Comparison

OBDGO PRO vs V

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

V

Diagnose and perform service operations on your Volvo or Polestar vehicle using your mobile phone. This tool reads all car modules, allowing you to scan trouble codes, calibrate systems, and even code new parts.

Highlights
  • Scan Diagnostic Trouble Codes
  • Perform Service Operations
  • Execute Calibrations
  • Change Car Parameters
  • Read all car modules
  • Supports Volvo/Polestar 2005+
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V-Tool OBD Scanner is the ultimate OBD diagnostic tool for your Volvo/Polestar car in your mobile phone. V-Tool supports all Volvo models starting from 2005 up until now and unlike all other similar mobile applications – it will read all modules in the car. With V-Tool you can scan Diagnostic Trouble Codes, perform service operations and calibrations, change parameters of your car. Do you want to replace braking pads and put them into service mode? Or maybe you want to code new injectors after replacement? Or maybe your air distribution system requires calibration? Now all of these and many more can be done with your mobile phone and V-Tool OBD Scanner. License Agreement for the application is available here: https://v-tool.app/terms-and-conditions/

Screenshots

OBDGO PRO4 screens
V4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: OBDGO PRO at 4.6 against V's 4.1. OBDGO PRO also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15). V's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. V sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. OBDGO PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OBDGO PRO holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 25 and 9 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 75% and 75% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OBDGO PRO ships an update every 2 months, V every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 18, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
OBDGO PRO versus V: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOBDGO PROV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (25 ratings) — better4.1 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings25 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size137 MB77 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperOBD GO TECH CO LTDV-Garage

Customer experience

OBDGO PRO

All ratings25 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

V

All ratings9 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

None

OBDGO PRO

No in-app purchases

12 purchases

V

Subscriptions12
  • Garage 1 Car (weekly)$5.997 Days
  • Garage 2 Car (weekly)$9.997 Days
  • Garage 1 Car (monthly)$9.991 Month
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  • Garage 3 Cars (weekly)$11.997 Days
  • Garage 2 Car (monthly)$17.991 Month
  • Garage Pro (weekly)$22.997 Days
  • Garage 1 Car (annual)$24.991 Year
  • Garage 3 Cars (monthly)$24.991 Month
  • Garage Pro (monthly)$39.991 Month
  • Garage 2 Car (annual)$44.991 Year
  • Garage 3 Cars (annual)$69.991 Year
  • Garage Pro (annual)$149.991 Year

Questions

Is OBDGO PRO free?
OBDGO PRO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is V free?
V is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, OBDGO PRO or V?
OBDGO PRO is rated higher. OBDGO PRO averages 4.6 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while V averages 4.1 from 9 ratings.
Do OBDGO PRO or V have ads?
Neither OBDGO PRO nor V shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OBDGO PRO or V?
OBDGO PRO ships an update every 2 months, and V every 3 weeks. Most recently, OBDGO PRO was updated on August 18, 2026 and V on September 21, 2026.

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