MINI RD vs OBD2 Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MINI RD
Manage your vehicle's maintenance history, schedule appointments, and track service requests. Stay updated on Mini promotions and news, and locate nearby dealerships. You can also request test drives and pay for services.
- Vehicle maintenance history
- Schedule appointments
- Track service requests
- Dealership locator
- Receive promotions
- Request test drives
- Pay for maintenance
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Al instalar esta aplicación, podrás visualizar el perfil de Tus Vehículos con sus debidos mantenimientos / servicios en nuestros talleres, así como consultar estatus, dar seguimiento a tus solicitudes y estar enterado de las novedades y promociones que Mini estará diseñando especialmente para ti. ¿Qué se puede hacer con Mini RD? - Realizar citas - Recibir notificaciones de estatus de tu vehículo en el taller - Verificar el historial de mantenimientos - Hacer solicitudes de informaciones y reclamaciones - Dar seguimiento a tus casos - Solicitar Test Drives - Usar el geolocalizador de sucursales - Recibir ofertas, promociones y novedades de la marca - Pagar tus mantenimientos
OBD2 Scanner
Transform your smartphone into a powerful car diagnostic tool. Monitor real-time engine data, read and clear trouble codes, and track your vehicle's performance. Customize your dashboard and access repair manuals to understand and fix issues.
- Real-time engine data monitoring
- Read and clear trouble codes
- Performance tracking
- Customizable dashboards
- Repair manual database
- Compatibility with OBD2 ELM327 adapters
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Turn your phone into a car scanner : Diagnose & monitor with OBD2 Torque - Car Scanner ELM 327 ! Unlock your car's full potential: - OBD2 Diagnostics: Read & clear trouble codes, view real-time engine & sensor data. - Car Maintenance: Track service history, oil changes, and maintenance schedules. - Smart Driving Tools: HUD mode on windshield, Parking Finder, and Quick Navigation. - Performance Tracking: Monitor fuel efficiency, acceleration, and live gauges. - Custom Dashboards: Build personalized views with the info you need most. - Universal Compatibility: Supports standard OBD2 ELM327 Bluetooth/Wi-Fi scanners. Using tips: - The app requires a Wi-Fi or or Bluetooth 4.0 (Bluetooth LE) OBD2 ELM327 compatible adapter (device) to work. ELM327 devices plug into the diagnostics socket in the car and give your phone access to car diagnostics. - If you buy one of the cheap OBD2 ELM327 adapters , then make sure it’s not marked as v.2.1. These adapters are supported, but they have lots of bugs. - Vehicle ECUs vary in the amount of sensors supported. This app can’t show you something that is not provided by your car. Notice - This app are free-to-install, but has some premium features that need purchase/subscribe to use. Non-subscribed users can use each Premium feature for a limited number of times per day. - Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled 24 hours before the end of the period. - Manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your account settings. - Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you subscribe. Term of use: https://appforlife.moniqtap.com/index.php/term-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://appforlife.moniqtap.com/index.php/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: OBD2 Scanner at 4.6 against MINI RD's 3.0. OBD2 Scanner also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 2) and update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). MINI RD's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. OBD2 Scanner sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. MINI RD asks for nothing beyond the download.
OBD2 Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBD2 Scanner has 1.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
MINI RD ships an update every 4 months, OBD2 Scanner monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MINI RD | OBD2 Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) | 4.6 (1.1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 22.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 1.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 102 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Magna Motors | Phong Pham |
Customer experience
MINI RD
OBD2 Scanner
Bugs and requests
MINI RD
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
OBD2 Scanner
Reported bugs
8 issues- Bluetooth connection drops and requires reboot
- App fails to connect to OBD2 devices
- Sensors display N/A values in paid version
- Cannot select vehicle profile
- App crashes or becomes unresponsive
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- Fault code reading not functioning
- Unauthorized subscription charges after trial
- Device not recognized by application
Requested features
6 requests- Oil temperature and transmission data
- Wheel sensor information
- Pending DTC display
- Permanent check engine light clearing
- Module-specific scanning selection
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- Better privacy controls and data protection
In-app purchases
MINI RD
No in-app purchases
OBD2 Scanner
- Premium weeky freetrial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Premium Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
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- Premium Monthly$17.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$69.99
Questions
Is MINI RD free?
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