Comparison

OBDocker vs CodigosDTC

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

Head to head
About

OBDocker

This app acts as a professional OBD2 car scanner, enabling users to diagnose, service, and customize their vehicles. It offers comprehensive diagnostic modes, real-time data monitoring, and various service functions like oil resets and battery registration.

Highlights
  • Triple-mode diagnostics (Full-Systems, Multi-Systems, Quick Scan)
  • Triple-mode live data monitoring (Health, Engine, Dash)
  • Full-cycle service functions (Emissions Pre-Check, Control Tests, Oil Reset, Battery Registration)
  • One-click car setting adjustments and retrofits
  • Supports a wide range of car brands and models
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Crafted with user-friendliness and power in mind, OBDocker is a professional OBD2 car scanner app that empowers you to diagnose, service, and customize your vehicles with ease and precision. ************************* KEY FEATURES → Triple-Mode Diagnostics ○ Full-Systems Diagnose: One-Click OE-Level full-systems diagnostics. ○ Multi-Systems Diagnose: Scan multiple systems through ECUs filtering such as TMS, SRS, ABS, TCM, BCM and many more. ○ Quick Scan: Swiftly read and clear engine fault codes to maintain a smooth drive. → Triple-Mode Live Data ○ Health Monitor: Track every systems performance by diving into real-time parameters. ○ Engine Monitor: Monitor your engine's performance. ○ Dash Monitor: Visualize your vehicle's metrics in real-time. → Full-Cycle Service ○ Emissions Pre-Check: Test your emissions and pass with confidence before your official check. ○ Control Tests: Perform EVAP Leak Test, DPF and Inducement System Reinitialization. ○ Oil Reset: Easily reset oil change reminders and maintenance lights to keep your car's records up to date. ○ Battery Registration: Register the battery replacement to notify the battery management. → On-Click Modification ○ Adjustments: Adjust different car settings and customize them by one-click. ○ Retrofits: Easily adapt additional vehicle parts after installation. ************************* OBD ADAPTERS OBDocker requires a compatible OBD adapter to work. We recommend the following for the best experience: - High Performance: Vlinker Series, OBDLink Series, MotorSure OBD Tool, Carista EVO. - Middle Performance: All genuine adapters compatible with ELM327 / ELM329, including Veepeak Series, Vgate iCar Series, UniCarScan, NEXAS, Carista, Rodoil ScanX, and more. - Low Performance (Not Recommended): Cheep Chinese clones ELM. ************************* SUPPORTED CARS OBDocker is compatible with a wide range of vehicles, covering both standard and advanced modes: - Standard Mode: Universal compatibility with OBD2 / OBD-II or EOBD vehicles worldwide. - Advanced Mode: Toyota, Lexus, Nissan, infiniti, Honda, Acura, Hyundai, Kia, Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda, SEAT, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Mini, Porsche, Ford, Lincoln, Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC, Buick. And still working really hard to add more… ************************* PLANS: OBDocker offers a free trial for full feature access. To unlock unlimited potential, choose from our Pro or Pro Max subscriptions. NOTE: Vehicle ECUs vary in the amount of sensors supported. This app can’t show you something, that is not provided by your car. Terms and Conditions: https://www.obdocker.com/terms-and-coditions Privacy Policy: https://www.obdocker.com/privacy-policy Apple Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

CodigosDTC

Understand your vehicle's diagnostic trouble codes with clear explanations, potential causes, symptoms, and AI-powered solutions. This app helps drivers, students, and mechanics interpret fault codes and make informed decisions before visiting a mechanic.

Highlights
  • Search and understand OBD2 fault codes
  • Clear explanations of potential problems
  • Consult causes, symptoms, and solutions
  • AI-powered automotive support chat
  • Save vehicle and diagnostic information
  • Organized fault information
Features
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CódigosDTC te ayuda a entender mejor las fallas de tu vehículo de forma clara, rápida y práctica. Consulta códigos de diagnóstico OBD2, revisa posibles causas, síntomas y soluciones, y recibe orientación automotriz con inteligencia artificial para saber qué puede estar ocurriendo antes de ir al taller. La app está pensada para conductores, estudiantes, técnicos y mecánicos que necesitan interpretar códigos de falla, revisar información útil del vehículo y tomar mejores decisiones durante un diagnóstico. Con CódigosDTC puedes: • Buscar y entender códigos de falla OBD2. • Recibir explicaciones claras sobre posibles problemas. • Consultar causas, síntomas y soluciones recomendadas. • Usar un chat de soporte automotriz con IA. • Guardar vehículos y diagnósticos. • Acceder a información organizada para revisar fallas con más confianza. Ya sea que quieras entender por qué se encendió el Check Engine, preparar una revisión, comparar posibles causas o tener una guía rápida durante el diagnóstico, CódigosDTC te ofrece una experiencia sencilla y enfocada en ayudarte a comprender mejor tu auto. Términos de uso: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

OBDocker4 screens
CodigosDTC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CodigosDTC at 5.0 against OBDocker's 3.9. CodigosDTC also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly). OBDocker's advantage is ratings volume (17 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. OBDocker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and CodigosDTC sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CodigosDTC holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBDocker has 17 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OBDocker ships an update fortnightly, CodigosDTC every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
OBDocker versus CodigosDTC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOBDockerCodigosDTC
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (17 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings17 — better2
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size238 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMotorsure. IncFIXCAR LLC

Customer experience

OBDocker

All ratings17 ratings
Positive70.6%
Neutral17.6%
Negative11.8%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive46.9%
Neutral6.3%
Negative46.9%

CodigosDTC

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

OBDocker

Subscriptions6
  • OBD Pro (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • OBD Pro Max (Monthly)$7.991 Month
  • OBD2 Pro (6 Months)$14.996 Months
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  • OBD Pro (Annual)7 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • Mechanic Access (Quarterly)$19.993 Months
  • OBD Pro Max (Annual)7 Days trial$47.991 Year
One-time1
  • OBD Pro Max (Permanent)$119.99
2 purchases

CodigosDTC

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Mensual$9.991 Month
  • Premium Anual$89.991 Year

Questions

Is OBDocker free?
OBDocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CodigosDTC free?
CodigosDTC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, OBDocker or CodigosDTC?
CodigosDTC is rated higher. OBDocker averages 3.9 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while CodigosDTC averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do OBDocker or CodigosDTC have ads?
Neither OBDocker nor CodigosDTC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OBDocker or CodigosDTC?
OBDocker ships an update fortnightly, and CodigosDTC every 2 days. Most recently, OBDocker was updated on November 3, 2026 and CodigosDTC on October 31, 2026.

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