bmTuned vs MotorCom
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
bmTuned
This platform allows BMW owners to customize their vehicles' engine control units (ECUs) and automatic transmissions (TCUs). It also enables seamless conversion between AWD and RWD modes for supported xDrive models.
- ECU tuning for N54, N55, N13 engines
- Flash off-the-shelf maps
- Adjust automatic transmission settings
- Customize AWD xDrive vehicles
- Convert between AWD and RWD modes
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bmTuned is a multi-platform flash tuning solution for your BMW. Utilizing the bmTuned Tuning Platform, you are able to customize your supported vehicle in a number of ways. (ECU) N54, N55 (E & F-Series), N13 support. Flash off the shelf (OTS) maps. More options/settings coming soon. (TCU) You may adjust the automatic transmission (ZF 6HP/8HP) through the use of quick customizable settings - modifying both offline and on the website. As well as the ability to find and use pre-customized maps that may be supported for your specific software version. (AWD) bmTuned allows you to customize your AWD xDrive BMW & seamlessly convert between AWD and RWD operation with the press of a button on your phone or tablet in about 25 seconds or faster depending on the age (series) of vehicle, where supported.
MotorCom
This app allows users to configure a MotorCom module and customize exhaust valve settings for their vehicle. It offers manual control, automatic startup adjustments, and firmware updates. Integration with Apple Watch provides convenient control.
- Configure MotorCom module
- Customize startup exhaust valve settings
- Manual exhaust valve control
- Receive firmware updates
- Apple Watch control
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With the MotorCom App for iOS, you can easily configure your MotorCom module and customize the exhaust valve settings applied at startup. Key features include: • Adjust startup behavior, e.g. open it automatically when starting the car • Control the exhaust valve manually • Stay up to date with the latest firmware updates and improvements • Control the exhaust valve with your Apple Watch The app makes configuration as simple and intuitive as using the MotorCom module. Please note: A MotorCom OBD module is required to use the MotorCom App. Learn more at https://motorcom.io
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: bmTuned at 3.0 against MotorCom's 1.0. bmTuned also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). MotorCom's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 7 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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.
bmTuned holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
bmTuned ships an update every 7 months, MotorCom every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 9, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | bmTuned | MotorCom |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | OddsMedia, LLC | SG Software GmbH & Co. KG |
Customer experience
bmTuned
MotorCom
In-app purchases
bmTuned
No in-app purchases
MotorCom
No in-app purchases
