Comparison

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool vs xHP Flashtool

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

Head to head
About

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool

This app turns your smartphone into a powerful OBD2 scan tool. It allows you to read and clear trouble codes, view live data, and generate detailed repair reports for your vehicle. Understand your car's issues and make informed repair decisions.

Highlights
  • Read and clear trouble codes (Check Engine, ABS, etc.)
  • Generate professional-grade Repair Reports
  • Access Mode 6 and smog readiness data
  • View live data with interactive graphing
  • Wireless Bluetooth scanning
  • Likely fixes explained in plain language
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BlueDriver® transforms your iPhone or iPad into a powerful OBD2 scan tool – trusted by over 1 million drivers, from professional mechanics to DIYers. Paired with the BlueDriver Bluetooth® Sensor (sold separately), it lets you read codes, diagnose issues, and fix your car with confidence—no wires, no guesswork. Whether you're checking a check engine light, running a smog test, or diving into enhanced diagnostics like ABS or transmission codes, BlueDriver gives you the tools you need to understand your vehicle and make smarter repair decisions – with clear, easy-to-understand information. What You Can Do with BlueDriver · Read and clear trouble codes - including check engine, ABS, airbag, transmission, and more · Generate, save, and share professional-grade Repair Reports based on your exact vehicle and trouble code · Access Mode 6 on-board monitoring test results · Check smog readiness and freeze frame data · View live data with multi-PID interactive graphing · Scan your vehicle wirelessly with Bluetooth—no cables required · Choose between metric and imperial settings · Get likely fixes for your vehicle’s issues, explained in plain language Enhanced Diagnostics Coverage · GM, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Mercedes (2005+ models) · Mitsubishi (2008+), Hyundai/Kia (2012+) – available worldwide · BMW/Mini, Honda/Acura, Volkswagen/Audi – available in North America · Subaru – available in the United States What Makes BlueDriver Different? · No subscription required · Backed by a database of millions real-world fixes · Repair Reports are specific to your vehicle’s year, make, and model · Works globally with the BlueDriver Sensor · App is free to install—just pair with the Sensor to start scanning You can even preview a Repair Report without a Sensor by entering your VIN and a trouble code. Account Setup Made Easy You’ll create a BlueDriver account during setup—it’s quick and easy, and gives you secure access to all your scans, reports, and new features across any device. Important Info The BlueDriver Sensor plugs into your vehicle’s data port (found in every car built since 1996). It connects to the app via Bluetooth® to deliver full diagnostic functionality. Sensor sold separately in-app or at www.BlueDriver.com

About

xHP Flashtool

This app offers a complete tuning solution for ZF automatic and DCT transmissions. It allows users to customize their transmission's behavior, from smooth and comfortable to race-ready performance, directly from their Apple devices. Unlock the full potential of your vehicle's transmission.

Highlights
  • ZF transmission tuning
  • Customizable shift behavior
  • OTS map selection
  • DCT transmission support
  • iOS/iPadOS/Mac M1 compatibility
  • Multiple adapter options
Features
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xHP Flashtool is the worldwide first and complete Tuning solution for your ZF6HP, ZF8HP Automatic or 7-Speed DCT transmission. xHP is the only tool that focuses fully on getting the best from your Auto-Transmission and is the worldwide leading solution for the best vehicles from Bavaria! xHP put's the power to fully customize your automatic transmission at your hands. Connect your Apple iPhone, IPad or Mac M1 to your car and customize by yourself or choose from pre-defined OTS maps. The ZF Autos are used throughout the whole range, from the 1-Series hatchbacks, to the mighty Alpina and M cars! While the hardware stays widely the same throughout all applications and is mainly divided in only 2 types (6HP19/21 and 6HP26/28 for 6-Speed, 8HP45/50/51 and 8HP70/75/76 for 8-Speed), the software inside the controller makes it possible to adapt the transmission, to every vehicle and mimic a wide range of driver styles. Smooth and comfy in the Luxury applications, the same transmission can be tweaked to deliver snap-on take-off behavior, surprisingly fast shift times and even race-style throttle blips on downshifts. Tweaking your transmission is not only about getting quicker, or holding more power. An automatic transmission is deeply involved into vehicle dynamics and contributes very much to the overall driving experience. From crawling in traffic, over city driving, to taking your vehicle to the drag strip or a race track, the TCU widely defines how your car feels. Like everyone drives different with a manual, the maps inside the TCU hide the secrets to tweak your automatic transmission to your personal likings and finally experience what was once promised in the glossy brochure: Sheer driving pleasure! For a seamless start, please read the manual on needed hardware and prerequisites: https://www.xhpflashtool.com To connect to your car, you have many options: xHP Wifi Adapter (blue), Wifi Thor Adapter, MHD Wifi Adapter (black and orange) or a standard OBD INPA USB or ENET cable! Please check our Connect-Diagram on our website to get further information and sources! https://www.xhpflashtool.com/connect_diagram/

Screenshots

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool4 screens
xHP Flashtool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: xHP Flashtool at 94% against BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool's 57%. xHP Flashtool also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.6). BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid) and ratings volume (14K vs 2.7K). On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

xHP Flashtool holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool has 14K ratings behind it against 2.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool's written reviews are positive against 94% of xHP Flashtool's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool ships an update every 9 days, xHP Flashtool weekly. Both last shipped on October 1, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool versus xHP Flashtool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlueDriver OBD2 Scan ToolxHP Flashtool
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (14K ratings)4.9 (2.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews57.2% of reviews94.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14K — better2.7K
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size278 MB275 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLemur Vehicle MonitorsxAutomotive GmbH

Customer experience

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool

All ratings13,691 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral2.2%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews884 reviews
Positive57.2%
Neutral5.2%
Negative37.6%

xHP Flashtool

All ratings2,714 ratings
Positive98.6%
Neutral0.4%
Negative1.0%
Written reviews270 reviews
Positive94.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.9%

User reviews

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool

From 14K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Excellent diagnostic capabilities
  • 💰 Great value for money
  • 🔍 Detailed fault code information
  • 📚 Helpful repair suggestions

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional Bluetooth connectivity issues
  • ⚠️ Limited support for some vehicle makes/models
  • 🚫 Cannot read odometer information
  • 🚫 Lack of advanced features for professional mechanics
  • 🚫 No support for European vehicle VINs

xHP Flashtool

From 2.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Improved performance and responsiveness
  • 👍 Easy to use and customize
  • 🔧 Excellent customer support
  • 💥 Significant driving experience enhancement
  • 🏎️ Faster and more responsive shifts

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connection issues
  • 🔍 Compatibility concerns with newer vehicles
  • 💰 Perceived high cost of license

Bugs and requests

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Occasional app crashes
  • Failure to detect vehicle faults in some cases
  • Inability to update firmware on certain devices

Requested features

10 requests
  • Add support for more vehicle makes and models
  • Improve Bluetooth stability and connectivity
  • Implement odometer reading functionality
  • Expand diagnostic capabilities to include more advanced features
  • Add support for European vehicle VINs
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  • Enable reading of additional fault codes (e.g., airbag)
  • Maintain compatibility with older iOS versions
  • Introduce CarPlay integration
  • Add customizable live data dashboards
  • Implement audible alerts for critical sensor readings

xHP Flashtool

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes during reflash process
  • Inability to sign out of account with wrong email

Requested features

3 requests
  • Expand compatibility to more vehicle models
  • Offer more affordable licensing options
  • Implement demo/trial mode for potential users

In-app purchases

None

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool

No in-app purchases

None

xHP Flashtool

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool free?
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is xHP Flashtool free?
xHP Flashtool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool or xHP Flashtool?
xHP Flashtool is rated higher. BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while xHP Flashtool averages 4.9 from 2.7K ratings.
Do BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool or xHP Flashtool have ads?
Neither BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool nor xHP Flashtool shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool or xHP Flashtool?
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool ships an update every 9 days, and xHP Flashtool weekly. Most recently, BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool was updated on October 1, 2026 and xHP Flashtool on October 1, 2026.

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