TRENDnet CloudView vs OBD2 Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TRENDnet CloudView
Access live video streams from compatible TRENDnet cloud cameras directly on your mobile device. Connect wirelessly or via 3G for remote viewing anytime, anywhere.
- Live video streaming
- Remote viewing
- Wireless connection
- 3G connection support
- Compatible TRENDnet camera models
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TRENDnet CloudView software allows you to view live video from a TRENDnet cloud camera . View live video through your mobile device via a wireless or 3G connection. Supported TRENDnet Cloud camera models: •TV-IP751WC •TV-IP751WIC •TV-IP851WC •TV-IP851WIC •TV-IP762IC •TV-IP862IC •TV-IP743SIC •TV-IP745SIC Supported Platforms: •support iOS 6.1 or later
OBD2 Scanner
Transform your smartphone into a powerful car diagnostic tool. Monitor real-time engine data, read and clear trouble codes, and track your vehicle's performance. Customize your dashboard and access repair manuals to understand and fix issues.
- Real-time engine data monitoring
- Read and clear trouble codes
- Performance tracking
- Customizable dashboards
- Repair manual database
- Compatibility with OBD2 ELM327 adapters
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Turn your phone into a car scanner : Diagnose & monitor with OBD2 Torque - Car Scanner ELM 327 ! Unlock your car's full potential: - OBD2 Diagnostics: Read & clear trouble codes, view real-time engine & sensor data. - Car Maintenance: Track service history, oil changes, and maintenance schedules. - Smart Driving Tools: HUD mode on windshield, Parking Finder, and Quick Navigation. - Performance Tracking: Monitor fuel efficiency, acceleration, and live gauges. - Custom Dashboards: Build personalized views with the info you need most. - Universal Compatibility: Supports standard OBD2 ELM327 Bluetooth/Wi-Fi scanners. Using tips: - The app requires a Wi-Fi or or Bluetooth 4.0 (Bluetooth LE) OBD2 ELM327 compatible adapter (device) to work. ELM327 devices plug into the diagnostics socket in the car and give your phone access to car diagnostics. - If you buy one of the cheap OBD2 ELM327 adapters , then make sure it’s not marked as v.2.1. These adapters are supported, but they have lots of bugs. - Vehicle ECUs vary in the amount of sensors supported. This app can’t show you something that is not provided by your car. Notice - This app are free-to-install, but has some premium features that need purchase/subscribe to use. Non-subscribed users can use each Premium feature for a limited number of times per day. - Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled 24 hours before the end of the period. - Manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your account settings. - Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you subscribe. Term of use: https://appforlife.moniqtap.com/index.php/term-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://appforlife.moniqtap.com/index.php/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: OBD2 Scanner at 4.6 against TRENDnet CloudView's 2.3. OBD2 Scanner also leads on ratings volume (974 vs 46). TRENDnet CloudView's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and update cadence 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. OBD2 Scanner sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. TRENDnet CloudView asks for nothing beyond the download.
OBD2 Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBD2 Scanner has 974 ratings behind it against 46, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 28% of TRENDnet CloudView's written reviews are positive against 23% of OBD2 Scanner's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
TRENDnet CloudView ships an update every 2 months, OBD2 Scanner monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TRENDnet CloudView | OBD2 Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (46 ratings) | 4.6 (974 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 28.2% of reviews — better | 23.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 46 | 974 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 102 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TRENDnet Inc. | Phong Pham |
Customer experience
TRENDnet CloudView
OBD2 Scanner
User reviews
TRENDnet CloudView
From 46 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 📱 Easy remote camera access from anywhere
- 🖼️ Clear image quality when working
- ⚙️ Simple setup process (when functional)
- 🌙 Good night vision capability
- 💰 Affordable camera hardware
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
- ⌨️ Keyboard input field malfunction during setup
- 🔌 Unreliable cloud connectivity
- 📉 Poor audio quality and static
- ⏱️ Slow connection and high lag
OBD2 Scanner
From 974 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Simple and easy to use setup
- ✅ Works well for some vehicle models
- ⭐ Useful for basic OBD2 scanning
Room to improve
- 💰 Expensive pricing for limited functionality
- 🐛 Bluetooth connection drops frequently
- ❌ Poor compatibility with many vehicle models
- 📱 Deceptive UI with hidden exit menus
- 🔒 Security concerns and unauthorized charges
Bugs and requests
TRENDnet CloudView
Reported bugs
14 issues- Password change screen keyboard doesn't appear
- Input fields become inactive during initial setup
- App crashes when selecting camera to view
- Cloud service connection failures
- Audio not working on iOS devices
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- App incompatible with iOS 11, 12, 13+ versions
- Five-minute viewing time limit imposed
- PTZ controls reversed for inverted cameras
- Image stretched in landscape mode
- Motion detection sending false alerts
- Settings button non-functional
- App closes when phone locks during monitoring
- Notifications not pushing after iOS updates
- Login credentials not saving between sessions
Requested features
12 requests- Update app for latest iOS compatibility
- Implement preset camera positions
- Add motion detection sensitivity controls
- Enable background operation to prevent auto-lock
- Support multiple camera view on single screen
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- Add video recording capability
- Improve audio quality
- Add ability to reorder cameras via drag-and-drop
- Implement easy motion alert toggle in app
- Fix PTZ control reversal for ceiling-mounted cameras
- Add day/night mode toggle
- Improve password change field functionality
OBD2 Scanner
Reported bugs
8 issues- Bluetooth connection drops and requires reboot
- App fails to connect to OBD2 devices
- Sensors display N/A values in paid version
- Cannot select vehicle profile
- App crashes or becomes unresponsive
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- Fault code reading not functioning
- Unauthorized subscription charges after trial
- Device not recognized by application
Requested features
6 requests- Oil temperature and transmission data
- Wheel sensor information
- Pending DTC display
- Permanent check engine light clearing
- Module-specific scanning selection
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- Better privacy controls and data protection
In-app purchases
TRENDnet CloudView
No in-app purchases
OBD2 Scanner
- Premium weeky freetrial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Premium Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
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- Premium Monthly$17.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$69.99
Questions
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