BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool vs Jerrycan
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
Jerrycan
This app helps drivers track fuel consumption, mileage, and expenses to improve driving efficiency and reduce costs. It provides personalized tips for eco-driving and offers insights into fuel spending. The app also includes gas station ratings and allows for seamless data import from other applications.
- Track actual fuel consumption
- Monitor MPG and mileage
- Calculate fuel expenses
- Improve driving habits with tips
- Eco-driving for cost savings
- Gas station ratings
- Import data from other apps
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Designed for every driver, Jerrycan tracks your car actual fuel consumption, MPG and mileage. The application becomes your personal coach that helps you improve fuel-efficient driving, cut fuel expenses and reduce the impact on the ecology. "It’s easy enough to track your mileage with your car’s odometer, but if you’re looking to collect that data over the course of months, or add in other factors, Jerrycan’s a great way to do it." – Lifehacker *Actual Fuel Consumption Jerrycan shows your actual fuel consumption, MPG and mileage for city road and motorway. Advanced statistics and reports encourage you waste less fuel. *Track Your Fuel Expenses Know your real cost per mile or km and how much you spend on fuel daily, monthly or lifetime. Easily calculate the cost of your next trip basing on previous experience. *Improve Driving Habits Providing individual driving tips and guides, Jerrycan becomes your personal coach that helps you drive smoother, more fuel efficient and greener. *Eco Driving: Cost Saving With basic eco-driving skills, you can save up to 20% of your fuel bills, which is huge. As well as saving on fuel you can significantly reduce carbon footprint in your country or state. *Ease to Use Enter fill-up details with just a few taps only. Jerrycan has intuitive sliders for entering data instead of typing lots of numbers. *Reminds to Save Fill-up Data Whenever you're on the gas station to fill up the tank with fuel, Jerrycan will remind you to save fill-up details. *Gas Station Ratings Use the best for your car. View gas station ratings and select the best gas station to fill up your car with high-quality fuel. *Import Data Seamlessly If you’re using any other fuel tracking app and tired of filling out numerous numbers, outdated and clumsy interface, you can easily switch to Jerrycan. Simply import your data to Jerrycan app. The next Jerrycan major update will include maintenance logbook. GPS is only used to detect your location when you're at the gas station and send a reminding notification to save fill-up data. Use of GPS running in the background can decrease battery life. With any questions or issues, you might have please contact our Team at: support@jerrycan.io
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool at 4.6 against Jerrycan's 3.9. BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (14K vs 49). Jerrycan's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.6). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool has 14K ratings behind it against 49, 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 43% of Jerrycan's.
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool ships an update every 9 days, Jerrycan every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool | Jerrycan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (14K ratings) — better | 3.9 (49 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 57.2% of reviews — better | 42.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 14K — better | 49 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 9.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 278 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lemur Vehicle Monitors | Pavlo Grozian |
Customer experience
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool
Jerrycan
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
Jerrycan
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
BlueDriver OBD2 Scan Tool
No in-app purchases
Jerrycan
No in-app purchases
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