Comparison

Dodge® vs Tinker DIY

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

Head to head
About

Dodge®

Manage your Dodge vehicle remotely, access owner's manuals, schedule service, and stay informed about recalls. Control features like remote start, lock/unlock doors, and activate the horn or lights for enhanced convenience and peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Remote vehicle start/stop
  • Lock/unlock doors
  • Activate horn/lights
  • Schedule service appointments
  • Access owner's manual
  • View service history
  • Recall alerts
Features
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Whether you’re out adventuring in your Dodge Brand vehicle, relaxing in the comfort of your home or just about anywhere else, the new Dodge app lets you stay in touch and helps keep you in control of your vehicle like never before. Need to contact your dealer? No problem, simply use the My Dealer feature to find your preferred dealership’s address, schedule service appointments, or call them directly with the touch of a button. Easily access your vehicle’s info—including the owner’s manual, service history, and more—with the My Garage and Digital Glovebox features. And stay up to date on open recalls using the Recall Alert so you’re always one step ahead. If your vehicle is equipped, you can remotely start or stop your vehicle+, lock or unlock the doors and activate the horn or exterior lights. You now have access to more services than ever, ranging from entertainment to available Navigation, safety and security and more, all combining to offer new levels of convenience and the peace of mind you deserve. +You are responsible for using remote features in accordance with any laws, rules or ordinances in effect in your vehicle's location. You must have an active subscription to SiriusXM Guardian™ or Uconnect® Access in order to use remote services. See Terms of Service for service limitations. ©2021 FCA US LLC. All Rights Reserved. Dodge is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC.

About

Tinker DIY

Instantly connect with certified automotive experts through live video chat for car repair help, pre-purchase inspections, or rideshare vehicle safety checks. Get professional guidance for buying, selling, or maintaining your vehicle.

Highlights
  • Live video chat with experts
  • Rideshare inspection
  • Turo annual safety inspection
  • Used car buying/selling guidance
  • Real-time car repair assistance
  • ASE-certified mechanics
Features
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Tinker: On-Demand Vehicle Inspections & Expert Car Help Get your vehicle inspection done quickly and easily, right from your phone. Tinker gives you on-demand access to certified automotive experts for Uber, Lyft, and Turo inspections, plus real-time help with your car. Get Your Vehicle Inspection Completed On-Demand Need an inspection for rideshare or carsharing purposes? Start your inspection whenever you're ready - no appointment needed. Connect with a certified Tinker mechanic through the app and complete your inspection virtually. Expert Car Help When You Need It Have a question about your car? Talk to a certified mechanic about warning lights, strange noises, maintenance, repairs, and more. Get expert guidance without having to visit a shop. Why Tinker? On-demand access - no appointment needed Virtual vehicle inspections from your phone Certified automotive experts Real-time video guidance Convenient help from wherever you are without a trip to the shop Get three tries to pass if your inspection fails for any reason Whether you need an inspection or help figuring out what's going on with your car, Tinker makes it easier to get expert automotive help when you need it.

Screenshots

Dodge®4 screens
Tinker DIY4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Dodge® at 23K against Tinker DIY's 1.9K. Tinker DIY's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (45% vs 34%). On price, rating, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Dodge® against 4.7 for Tinker DIY. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dodge® has 23K ratings behind it against 1.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 34% of Dodge®'s written reviews are positive against 45% of Tinker DIY's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dodge® ships an update monthly, Tinker DIY every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Dodge® versus Tinker DIY: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDodge®Tinker DIY
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (23K ratings) — better4.7 (1.9K ratings)
Positive reviews34.4% of reviews45.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings23K — better1.9K
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size287 MB116 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFCA US LLCGlocal development LLC

Customer experience

Dodge®

All ratings22,656 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews477 reviews
Positive34.4%
Neutral9.6%
Negative56.0%

Tinker DIY

All ratings1,941 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews91 reviews
Positive45.1%
Neutral4.4%
Negative50.5%

User reviews

Dodge®

From 23K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Quick connection
  • 🔒 Helps recover stolen vehicle
  • 👍 Useful features when working

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and bugs
  • 🕰️ Slow response times
  • 💰 Expensive subscription required
  • 🤷‍♀️ Unreliable functionality
  • 📍 Inaccurate location tracking

Tinker DIY

From 1.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great service
  • 🚀 Quick and easy
  • 💰 Saved money
  • 🔧 Helpful mechanics
  • 🤖 Useful for DIY

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Requires personal information
  • 💰 Expensive pricing
  • 🐛 App doesn't work
  • 🤷‍♂️ Unhelpful mechanics
  • 🚫 Limited car support

Bugs and requests

Dodge®

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to add vehicle to app
  • Vehicle information not updating
  • Remote start/lock/unlock not working

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to see if doors are locked
  • Faster remote start
  • More detailed vehicle information
  • Scheduled remote start/climate control
  • Compatibility with older vehicles

Tinker DIY

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login/signup issues
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Disconnected calls not refunded

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add support for motorcycles
  • Allow searching for brand-specific mechanics
  • Improve communication with expert applicants

In-app purchases

None

Dodge®

No in-app purchases

None

Tinker DIY

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dodge® free?
Dodge® is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tinker DIY free?
Tinker DIY is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Dodge® or Tinker DIY?
Dodge® is rated higher. Dodge® averages 4.8 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Tinker DIY averages 4.7 from 1.9K ratings.
Do Dodge® or Tinker DIY have ads?
Neither Dodge® nor Tinker DIY shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dodge® or Tinker DIY?
Dodge® ships an update monthly, and Tinker DIY every 3 weeks. Most recently, Dodge® was updated on October 17, 2026 and Tinker DIY on October 15, 2026.

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