POWERlink Suite vs EXCU
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
POWERlink Suite
Wirelessly tune your vehicle's performance using your smartphone. This app connects to a specific OBDII dongle to adjust engine parameters, monitor real-time data, and run diagnostics without a laptop.
- Wireless vehicle tuning
- Bluetooth OBDII connection
- Live gauge data monitoring
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Octane changes
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Join the tuning revolution and experience the game-changing freedom of mobile flashing. This app wirelessly connects via Bluetooth to our POWERlink OBDII Dongle, giving you control to tune your vehicle, change octanes, monitor live gauge data, perform diagnostics, and more -all from the palm of your hand! Add power anytime, anywhere -no laptop, no cords, no hassle. Important Notes: -Requires purchase of POWERlink (V4) OBDII Dongle and tuning software from Integrated Engineering (iE) or Xodus brands. -Mobile support is unavailable for VW MK5 or MK6 generation 2.0T or 2.5L (includes 3C, B6, 8P, 8U, and 5N chassis) and requires a Windows laptop.
EXCU
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Take control of your exhaust valves with the EXCU app by TubiStyle! EXCU is the smart controller that allows you to manage your vehicle’s exhaust valves directly from your smartphone via Bluetooth. Main Features: * OPEN – Keep the valve fully open for maximum sound * STOCK – Return to the factory valve behavior anytime * Custom Mode – Choose your preferred setting: keep the valve closed for a set time, or permanently, depending on your vehicle model Download the EXCU app and pair it with your EXCU Bluetooth module to unlock its full potential. Get your EXCU Exhaust Valve Control Kit from TubiStyle or authorized dealers worldwide. Features may vary depending on the car model and valve system App requires EXCU control unit with Bluetooth. Compatibility may vary depending on smartphone and OS version.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: EXCU at 12.0 against POWERlink Suite's 16.4. 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.
| Parameter | POWERlink Suite | EXCU |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (1.6K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 56.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.6K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 105 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Integrated Engineering | DUERRE TUBI STYLE GROUP SPA |
Bugs and requests
POWERlink Suite
Reported bugs
3 issues- Tune flashing failures
- Disconnection during tuning
- Incompatibility with certain vehicles
Requested features
4 requests- Carplay support
- More gauge options
- Ability to revert to previous tune versions
- Support for more vehicle models
EXCU
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
POWERlink Suite
No in-app purchases
EXCU
No in-app purchases









