codes from various ECUs, monitor live sensor data, and perform special functions like DPF regeneration and injector coding. It supports over 100 vehicle makes and offers detailed reports and diagnostic assistance.
- Read and delete fault codes from any ECU
- Monitor over 200 live sensor data points
- Perform special OBD functions
- Generate shareable PDF diagnostic reports
- Check SMOG status for emission tests
- Reset service/oil lights
- Track 0-60 and 0-100 timing
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GaragePro is the perfect OBD Scanning app for automotive enthusiasts, repair shops, and DIYers. Covering 100+ vehicle makes, GaragePro offers you comprehensive OBD coverage such as reading fault codes from all ECUs- Engine, Airbag, ABS, BCM etc., as well as Special functions such as Injector coding, DPF regeneration, Throttle Reset, ABS (Brake) bleeding, Steering angle reset etc. Key Features: OBD2 Scanning: Read and delete fault codes from any module- Engine, ABS, SRS, EPS, BCM and more. GaragePro can read OBD codes from 100s of ECUs across different makes, covering 100,000+ unique DTCs. Live Data Monitoring: Read over 200 live data points from vehicle sensors in real-time, including RPM, speed, coolant temperature, fuel trim etc. as well as vehicle specific live sensor data points. GaragePro OBD2 Scanner also has intuitive graphs and customizable displays, that let your visualize changes in your OBD2 data. You can also export PID readings to Excel or PDF for detailed analyses. Multi-Mode Coverage: Unlock more OBD2 modes than other apps. GaragePro offers access to a plethora of modes/service IDs such as modes 01, 02, 03, 04, 06, 07, 09, 0A, as well as vehicle specific modes for enhanced OBD coverage. Special OBD functions like Injector coding, DPF regeneration, Throttle Reset, ABS (Brake) bleeding, Steering angle reset, Power balance, Fuel Density Reset, Learning Value Reset, Actuation Tests, AC Control Module Reset, Indicator light reset, Brake Pedal Position Sensor learning, Light and Door customizations, etc. Check the app for the full list applicable to your car. PDF report and Support: Get a shareable PDF with code descriptions when scanning a vehicle and share it with your technicians, friends, customers or store it for future comparisons. GaragePro also offers email and chat support to its customers. Smog checks through OBD: Be ready for your vehicle's emission tests by checking SMOG status in the app. Service/Oil reset: GaragePro OBD2 Scanner includes both- Auto and manual methods to reset the Service/Oil lights. Check Engine Light/Dashboard Lights Assistance: Compared to other apps, GaragePro is able to cover not just MIL, but also ABS, airbag, oil level, steering and other warning lights. OBD Freeze Frame data: Read OBD freeze frame data to understand your sensors' state when OBD codes were generated. Track mode: Measure your 0-60, 0-100 timing and see how well you do on the track. Vehicle Compatibility: The GaragePro OBD2 Scanner app works with any vehicle that's compliant with the OBD2 standard (introduced in the USA in 1996). It reads data from 100s of ECUs in cars & bikes, including Engine, ABS, Airbags (SRS), EPS, BCM, Traction Control, Transmission, HVAC, Instrument cluster & more. It is compatible with all American, Japanese, Korean, German, and other European car & bike makes, including but not limited to GM, Toyota, Ford, Lincoln, Buick, Chevrolet , Opel, Nissan, Infinity, Renault, Mercedes, Suzuki, Lexus, Triumph, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Honda, Mahindra, Tata, MG, Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda, Seat, BMW and more. For motorcycles, you will need a connecting cable that connects the 16-pin OBD scanner with the bike's OBD port. Bike diagnostics include DTC reading & deletion, live data stream & freeze frame data. OBD Scanner Compatibility: GaragePro OBD2 Scanner works with any Bluetooth OBD Scanner, including most elm327 based OBD scanners. It also works with popular OBD scanners like Vlink, OBDLink, Carista, Veepeak, Viecar, Kiwi and more. GaragePro also has its own OBD2 Scanner that works seamlessly with the app. Please note: The availability of sensor data depends on your vehicle's ECUs. The app can only display information that is provided by your car's systems. Whether you're a car enthusiast seeking performance gains, a mechanic looking to tackle repairs, or a car owner committed to staying informed, GaragePro OBD2 Scanner is the perfect OBD2 diagnostic tool for you. Email support: fix@carpm.in
LabelBits
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Compatible with DYMO LetraTag 200B. LabelBits gives you more freedom to create labels your way. Choose from hundreds of symbols, import your own fonts, create custom pixel symbols, add frames and text effects, generate QR codes and barcodes, draw by hand and preview the actual print before it reaches your label tape. CREATE LABELS YOUR WAY Customize your text with fonts, size, spacing, alignment, bold, italic, underline and strikethrough. Add frames, adjust frame spacing, use vertical text or invert your label for a completely different look. TEXT EFFECTS Go beyond ordinary text with styles including Outline, Shadow, Wave, Bulge and more. Combine effects with fonts, symbols and frames to create labels that stand out. IMPORT YOUR OWN FONTS Want something different? Import your own compatible fonts and use them directly in your labels. Your labels don't have to look like everyone else's. 328 BUILT-IN SYMBOLS Browse, search and quickly reuse symbols across categories including faces, hearts, home, kitchen, nature, travel, technology, tools, safety, arrows and more. Save favorites and quickly access recently used symbols. CREATE YOUR OWN SYMBOLS Can't find the symbol you need? Make your own. Use the built-in pixel editor to draw custom symbols designed for the LetraTag print matrix, then use them alongside text in your labels. QR CODES Create QR labels for links, Wi-Fi, information, storage, organization and more. Add optional text and customize its font, size, placement and style. BARCODES Create Code 128, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A and Code 39 barcodes directly in LabelBits, with optional customizable text alongside the barcode. DRAW YOUR OWN Draw directly on your iPhone using your finger or Apple Pencil. Choose different line widths, erase, undo and redo, add optional text and symbols, then print your creation as a label. PREVIEW BEFORE YOU PRINT LabelBits builds its preview around the LetraTag 200B's actual 30-dot print matrix. See how your label will look before using your label tape. SAVE AND REUSE Save your favorite label designs and open them again whenever you need another label. PRINT DIRECTLY FROM YOUR IPHONE Connect to your LetraTag 200B over Bluetooth and print directly from LabelBits. TRY BEFORE YOU UNLOCK Make a real demo print with your printer before unlocking the full app. ONE-TIME UNLOCK No subscription. Unlock LabelBits with a single purchase. DYMO and LetraTag are trademarks of their respective owners. LabelBits is an independent third-party app and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by DYMO or Newell Brands.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: OBD2 Scanner ELM327 at 3 against LabelBits's 1. OBD2 Scanner ELM327 also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.2). On price, 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
Both are free to download. OBD2 Scanner ELM327 sells 23 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and LabelBits sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | OBD2 Scanner ELM327 | LabelBits |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (25 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 46.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 25 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 65 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zymbia Interactive Technologies Private Limited | Patrik Jonsson |
Bugs and requests
OBD2 Scanner ELM327
Reported bugs
21 issues- App stops working
- App does not load past splash screen
- App is not responding properly
- App crashes when trying to buy subscription
- App starts crashing after a few days
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- License removed after uninstall/reinstall
- App does not start after downloading
- Shows false error codes
- Requires uninstall to connect
- App closes and won't open
- Cannot clear codes after paying for subscription
- Scanning issue (stops at 4%)
- App hangs at 5% during scan
- Freezes or gives an error during scan
- Most GM PIDs not available
- Live View Advanced PIDs missing
- Cannot pull or clear codes
- Not functional after updates
- Cannot link to iPhone
- Not working on multiple car models
- Service reset states not available after payment
Requested features
8 requests- DPF REGEN feature
- Ability to select new vehicle easily
- Reactivate perpetual license without reinstalling
- List of approved scanner devices
- Support for WiFi adapters on iOS
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- Add Google ID option for iPhone
- Fix PIDs missing in Live View Advanced
- Option to store data locally instead of server
LabelBits
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
OBD2 Scanner ELM327
- AI Scan Summary (Yearly)$4.991 Year
- Standard - Yearly$9.491 Year
- Personal Plan$9.991 Year
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- Lite - Yearly$9.991 Year
- Standard - Yearly$19.991 Year
- Advanced - Yearly$23.991 Year
- Advanced + AI Summary - Yearly$28.991 Year
- Premium - Yearly$32.991 Year
- Standard - Yearly$34.991 Year
- Advanced - Yearly$71.991 Year
- Advanced - Yearly$99.991 Year
- Lite - Perpetual$17.99
- Lite - Perpetual$21.99
- Standard - Perpetual$34.99
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- Standard - Perpetual$37.99
- Standard - Perpetual$54.99
- Lifetime Subsciption$69.99
- Standard - Perpetual$69.99
- Advanced - Perpetual2 variants$99.99
- Advanced - Perpetual$109.99
- Advanced - Perpetual$129.99
- Advanced - Perpetual$159.99
- Advanced - Perpetual$199.99
LabelBits
- Unlock LabelBits$4.99
Questions
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