Comparison

OBD2 Scanner vs SmartScanPro Bimmer

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Real-time engine data monitoring
  • Read and clear trouble codes
  • Performance tracking
  • Customizable dashboards
  • Repair manual database
  • Compatibility with OBD2 ELM327 adapters
Features
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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/

About

SmartScanPro Bimmer

Access real-time vehicle data and perform full system scans to detect and diagnose fault codes. Get detailed engineering descriptions and recommended fixes instantly for your car's electronic control units.

Highlights
  • Real-time live data stream
  • Full system scan
  • Factory fault code database
  • Detailed code descriptions
  • Recommended fixes
Features
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SmartScanPro — Professional diagnostics and real-time live data stream for your vehicle.The app connects to your car via OBD2 Wi-Fi or Bluetooth adapters and grants you instant access to vital factory parameters in real time (Live Stream: RPM, Fuel Rail Pressure, Throttle Position, Turbo Boost Pressure, Engine and Oil Temperature).Utilizing the Full System Scan feature, the app checks every electronic control unit (DME, EGS, ACSM, DSC, TRSVC, FZD) to detect hidden active fault codes. Thanks to a local database of over 9,900 factory codes, you will receive detailed engineering descriptions and recommended fixes instantly on your screen.Subscription Information: • Payments will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period ($1.99/mo). • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. • Privacy Policy: https://apple.com • Terms of Use (EULA): https://apple.com Terms of Use (EULA): https://apple.com Privacy Policy: https://apple.com

Screenshots

OBD2 Scanner4 screens
SmartScanPro Bimmer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SmartScanPro Bimmer at none against OBD2 Scanner's shown. SmartScanPro Bimmer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). OBD2 Scanner's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 1) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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. OBD2 Scanner sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and SmartScanPro Bimmer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SmartScanPro Bimmer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBD2 Scanner has 1.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OBD2 Scanner ships an update monthly, SmartScanPro Bimmer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
OBD2 Scanner versus SmartScanPro Bimmer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOBD2 ScannerSmartScanPro Bimmer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.1K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews22.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better1
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhong PhamGiorgi Gogia

Customer experience

OBD2 Scanner

All ratings974 ratings
Positive88.6%
Neutral4.0%
Negative7.4%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive22.5%
Neutral2.8%
Negative74.6%

SmartScanPro Bimmer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

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

SmartScanPro Bimmer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

OBD2 Scanner

Subscriptions5
  • 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
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$69.99
2 purchases

SmartScanPro Bimmer

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Pack$1.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month

Questions

Is OBD2 Scanner free?
OBD2 Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SmartScanPro Bimmer free?
SmartScanPro Bimmer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, OBD2 Scanner or SmartScanPro Bimmer?
SmartScanPro Bimmer is rated higher. OBD2 Scanner averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while SmartScanPro Bimmer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do OBD2 Scanner or SmartScanPro Bimmer have ads?
OBD2 Scanner shows ads; SmartScanPro Bimmer does not.
Which is updated more often, OBD2 Scanner or SmartScanPro Bimmer?
OBD2 Scanner ships an update monthly, and SmartScanPro Bimmer every 2 months. Most recently, OBD2 Scanner was updated on October 30, 2026 and SmartScanPro Bimmer on October 31, 2026.

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