BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool vs Auto Care Plus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
Auto Care Plus
This app helps you organize and track all your vehicle's maintenance records, service history, and important reminders. It provides recall information and allows for data syncing and backup across your devices.
- Track unlimited vehicles
- Log service history and notes
- Set custom maintenance reminders
- View NHTSA recalls
- iCloud sync and backup
- Export and import data
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Can't remember your last oil change? Not sure if your auto has an open recall? Auto Care Plus is the car maintenance tracker that keeps every service record, reminder, and recall in one place, so you never have to guess about your auto again. SIRI AND SHORTCUTS Add an auto, log a service note, set a reminder, or check what is due, all by voice. Your autos and service notes show up in Spotlight search, and everything is available in the Shortcuts app. SYNC Store all of your Auto Care data in iCloud for syncing across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and for use as a cloud backup. REMINDERS Need to be reminded to rotate your tires? Change the oil? Replace the brakes? Reminders are here! Set a reminder date on any service note and a notification arrives when it is time. Dated auto events, like inspections and registration renewals, can also appear in your Calendar. Do you like everything to be organized? If so, the best way to keep your auto maintenance records organized is by using Auto Care Plus. FEATURES • Manage unlimited autos • Track oil changes, tire rotation, battery replacement, regular services, and more • Keep notes on each auto • Add reminders • View recalls from the NHTSA • Search autos and service notes • iCloud sync, backup, and storage across your devices • VIN lookup • Add autos, notes, events, and reminders with Siri • Find autos and service notes in Spotlight search • Build your own routines in the Shortcuts app • Export and import your data • Data history • Always remember your license plate number • Share your notes via email, messages, and more PRICING Auto Care Plus offers a Monthly plan at $1.99 and a Yearly plan at $7.99, each starting with a 30 day trial, plus a Lifetime purchase at $24.99. Terms of Use: https://moonwink.com/auto-care-plus-terms Privacy Policy: https://moonwink.com/auto-care-plus-privacy We would love to hear from you. Contact us here: https://autocareplus.moonwink.com/contact
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Verdict
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool and Auto Care Plus both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Auto Care Plus's written reviews are positive against 57% of BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool's. BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (14K vs 22). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Auto Care Plus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool against 4.7 for Auto Care Plus. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool has 14K ratings behind it against 22, 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 100% of Auto Care Plus's.
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool ships an update fortnightly, Auto Care Plus every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool | Auto Care Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (14K ratings) | 4.7 (22 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 57.2% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 14K — better | 22 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 273 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lemur Vehicle Monitors | Larry Aasen |
Customer experience
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool
Auto Care Plus
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
Auto Care Plus
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool
No in-app purchases
Auto Care Plus
- Monthly1 Month trial$1.991 Month
- Yearly1 Month trial$7.991 Year
- Lifetime$24.99
Questions
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