ELMCheck vs DeepScan OBD2 Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ELMCheck
Verify the authenticity and functionality of your OBD-II scanner. This app runs comprehensive tests on ELM327 commands to report supported features, ensuring safe and reliable use with your vehicle.
- Authenticity testing for OBD-II scanners
- Comprehensive ELM327 command test suite
- Reports actual supported features
- Ensures safe scanner usage
- Basic tests are free
- Unlock full suite with in-app purchase
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Check the authenticity of your OBD-II scanner with ELMCheck. Most OBD-II scanners on the market use some variation of ELM327, but did you know that many scanners use clones of the original ELM327? It can be hard to tell, because these clones will work well enough for basic use but fail in unexpected scenarios. This is where ELMCheck comes in. ELMCheck offers a comprehensive set of test cases that cover the entire documented set of ELM327 commands. Regardless of which version your scanner says it is, ELMCheck can provide a comprehensive report of the features that are actually supported. Get the confidence you need to use your OBD-II scanner on your vehicle safely. ELMCheck is free to run basic tests. An in-app purchase will unlock the full test suite.
DeepScan OBD2 Scanner
Transform your phone into a powerful car diagnostic tool. Access full system diagnostics, special maintenance functions, and bi-directional controls. Generate detailed reports and utilize a comprehensive repair data library.
- Full system diagnosis
- Special maintenance functions
- Bi-directional controls
- Automatic diagnostic reports
- Repair data library
- Wireless Bluetooth 5.0 connection
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Connect the DeepScan to your Phone via Bluetooth and turn your devices into a smart and powerful diagnostic tool! The Bluetooth OBDII scan tool is loaded with essential features such as full OBDII functionality, full system diagnosis, Bi-Directional controls, AutoVIN, automatic diagnostic reports, and more. 8 maintenance service functions and coverage for 100+ vehicle brands make the DeepScan a versatile and portable auto scanner for technicians. Key Features: 1. Full System Diagnosis: Engine, Transmission, Airbag, ABS, ESP, TPMS, Immobilizer, Gateway, Steering, Radio, Air Conditioning and more. 2. All-system diagnostic basic functions: access ECU info, read fault codes, clear fault codes, read data stream. 3. 13 special functions: Oil Reset, Throttle Adaptation, EPB Reset, BMS Reset, and more. 4. Bi-directional control to target problems easily. 5. Wireless Connection, Bluetooth 5.0 with a range of 33 feet/10m. Works on iOS 11.0 or above, compact and portable. 6. Repair Data Library: DTC Repair Guide, Technical Service Bulletin, DLC Location, Warning Light Library. 7. Graph, value and dashboard-like data display for easy interpretation. 8. Generate Diagnostic reports for System, Fault Codes, or Data Streams. 9. Feedback function enables users to submit issues and requests to us in a convenient way. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ELMCheck at every 10 days against DeepScan OBD2 Scanner's every 2 months. DeepScan OBD2 Scanner's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18). 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. ELMCheck sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DeepScan OBD2 Scanner sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for ELMCheck against 5.0 for DeepScan OBD2 Scanner. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
ELMCheck ships an update every 10 days, DeepScan OBD2 Scanner every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and July 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ELMCheck | DeepScan OBD2 Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 2.0 GB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Fearless design, LLC | Changsha Angsi E-commerce Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
ELMCheck
DeepScan OBD2 Scanner
In-app purchases
ELMCheck
- Comprehensive testing$2.99
DeepScan OBD2 Scanner
- Monthly Auto-renewal$9.991 Month
- Quarterly Auto-renewal$24.993 Months
- Annual Auto-renewal$49.991 Year
- 22 Special Functions Bundle2 variants$129.99
- Renault Gateway 5 Tokens$147.99
- Nissan Gateway 5 Tokens (EU only)$147.99
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- Nissan Gateway 5 Tokens (EU only)$147.99
- Renault Gateway 5 Tokens$147.99
- FCA Gateway 1-year Access (EU only)$229.99
- VW SFD Gateway 1-year Access$229.99
- Renault Gateway 10 Tokens$254.99
- Nissan Gateway 10 Tokens (EU only)$254.99
- Renault Gateway 10 Tokens$254.99
- Nissan Gateway 10 Tokens (EU only)$254.99
- Renault Gateway 20 Tokens$464.99
- Nissan Gateway 20 Tokens (EU only)$464.99
- Renault Gateway 20 Tokens$464.99
- Nissan Gateway 20 Tokens (EU only)$464.99
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