Comparison

VIN Scanner vs Black Book Cherry

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

Head to head
About

VIN Scanner

This app provides automotive professionals with data-driven insights for used car appraisal and decision-making. It offers VIN scanning, valuation data from multiple sources, and vehicle history reports to help maximize profit margins.

Highlights
  • VIN barcode scanning
  • Vehicle valuation data (J.D. Power, KBB, etc.)
  • CARFAX & Experian AutoCheck reports
  • Retail sales data analysis
  • Auction market reports
  • Dealer tools for sharing and syncing
Features
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Built specifically for Automotive Professionals (Registration Required), Laser Appraiser is the industry-standard tool for confident, data-driven used car decisions. Make informed buying and selling choices with Laser Appraiser and the original VIN Scanner today! Starting at $49 per month, Laser Appraiser VIN Scanner is built for automotive professionals, providing instant access to industry-leading valuation data. Scan a VIN and unlock wholesale, retail, and trade-in values from J.D. Power (NADA), Black Book, Kelley Blue Book, Galves, Manheim Market Report (MMR), and more. Plus, get free integrated CARFAX™ and Experian AutoCheck history reports. Whether on the lot or at auction, VIN Scanner delivers fast and accurate VIN barcode scanning, manual VIN entry, and vehicle searches by Year, Make, and Model. **Designed for Licensed Automotive & Insurance Professionals** No hidden fees, no gimmicks—just transparent pricing with powerful tools to help you maximize used car profit margins. Laser Appraiser combines multiple data sources to deliver the most accurate, real-time vehicle appraisals. Identify hot market trends, optimize inventory, and increase ROI with our wholesaling solutions. **Unlock Critical Vehicle Insights Instantly** * Pricing Guides – View wholesale, retail, and trade-in values from J.D. Power, Black Book, Kelley Blue Book, Galves, MMR, and more. * Vehicle History Reports – Instantly check CARFAX™ and AutoCheck for a quick vehicle history overview or detailed reporting. * Retail Sales Data – Analyze live sales trends and Market Days’ Supply (MDS) with proprietary Laser Appraiser data. * Local Market Performance – Research fast-selling vehicles in your area with Retail Market View (RMV) to stay ahead of competitors. **Powerful Dealer Tools** * Attach photos, condition reports, appraisals, and vehicle details for easy sharing, printing, or downloading. * Sync notes and appraisals across teams instantly. * Gain FREE access to major auction providers: Manheim, Auction Edge Pipeline, Adesa, XCIRA, and Integrated Auction Solutions. **Auction Insights at Your Fingertips** * Auction Market Reports – Access wholesale auction data covering 80%+ of U.S. auctions. * Auction Performance – Evaluate historical and projected vehicle values with Manheim Market Report insights. * Auction Run Lists – Browse U.S. and Canadian auction run lists before they go live. * Auction Searches – Create and save custom auction searches for quick access to upcoming sales. **Try Laser Appraiser Today!** Download now for a FREE TRIAL of the most trusted car appraisal and profit-finding tool. Visit laserappraiser.com or call (706) 504-9333 to learn more.

About

Black Book Cherry

This app provides automotive professionals with industry-leading vehicle valuation data, market insights, and inventory recommendations. It helps users make informed buying and selling decisions quickly through VIN scanning and various search options.

Highlights
  • Wholesale, Retail, and Trade-In values
  • History Adjusted Values
  • Local Retail Market Insights
  • Auction pre-sale inventory recommendations
  • VIN Scan, Free Form, and Year, Make, Model search
  • Save and share vehicles
Features
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**Black Book Cherry, a Black Book Digital product, is available to registered automotive professionals only with Black Book Digital accounts.** Black Book Cherry helps automotive professionals make better and faster buying and selling decisions. Take advantage of all of Cherry's features: * Black Book's industry leading Wholesale, Retail, and Trade-In values * History Adjusted Values - quickly understand the value impact of a vehicle's history report * Local Retail Market Insights * Intelligently recommends auction pre-sale inventory based on your buying preferences * VIN Scan, Free Form, and Year, Make, Model search capabilities * Save and share vehicles of interest We iterate frequently to continue to improve the app and provide more features. Have questions or feedback? Email us at support@blackbook.com Privacy Policy: https://www.blackbook.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.blackbook.com/black-book-digital-eula/

Screenshots

VIN Scanner4 screens
Black Book Cherry4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: VIN Scanner at 83% against Black Book Cherry's 7%. VIN Scanner also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). On price, ads, monetization model 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. Black Book Cherry sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per month. VIN Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VIN Scanner ships an update every 2 months, Black Book Cherry every 7 months. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
VIN Scanner versus Black Book Cherry: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVIN ScannerBlack Book Cherry
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews — better7.1% of reviews
Number of ratings3.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationSubscriptionSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB2 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperLaser Appraiser, LLCBlack Book

Customer experience

VIN Scanner

All ratings2,199 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral1.8%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews150 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral5.3%
Negative11.3%

Black Book Cherry

Written reviews14 reviews
Positive7.1%
Neutral7.1%
Negative85.7%

Bugs and requests

VIN Scanner

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent app crashes
  • Slow loading of vehicle information
  • Inconsistent mileage data
  • Refresh issues when selecting options

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved stability and reliability
  • Faster scanning and data retrieval
  • More modern and intuitive UI design
  • Competitive pricing options
  • Ability to view auction details and history

Black Book Cherry

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

VIN Scanner

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Black Book Cherry

Subscriptions5
  • Cars of Particular Interest$34.991 Month
  • MD & HD Trucks and Trailers$34.991 Month
  • Motorcycle and Powersports$34.991 Month
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  • Recreational Vehicles$34.991 Month
  • Used Cars$84.991 Month

Questions

Is VIN Scanner free?
VIN Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Black Book Cherry free?
Black Book Cherry is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do VIN Scanner or Black Book Cherry have ads?
Neither VIN Scanner nor Black Book Cherry shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VIN Scanner or Black Book Cherry?
VIN Scanner ships an update every 2 months, and Black Book Cherry every 7 months. Most recently, VIN Scanner was updated on October 26, 2026 and Black Book Cherry on October 26, 2026.

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