Comparison

SHARP Life vs OBDeleven

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

Head to head
About

SHARP Life

Easily manage your Sharp devices with an advanced interface. Automate operations, set custom conditions for device activation, and create personalized scenarios for seamless control.

Highlights
  • Device control
  • Automatic operations
  • Condition-based switching
  • Scenario preparation
  • User manual compatibility check
Features
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You can easily control your Sharp devices with this app. Thanks to advanced interface, you can select automatic operations, set conditions for switching devices on/off, prepare scenarios and more. You can find the compatibility of your device with this app in the user manual.

About

OBDeleven

Transform your smartphone into a powerful car diagnostic and customization tool. Easily scan trouble codes, monitor live data, and access advanced features like coding and service functions for a wide range of car brands. Save time and money on car maintenance and personalization.

Highlights
  • Basic OBD2 diagnostics
  • Live data monitoring
  • Advanced diagnostics for licensed brands
  • One-Click Apps for customization
  • Vehicle history and VIN data
  • Maintenance and comfort features
Features
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More than a scanner – OBDeleven app is your car's everyday diagnostics, customization, and maintenance companion. Read and clear fault codes, monitor live data, and unlock hidden features in your car – no technical skills required. Trusted by over 6 million drivers and officially licensed by Volkswagen Group, BMW Group, Toyota Group, Ford (US models), and Mercedes-Benz, OBDeleven helps you save time and money on car diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs. The OBDeleven app works with OBDeleven 3 and ELM327 devices. ELM327 supports basic OBD2 diagnostics, while OBDeleven 3 unlocks advanced diagnostics, coding, and customization features. OBDELEVEN FEATURES For all car brands: • OBD2 diagnostics: Read and clear engine and transmission fault codes • Live data: Monitor real-time data like engine speed, temperature, and load • Vehicle information: Access VIN data, mileage, and key car details For Volkswagen Group (Audi, Volkswagen, Škoda, SEAT, Cupra), BMW Group (BMW, MINI), Toyota Group (Toyota, Lexus), Ford (US models), Mercedes-Benz: • Advanced diagnostics: Scan all control units and detect issues across your vehicle • Live data: Track detailed real-time data from multiple systems • One-Click Apps: Customize your Audi, Volkswagen, Škoda, SEAT, Cupra, BMW, MINI, Toyota, Lexus, Ford, and Mercedes-Benz with pre-made coding options • Manual coding & adaptations (PRO): Perform coding, long coding, adaptations, and advanced configuration for Volkswagen Group vehicles • Vehicle access: View detailed vehicle information, history, and specifications • Maintenance & driving features: ○ Car health report ○ Trip tracker ○ Maintenance reminders ○ Emissions readiness check ○ Hybrid battery check ○ Car alerts ○ Mileage checks and more GETTING STARTED 1. Plug the OBDeleven device into your car’s OBD2 port 2. Create an account in the OBDeleven app 3. Connect and start diagnosing SUPPORTED VEHICLES Works with most cars using CAN-bus protocol (mainly from 2008 onwards). Full list: https://obdeleven.com/supported-vehicles COMPATIBILITY • OBDeleven 3 device (full functionality) • ELM327 device (basic diagnostics only) • iOS 17.0 or newer LEARN MORE • https://obdeleven.com • https://support.obdeleven.com • https://forum.obdeleven.com Terms and Conditions: https://obdeleven.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://obdeleven.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SHARP Life4 screens
OBDeleven4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SHARP Life at 5.0 against OBDeleven's 4.3. SHARP Life also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (33% vs 14%). OBDeleven's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 1). 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. OBDeleven sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $69.99 per year. SHARP Life asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SHARP Life holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBDeleven has 1.6K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of SHARP Life's written reviews are positive against 14% of OBDeleven's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SHARP Life ships an update every 4 months, OBDeleven fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
SHARP Life versus OBDeleven: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSHARP LifeOBDeleven
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.3 (1.6K ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews — better14.1% of reviews
Number of ratings11.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#179 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size195 MB252 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSharp Consumer Electronics Poland sp. z o.o.OBDeleven UAB

Customer experience

SHARP Life

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%

OBDeleven

All ratings1,635 ratings
Positive82.9%
Neutral3.6%
Negative13.5%
Written reviews192 reviews
Positive14.1%
Neutral9.4%
Negative76.6%

Bugs and requests

SHARP Life

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

OBDeleven

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on login
  • Inability to change vehicle type
  • Functionality breaks after updates

Requested features

3 requests
  • Restore free access to core features
  • Improve compatibility with more vehicle makes/models
  • Add more diagnostic and coding capabilities

In-app purchases

None

SHARP Life

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

OBDeleven

Subscriptions2
  • PRO plan$69.991 Year
  • ULTIMATE plan$239.991 Year
One-time8
  • 10 Credits$3.99
  • 100 Credits$29.99
  • 1000 Shadowing Credits$34.99
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  • PRO plan subscription$69.99
  • 500 Credits$90.99
  • 5000 Shadowing Credits$139.99
  • ULTIMATE plan subscription$239.99
  • 10000 Shadowing Credits$269.99

Questions

Is SHARP Life free?
SHARP Life is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OBDeleven free?
OBDeleven is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SHARP Life or OBDeleven?
SHARP Life is rated higher. SHARP Life averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while OBDeleven averages 4.3 from 1.6K ratings.
Do SHARP Life or OBDeleven have ads?
Neither SHARP Life nor OBDeleven shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SHARP Life or OBDeleven?
SHARP Life ships an update every 4 months, and OBDeleven fortnightly. Most recently, SHARP Life was updated on November 3, 2026 and OBDeleven on November 7, 2026.

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