Comparison

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool vs Pro

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

Pro

This app allows operators to remotely monitor and control HMI screens on multiple applications from an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. It facilitates efficient monitoring of large or distant equipment and helps troubleshoot issues before reaching the machine.

Highlights
  • Remote HMI screen monitoring
  • Sub-display operation
  • Synchronized or Asynchronized Monitoring
  • Touch Exclusive Control
  • Remote Status Icon
  • Screen Shortcut
Features
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==================================================== Pro-face Remote HMI Price Revision! ==================================================== Pro-face Remote HMI software allows operators to check status of HMI screens on multiple applications remotely, and assist HMI operation as a sub-display of HMI unit connected with iPhone and iPad. - Quick 3 steps to use Pro-face Remote HMI 1. Prepare Wireless Router and connect to HMI. 2. Adjust GP application in GP-Pro EX and transfer it to HMI. 3. Download and install Pro-face Remote HMI in iPhone and iPad. Application: - Monitoring Anywhere of Large/Long Equipment Using the remote monitoring and operation functions, actions that previously required multiple staff for a large-sized machine or long-distance application can be easily accomplished by fewer operators. - Troubleshooting before running to troubled machine You can confirm possible causes of errors to prepare for necessary actions and tools before running down to the point of the problem. - Efficiently and effectively monitor machines on the factory floor Pro-face Remote HMI allows you to check machines and equipment for alarms, operating status, and other information using iPhone, iPad and from anywhere on the factory floor. Features: - Synchronized or Asynchronized Monitoring Pro-face Remote HMI lets you switch communication modes to monitor status. - Touch Exclusive Control Setting the monopolize touch function prevents unexpected operational misuses caused by redundant operation. Operation is re-enabled a preset time after Pro-face Remote HMI or the GP unit on the equipment has been operated. - Remote Status Icon A local operator can check the status of remote connection and touch monopoly of HMI server or remote client on a HMI screen for safer operation. - Screen Shortcut Images or texts of machines to monitor can be registered as shortcuts to easily jump from one HMI to another among multiple applications, for various working environments, such as in an office or manufacturing site. - Limitation - Supported HMI Editor for HMI Server: GP-Pro EX Ver. 3.1 or later - Refer to the GP-Pro EX manual for models (servers) that support the Pro-face Remote HMI feature. - Text and picture for which Blink is set in the server are not displayed in blinking in the client. - Reverse Display in 16 Level Monochrome color mode is not supported. - Touch operation in the Asynchronous Mode is available only for the functions that allow you to check display, such as "Screen Change", "Previous Screen", "Scroll" of [Switch/Lamp] and so on. When "Multifunction" mode is set, however, touch operation is disabled. - In Asynchronous Mode, neither a user window nor a system keypad can be displayed. - When the version is upgraded to iOS7 or later, the already saved password is reset. Enter the correct password again for connection. At the same time, the entered password is saved.

Screenshots

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool4 screens
Pro3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool at Free against Pro's $29.99. BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool also leads on review sentiment (57% vs 25%) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 7 months). On rating, ads, in-app purchases 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

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool is free to download; Pro costs $29.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool against 4.5 for Pro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool has 14K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 57% of BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool's written reviews are positive against 25% of Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool ships an update every 9 days, Pro every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool versus Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlueDriver OBD2 Scan ToolPro
PriceFree — better$29.99
Rating4.6 (14K ratings) — better4.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews57.1% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings14K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 7 months
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 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLemur Vehicle MonitorsSchneider Electric SAS

Customer experience

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool

All ratings13,691 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral2.2%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews863 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral5.3%
Negative37.5%

Pro

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

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

Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool

No in-app purchases

None

Pro

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 Pro free?
Pro costs $29.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool or Pro?
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool is rated higher. BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Pro averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.
Do BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool or Pro have ads?
Neither BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool nor Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool or Pro?
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool ships an update every 9 days, and Pro every 7 months. Most recently, BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool was updated on September 25, 2026 and Pro on September 22, 2026.

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