BimmerRefs vs BimmerWire
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BimmerRefs
Access comprehensive BMW parts catalogs and diagrams. Find part numbers, check compatibility, and view assembly details for BMW, Mini, Rolls Royce, and Zinoro vehicles. Save favorite cars and explore wheel specs and genuine colors.
- BMW parts catalog
- Part number lookup
- Compatibility checker
- Assembly diagrams
- VIN code search
- Favorite cars list
- Wheel specifications
- Genuine color catalog
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The first and only app in the store compiling data from every single part of BMW and associated brands (Mini, Rolls Royce, Zinoro...). - Find the part number your car needs. - Check the compatibility of a part and see which other cars are using it. - Understand how parts are assembled by looking up the diagrams. - Input car VIN code or part number for a direct access to parts. - Save your favorite cars into a list. - Check up all the BMW Styling wheels and consult its specs. - Consult a large list of genuine colours.
BimmerWire
Access portable wiring diagrams for specific BMW and MINI models directly on your device. Diagnose and repair electrical components with detailed schematics. Intended for educational use, always cross-reference with official OEM resources.
- Portable wiring diagrams
- Electrical component diagnosis
- Supported BMW/MINI chassis
- Pocket-sized reference
- Educational tool
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Repair and diagnose electrical components right from your pocket. Features complete diagrams for supported vehicles. Supported Chassis: • 3-Series: E46, E90 • 5-Series: E39, E60 • 7-Series: E38, E65 • X-Series: E53 (X5), E70 (X5), E83 (X3) • Z-Series: E52 (Z8), E85 (Z4) • 1-Series: E87 • MINI: R50 Note: Other vehicles are not currently supported. Disclaimer: This app is intended for educational purposes only. Always consult with the Original Equipment Manufacturer's (OEM) repair and diagnostics software or instruction manuals. This app is not affiliated with Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft, BMW AG, BMW Group, or Bavarian Motor Works. For official software, documentation, and diagrams for all vehicles, visit: • North America: https://bmwtechinfo.bmwgroup.com • International: https://aos.bmwgroup.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: BimmerWire at 5.0 against BimmerRefs's 3.9. BimmerWire also leads on device support (4 vs 2). BimmerRefs's advantage is price ($3.99 vs $9.99) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement 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
BimmerRefs costs $3.99 and BimmerWire $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
BimmerWire holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BimmerRefs has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
BimmerRefs ships an update every 2 weeks, BimmerWire every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BimmerRefs | BimmerWire |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 — better | $9.99 |
| Rating | 3.9 (7 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 56.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 17 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Manuel Rodriguez | Inspirationull |
Customer experience
BimmerRefs
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In-app purchases
BimmerRefs
No in-app purchases
BimmerWire
No in-app purchases
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