# DashCommand vs OnTrack

The clearest difference is price: OnTrack at Free against DashCommand's $9.99. OnTrack also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months). DashCommand's advantage is rating (4.2 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 54). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

OnTrack is free to download; DashCommand costs $9.99 up front. DashCommand sells 14 one-off in-app purchases and OnTrack sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DashCommand holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DashCommand has 2.1K ratings behind it against 54, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of DashCommand's written reviews are positive against 37% of OnTrack's.

DashCommand ships an update every 3 months, OnTrack every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DashCommand | OnTrack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.2 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dashcommand-obd-ii-gauges/id321293183/reviews)** | [3.3 (54 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ontrack-obd2-scanner/id6446315145/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 54 |
| Positive reviews | **47.6% of reviews** | 37.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#62** | — |
| Size | 49 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Auto Meter Products, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1051124752) | [OnTrack Apps Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1647551624) |

## What reviewers say

### DashCommand

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dashcommand-obd-ii-gauges/id321293183)

**Currently charting:** #62 Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

Turn your smartphone into a powerful vehicle monitoring and diagnostic tool. Track engine performance, fuel economy, and instantly diagnose check engine lights. Features advanced dashboards for performance analysis and off-roading.

**Highlights:** Customizable vehicle performance display, Engine and vehicle data logging, Read and clear check engine lights, Professional skidpad for G-force analysis, Race track mapping, Inclinometer for off-roading, Data log playback

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ford 2002 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ford 2003 | $9.99 | one-time |
| GM 2000 | $9.99 | one-time |
| GM 2001 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ford 2013 | $9.99 | one-time |
| GM 1998 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ford 2004 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ford 2005 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ford 2006 | $9.99 | one-time |
| GM 2002 | $9.99 | one-time |
| GM 2003 | $9.99 | one-time |
| GM 2004 | $9.99 | one-time |
| GM 2005 | $9.99 | one-time |
| GM 1999 | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Useful features
- 🔧 Helps diagnose issues
- 💰 Worth the money
- 🔍 Provides lots of data

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connection issues
- 🔍 Limited vehicle support
- 🕰️ Outdated app
- 💰 Expensive add-ons
- 🔋 Battery drain

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Fails to connect to OBD2 adapter
- Incorrect data readings
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Expired license/subscription problems

**Requested features**

- CarPlay support
- More customization options
- Automatic vehicle detection
- Improved user interface
- Expanded vehicle compatibility


### OnTrack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ontrack-obd2-scanner/id6446315145)

Monitor your car's real-time performance data on the racetrack with this CarPlay-enabled app. Set custom alerts for critical parameters like temperature to optimize your vehicle's performance and stay focused on the road.

**Highlights:** CarPlay integration, Real-time performance monitoring, Engine RPM, coolant temperature, oil pressure, Customizable temperature alerts, Instant notifications for threshold breaches, User-friendly display

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly - Best Value | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great CarPlay integration
- 💡 Useful for monitoring temps and info
- 🚀 Fast refresh rate
- 👍 Easy to read info at a glance
- 👍 Highly customizable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connection issues with various dongles
- 🐛 Lack of support/unresponsive developers
- 🐛 App crashes
- 🐛 Limited PIDs available
- 🐛 Boost pressure limit

**Reported bugs**

- Lost connections with Vgate Pro
- App crashes as soon as it connects to OBD2 reader since iOS 18
- Öltemperatur (Oil temperature) not read for VW/Audi vehicles
- Boost bar maxes at 1.5 bar / 22.3psi
- Not connecting to OBDLink CX

**Requested features**

- Add gauges instead of numbers for CarPlay
- Add more PIDs (e.g., exhaust gas temperature, transmission temp)
- Vehicle selector
- Support landscape mode
- Add custom PIDs for vehicle-specific measurements


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DashCommand free?

DashCommand costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is OnTrack free?

OnTrack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DashCommand or OnTrack?

DashCommand is rated higher. DashCommand averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while OnTrack averages 3.3 from 54 ratings.

### Do DashCommand or OnTrack have ads?

Neither DashCommand nor OnTrack shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DashCommand or OnTrack?

DashCommand ships an update every 3 months, and OnTrack every 4 weeks. Most recently, DashCommand was updated on September 22, 2026 and OnTrack on September 23, 2026.

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