ACV Pro vs CarBlock
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ACV Pro
This app helps certified dealers conduct self-inspections for vehicles. It guides users through the process, collecting necessary information to create marketplace listings for sale on a nationwide platform. A valid dealer account is required to access its features.
- Guided vehicle inspection process
- Collects inspection data
- Creates marketplace listings
- Facilitates inventory sales
- Requires ACV dealer account
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The ACV Inspection app is a vehicle inspection app that allows certified dealers to self- inspect their cars. The app guides dealers through the inspection process and collects the required information to create a marketplace listing. This provides dealers with an additional path to sell their inventory on ACV’s nationwide marketplace (in addition to our VCI inspections). Dealers must have a valid ACV account to use the app. Additional info: BlueDriver PPID: 118074-0001
CarBlock
This platform facilitates the secure buying, selling, and trading of vehicles. It offers features like buy requests, live auctions, and direct negotiation with sellers and dealers, all protected by secure payment processing.
- Post buy requests for specific vehicles
- Participate in real-time car auctions
- Propose vehicle trades and negotiate
- Secure payments through Trustap
- Direct chat with sellers and dealers
- Manage vehicle collection in a dynamic garage
- Receive personalized notifications
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Trade, buy, and sell cars with confidence on CarBlock's secure platform. CarBlock, the most advanced mobile platform designed specifically for car enthusiasts, private sellers, and professional dealers. Whether you’re hunting for a rare classic, looking to upgrade your daily driver, or managing a dealership inventory, CarBlock provides the tools you need to trade with absolute confidence. Key Features: The Block (Buy Requests): Can't find exactly what you're looking for? Post a Buy Request on "The Block." Describe your dream car, set your budget, and let the perfect vehicle find you as sellers and dealers reach out with their best matches. Interactive Car Auctions: Experience the thrill of the hunt with our real-time auction system. Place bids, track your favorites, and secure high-quality vehicles at competitive market prices. Professional Trading & Proposals: CarBlock goes beyond simple buying and selling. Propose vehicle-for-vehicle trades, negotiate with cash adjustments, and manage complex trade-ins directly through the app. Secure Payments via Trustap: We prioritize your safety. Our partnership with Trustap ensures every transaction is protected, with funds held securely until the deal is finalized and both parties are satisfied. Direct Interaction: Connect with verified dealerships and private sellers through our integrated chat system. Get instant answers, request more photos, and negotiate terms in real-time. Dynamic Garage Management: Manage your entire collection in one place. Add vehicles to your "Garage," track their market value, and transition them to auctions or trade proposals with a single tap. Personalized Notifications: Never miss a bid or a new offer. Stay updated with real-time alerts on auction status, trade proposals, and buy request matches. Why Choose CarBlock? CarBlock isn't just another car listing app. It’s a complete ecosystem built on trust, transparency, and innovation. We bring the auction house and the trading floor to your pocket, making the automotive market more accessible and secure than ever before. Download CarBlock today and join the future of automotive trading!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: CarBlock at every 6 days against ACV Pro's fortnightly. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for ACV Pro against 5.0 for CarBlock. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.
ACV Pro ships an update fortnightly, CarBlock every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ACV Pro | CarBlock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 208 MB | 100 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | ACV Auctions Inc | TheCarBlock |
Customer experience
ACV Pro
CarBlock
In-app purchases
ACV Pro
No in-app purchases
CarBlock
No in-app purchases
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