Comparison

OBDSTAR vs ImmoBase

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

OBDSTAR

A handheld maintenance database for technicians, offering technical support, data queries, video viewing, and after-sales consultation. It provides a comprehensive database for automotive, motorcycle, and marine maintenance, aiming for efficient and professional service.

Highlights
  • Handheld maintenance database
  • Technical support
  • Data query
  • Video viewing
  • After-sales consultation
  • Comprehensive maintenance data
Features
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"OBDSTAR" APP is a handheld maintenance database designed for maintenance technicians. It is a service APP that can bring more convenient, efficient and professional services to end-users, integrating technical support, data query, video viewing, after-sales consultation, feedback and other multi-functions. It supports a comprehensive maintenance data query database for automobiles, motorcycles, ships, etc. With powerful functions and excellent experience, it is a practical service platform for maintenance technicians to solve their problems.

About

ImmoBase

Features
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ImmoBase Your go-to automotive locksmith reference app - built for professionals and continuously updated. With an ImmoBase subscription, you get direct access to our growing vehicle and parts databases without waiting for traditional app updates. New vehicle coverage, parts, programming information and other database improvements can become available as they are added. What makes ImmoBase tick: Vehicle Programming Reference: * Access vehicle-specific information for Add Key, All Keys Lost, Remote Learning, Tips & Tricks, and more where available. Powerful Parts Database: * Search across 1,800+ parts and growing by, part number, FCC, make, model, year, or button combination. Browse smart keys, remote head keys, flip keys, fobs, transponder keys, and more with available fitments, OEM part numbers, and other relevant specifications. Unique C.I.D. Lookup: * Each supported part includes its own C.I.D. identifier, making it easier to cross-reference parts with your inventory and move between vehicle and parts information. VIN Decoder: * Decode a VIN and continue directly into Vehicle Search with the year, make, and model carried over automatically. Connected Vehicle-to-Parts Search: * Move directly from Vehicle Details into Part Search to quickly narrow down compatible parts for the selected vehicle. Recent Lookup History: * Quickly return to previously viewed vehicles, VINs, and parts without starting your search over. Built-in Notes & Feedback: * Save your own notes and submit corrections, suggestions, or additional information directly through the app. Protected Subscriber Access: * Device binding helps protect professional subscriber access, while built-in expiration reminders help you stay aware of upcoming renewals. Hassle-Free Onboarding: * Apply for professional access, upload verification documents, track your application status, choose a subscription plan, and complete activation directly through the app. Whether you're identifying a key, checking programming requirements, cross-referencing a part number, or preparing for an unfamiliar vehicle, ImmoBase puts useful automotive locksmith information in one place. ImmoBase is primarily focused on USA vehicle and parts coverage. Information for other regions may be available where supported. Stay prepared for the next job with ImmoBase.

Screenshots

OBDSTAR4 screens
ImmoBase4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ImmoBase at none against OBDSTAR's shown. ImmoBase also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OBDSTAR ships an update every 6 months, ImmoBase every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
OBDSTAR versus ImmoBase: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOBDSTARImmoBase
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.5 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.515.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size122 MB53 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer深圳市轩宇车鼎科技有限公司Ronald Persaud

In-app purchases

None

OBDSTAR

No in-app purchases

None

ImmoBase

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OBDSTAR free?
OBDSTAR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ImmoBase free?
ImmoBase is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do OBDSTAR or ImmoBase have ads?
OBDSTAR shows ads; ImmoBase does not.
Which is updated more often, OBDSTAR or ImmoBase?
OBDSTAR ships an update every 6 months, and ImmoBase every 2 months. Most recently, OBDSTAR was updated on October 9, 2026 and ImmoBase on October 1, 2026.

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