Elitek vs VIN Decode RPO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Elitek
This app allows you to perform vehicle scans and connect with a technician using a compatible device. It offers pre- and post-scans, vehicle programming, and automatic email delivery of results and invoices.
- Pre- and Post-vehicle scans
- Vehicle programming
- Remote technician support
- Mobile device access
- Automatic results emailing
- Invoice generation
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Welcome to the Elitek Remote app! Use this app in conjunction with your Elitek Remote Device to run scans of your vehicle and contact an Elitek Call Center Technician during the process. Key Features: • Ability to run both Pre- and Post-scans of your vehicle • Ability to program your vehicle • Lightning-fast response times • Ditch the clunky laptop - now you can use your phone or tablet to access your account • A PDF of your Post-Scan results is automatically emailed to your shop, along with the invoice. Get started today by downloading our app and logging in! At LKQ, we respect your privacy and your right to know how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information. When you use this Mobile Application (the “Application”), we collect information about you in order to create your account, provide you with access to the Application, allow vehicle scanning, enable communication between you and our service team during the diagnostic process and improve the performance of the Application. To learn more about the type of data we collect, how we use it and how we protect it, please review our full Privacy Notice at https://www.lkqcorp.com/privacy/. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS OF THIS PRIVACY NOTICE, PLEASE DO NOT ACCESS THE APPLICATION.
VIN Decode RPO
Instantly decode GM vehicle RPO codes by scanning the QR code on your vehicle's label. Get a clear list of factory options installed on your car, making it easy to understand its specifications. Supports 2017 and newer model years.
- Scan GM vehicle QR codes
- Decode RPO (Regular Production Option) codes
- Get clear descriptions of factory options
- Supports 2017+ model years
- Simple and intuitive interface
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Decode RPO – VIN Decoder for GM, Ford & Mopar Vehicles Decode RPO is a simple and powerful mobile VIN decoder that helps you identify factory-installed equipment, options, and vehicle specifications for GM, Ford, and Mopar vehicles, including Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Buick, Ford, Lincoln, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram. Simply enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or scan the VIN label on a supported vehicle label to access detailed factory equipment information, option codes, and their descriptions. How It Works 1. Open the app and enter a 17-character VIN or scan a supported VIN label on the vehicle label. 2. The app identifies the vehicle and retrieves available factory equipment and option information. 3. Browse a readable list of equipment codes and descriptions to understand how the vehicle was originally configured. The amount of available equipment data may vary depending on the manufacturer, model, model year, and market. DecodeRPO is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by General Motors, Ford Motor Company, Stellantis, or any of their respective brands. All vehicle names and trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: VIN Decode RPO at every 3 days against Elitek's every 5 weeks. VIN Decode RPO also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and ratings volume (42 vs 9). Elitek's advantage is monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
VIN Decode RPO holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 42 respectively.
Elitek ships an update every 5 weeks, VIN Decode RPO every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Elitek | VIN Decode RPO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (9 ratings) | 4.8 (42 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | 9 | 42 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | LKQ | Vyacheslav Kravchina |
Customer experience
Elitek
VIN Decode RPO
In-app purchases
Elitek
No in-app purchases
VIN Decode RPO
No in-app purchases
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