Comparison

A894DSP vs Bimmer Telemetry

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

Head to head
About

A894DSP

Features
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After connecting App to Car Amplifier with Integrated DSP, EQ, BASS, TIME ALIGNMENT, PHASE, MUTE, FILTER , SAVE SOUND SETTING TO PHONE, SAVE SOUND SETTING TO AMPLIFIER, LOAD SOUND SETTING FROM PHONE, RCA OUTPUT etc could be controlled through this App. How to use: 1.Install App and turn on power of car 2. Turn on Bluetooth on your iPhone 3,Open App and wait for around 5 seconds, then click “Connect” icon in left corner of bottom. Amplifier will be connected to App automatically. 4.DIY you preferred sound and then click “Save to AMP” icon to save. Or click “ Save to Phone” to save. Note: 1.Do not exit app during saving and do not turn off power supply, program may be shut down caused by this.

About

Bimmer Telemetry

Features
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SEE YOUR BATTERY’S CURRENT CAPACITY On compatible electric and plug-in hybrid BMW models, see the current usable battery capacity in kWh and live charging power - not just a percentage. Bimmer Telemetry is made for more than EVs. Gasoline, diesel, hybrid or electric: view every supported signal your vehicle provides, from tyres, doors and climate to location, actual mileage and upcoming service. No OBD dongle, cable or extra hardware is needed. Connect remotely through your own BMW CarData account and turn official vehicle signals into a clear, elegant dashboard on iPhone and iPad. SEE CHARGING AS IT HAPPENS • Current charging power in kW • AC or DC charging status • Time to full and target charge • Charging-port status UNDERSTAND YOUR BATTERY • Current usable battery capacity in kWh • State of charge and battery health • High-voltage and 12 V battery data • Electric range, consumption and mileage MORE THAN A CHARGING SCREEN Check doors, windows, locks, trunk, hood and alarm status. View measured and target tyre pressure, tyre temperature, climate data, cabin and exterior temperature, and more. See your vehicle on a live map and open its location in Apple Maps. EVERY VALUE EXPLAINED Tap any data point for a description based on BMW’s Telematics Data Catalogue. No more guessing what a signal means. PRIVATE BY DESIGN There are no developer accounts, ads, analytics or tracking SDKs. Vehicle data travels directly between your device and BMW CarData and is never sent to our servers. Tokens stay in the iOS Keychain, while cached data remains on your device. TRY BEFORE YOU CONNECT Explore a realistic BMW iX in free Demo Mode - no account required. Bimmer Telemetry Pro unlocks your own vehicle with a one-month free trial, followed by a monthly subscription. SETUP AND COMPATIBILITY Connecting your vehicle requires your own BMW CarData account and a free Client ID. Step-by-step guidance is included. Availability varies by market. CarData supports compatible BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and Toyota Supra vehicles; electrified models provide the richest experience. Bimmer Telemetry is an independent app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by BMW AG or the other vehicle manufacturers mentioned. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

A894DSP3 screens
Bimmer Telemetry3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: A894DSP at none against Bimmer Telemetry's 1. A894DSP also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 18.6). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Bimmer Telemetry sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. A894DSP asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

A894DSP ships an update every 2 months, Bimmer Telemetry every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 31, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
A894DSP versus Bimmer Telemetry: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterA894DSPBimmer Telemetry
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer杏生 卢Dumitru Davidov

In-app purchases

None

A894DSP

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Bimmer Telemetry

Subscriptions1
  • Bimmer Telemetry Pro3 Days trial$3.991 Month

Questions

Is A894DSP free?
A894DSP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bimmer Telemetry free?
Bimmer Telemetry is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do A894DSP or Bimmer Telemetry have ads?
Neither A894DSP nor Bimmer Telemetry shows ads.
Which is updated more often, A894DSP or Bimmer Telemetry?
A894DSP ships an update every 2 months, and Bimmer Telemetry every 6 weeks. Most recently, A894DSP was updated on July 31, 2026 and Bimmer Telemetry on September 8, 2026.

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