Ediag vs Tinker DIY
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ediag
Perform comprehensive vehicle diagnostics, including reading data flow, fault codes, and vehicle information. Generate professional diagnostic reports for major automobile manufacturers. Features one-key diagnosis and automatic VIN reading.
- Full-function diagnosis
- Read data flow
- Read/clear fault code
- Read vehicle information
- Automatic VIN reading
- Diagnostic reports
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Support full-function diagnosis, read data flow, read/clear fault code, read vehicle information. Select any vehicle diagnostic software, covering major automobile manufacturers.Support one-key diagnosis and automatic VIN reading. generate professional diagnostic reports.
Tinker DIY
Instantly connect with certified automotive experts through live video chat for car repair help, pre-purchase inspections, or rideshare vehicle safety checks. Get professional guidance for buying, selling, or maintaining your vehicle.
- Live video chat with experts
- Rideshare inspection
- Turo annual safety inspection
- Used car buying/selling guidance
- Real-time car repair assistance
- ASE-certified mechanics
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Tinker: On-Demand Vehicle Inspections & Expert Car Help Get your vehicle inspection done quickly and easily, right from your phone. Tinker gives you on-demand access to certified automotive experts for Uber, Lyft, and Turo inspections, plus real-time help with your car. Get Your Vehicle Inspection Completed On-Demand Need an inspection for rideshare or carsharing purposes? Start your inspection whenever you're ready - no appointment needed. Connect with a certified Tinker mechanic through the app and complete your inspection virtually. Expert Car Help When You Need It Have a question about your car? Talk to a certified mechanic about warning lights, strange noises, maintenance, repairs, and more. Get expert guidance without having to visit a shop. Why Tinker? On-demand access - no appointment needed Virtual vehicle inspections from your phone Certified automotive experts Real-time video guidance Convenient help from wherever you are without a trip to the shop Get three tries to pass if your inspection fails for any reason Whether you need an inspection or help figuring out what's going on with your car, Tinker makes it easier to get expert automotive help when you need it.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Tinker DIY at 4.7 against Ediag's 4.3. Tinker DIY also leads on review sentiment (45% vs 30%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Ediag's advantage is monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Tinker DIY holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.6K and 2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of Ediag's written reviews are positive against 45% of Tinker DIY's.
Ediag ships an update every 2 months, Tinker DIY every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | Ediag | Tinker DIY |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (1.6K ratings) | 4.7 (2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 29.6% of reviews | 45.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.6K | 2K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 455 MB | 116 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shenzhen Kingbolen Electrics Technology Co., Ltd. | Glocal development LLC |
Customer experience
Ediag
Tinker DIY
User reviews
Ediag
From 1.6K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- ✅ Comprehensive diagnostic information and functionality
- 🎯 Works well for specific vehicle models (Chevy, Acura, etc.)
- 💪 Advanced features like glow plug programming and ECU coding
- 📱 Helpful AI and YouTube integration for guidance
- 🔧 Good value for price compared to expensive scan tools
Room to improve
- 💰 Hidden subscription fees for special functions ($19.99 each)
- 🐛 App crashes frequently after updates
- ❌ Poor vehicle compatibility with newer models (2023+)
- 🔐 Requires location data and network connectivity
- 😕 Confusing user interface and unclear section titles
Tinker DIY
From 2K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Great service
- 🚀 Quick and easy
- 💰 Saved money
- 🔧 Helpful mechanics
- 🤖 Useful for DIY
Room to improve
- 🔒 Requires personal information
- 💰 Expensive pricing
- 🐛 App doesn't work
- 🤷♂️ Unhelpful mechanics
- 🚫 Limited car support
Bugs and requests
Ediag
Reported bugs
12 issues- App crashes after latest update
- Activation fails with correct codes (used devices)
- Communication errors during diagnostics
- VIN finder doesn't work well for older cars
- First-day connection issues requiring account reset
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- Cannot clear all error codes completely
- Doesn't recognize 2023+ vehicle models
- Login validation errors after updates
- Slow code retrieval compared to competitors
- Device stops working unexpectedly
- Firmware update required for initial functionality
- Cannot identify common manufacturers automatically
Requested features
10 requests- Support for newer vehicle models (2023+)
- Better auto-identification for Ford and other manufacturers
- Language settings menu (Turkish language support mentioned)
- Ability to command multiple functions from same test screen
- Improved VIN finder for older vehicles (1990s-2000s)
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- Support for MG Siac models
- iOS/iPhone compatibility
- Clearer section titles and better documentation
- Ability to perform ABS bleeding on Chevy vehicles
- Support for Ford Galaxy vehicles
Tinker DIY
Reported bugs
3 issues- Login/signup issues
- App crashes or freezes
- Disconnected calls not refunded
Requested features
3 requests- Add support for motorcycles
- Allow searching for brand-specific mechanics
- Improve communication with expert applicants
In-app purchases
Ediag
No in-app purchases
Tinker DIY
No in-app purchases
