Comparison

OBDGO PRO vs ELMCheck

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

Head to head
About

OBDGO PRO

Unlock hidden vehicle features and perform OBD-II diagnostics with this app. It allows you to activate functionalities like wireless CarPlay, disable start-stop systems, and scan/clear trouble codes. Generate detailed diagnostic reports to understand and repair your car.

Highlights
  • Unlock hidden vehicle features
  • OBD-II code scanning and clearing
  • Generate and share diagnosis reports
  • Activate wireless CarPlay
  • Disable start-stop systems
  • View freeze frame data
  • Interactive data stream graphing
Features
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OBDGO PRO besides basic OBD-II diagnosis, vehicle hidden features unlock is available. Let everyone enjoy the fun of modding! 1. Unlock Hidden Features Support Models: Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, Ford, Audi, Volkswagen, more available vehicle and year models please check in app. Popular features such as: - Activate Wireless CarPlay - Disable Start Stop - Enable Engine Performance Menu - Change Turn Signal Blicks Times - Change Head Unit Start Animation - Activate G-Force Display More features are waiting for you to explore! 2. OBD-II Diagnosis Vehicle coverage: GM, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Mercedes, Mitsubishi, Hyundai/Kia, BMW/Mini, Honda/Acura, Volkswagen/Audi, Subaru, Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Lincoln, Dodge, Jeep, Smart, Skoda, Porsche, FIAT, Renault, Peugeot, Citroen, Landrover, Jaguar, Lexus, Infiniti, Suzuki, Ssangyong. Features such as: - Scan trouble codes - Clear trouble codes - Generate, print, and share Diagnosis Reports - Mode 6 (On-Board Monitoring Test Results) - Smog Readiness Check - Freeze Frame Data - Multiple data streams interactive graphing and logging - Wireless bluetooth connection with vehicle - Metric and Imperial settings 3. Diagnosis Report Diagnosis report is specific to your vehicle's year, make and model. Providing a cryptic code definition by giving you validated fixes for your trouble codes. Save time by using OBDGO PRO to know your vehicle how to repair in advance. OBDGO PRO is a professional scan tool and the APP is free to install, but it does require the purchase of sensor to communicate with your vehicle. Sensor simply connects to your data port located inside your car near the steering wheel. Every car made since 1996 is global compatible can be used anywhere in the world.

About

ELMCheck

Verify the authenticity and functionality of your OBD-II scanner. This app runs comprehensive tests on ELM327 commands to report supported features, ensuring safe and reliable use with your vehicle.

Highlights
  • Authenticity testing for OBD-II scanners
  • Comprehensive ELM327 command test suite
  • Reports actual supported features
  • Ensures safe scanner usage
  • Basic tests are free
  • Unlock full suite with in-app purchase
Features
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Check the authenticity of your OBD-II scanner with ELMCheck. Most OBD-II scanners on the market use some variation of ELM327, but did you know that many scanners use clones of the original ELM327? It can be hard to tell, because these clones will work well enough for basic use but fail in unexpected scenarios. This is where ELMCheck comes in. ELMCheck offers a comprehensive set of test cases that cover the entire documented set of ELM327 commands. Regardless of which version your scanner says it is, ELMCheck can provide a comprehensive report of the features that are actually supported. Get the confidence you need to use your OBD-II scanner on your vehicle safely. ELMCheck is free to run basic tests. An in-app purchase will unlock the full test suite.

Screenshots

OBDGO PRO4 screens
ELMCheck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OBDGO PRO at none against ELMCheck's 1. OBDGO PRO also leads on ratings volume (25 vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18). ELMCheck's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 69%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ELMCheck sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. OBDGO PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ELMCheck holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBDGO PRO has 25 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of OBDGO PRO's written reviews are positive against 100% of ELMCheck's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OBDGO PRO ships an update every 2 months, ELMCheck every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
OBDGO PRO versus ELMCheck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOBDGO PROELMCheck
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (25 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings25 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS11.0 — better18
Further details — not scored
Size137 MB6 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperOBD GO TECH CO LTDFearless design, LLC

Customer experience

OBDGO PRO

All ratings25 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative30.8%

ELMCheck

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

OBDGO PRO

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ELMCheck

One-time1
  • Comprehensive testing$2.99

Questions

Is OBDGO PRO free?
OBDGO PRO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ELMCheck free?
ELMCheck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, OBDGO PRO or ELMCheck?
ELMCheck is rated higher. OBDGO PRO averages 4.6 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while ELMCheck averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do OBDGO PRO or ELMCheck have ads?
Neither OBDGO PRO nor ELMCheck shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OBDGO PRO or ELMCheck?
OBDGO PRO ships an update every 2 months, and ELMCheck every 10 days. Most recently, OBDGO PRO was updated on September 30, 2026 and ELMCheck on October 3, 2026.

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