# AutoOBDII vs V

The clearest difference is rating: AutoOBDII at 5.0 against V's 4.1. AutoOBDII also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12) and iOS requirement (13 vs 15). V's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (9 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. V sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. AutoOBDII asks for nothing beyond the download.

AutoOBDII holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: V has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

AutoOBDII ships an update every 4 months, V every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 20, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AutoOBDII | V |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autoobdii/id6503489503/reviews)** | [4.1 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/v-tool-obd-scanner/id6547862273/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **9** |
| Positive reviews | — | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 83 MB | 77 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13** | 15 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Lonauto Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1744849406) | [V-Garage](https://appshunter.io/developer/1757644605) |

## What reviewers say

### AutoOBDII

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autoobdii/id6503489503)

This application connects to your vehicle via Bluetooth to perform diagnostics and offer driving assistance. It can read and clear fault codes, analyze performance, and track your journeys. Supports multiple languages and high-speed data transmission.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth vehicle communication, Fault code reading and clearing, Instrument panel monitoring, Performance testing, Travel analysis, High-speed data transmission, Low power consumption

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### V

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/v-tool-obd-scanner/id6547862273)

Diagnose and perform service operations on your Volvo or Polestar vehicle using your mobile phone. This tool reads all car modules, allowing you to scan trouble codes, calibrate systems, and even code new parts.

**Highlights:** Scan Diagnostic Trouble Codes, Perform Service Operations, Execute Calibrations, Change Car Parameters, Read all car modules, Supports Volvo/Polestar 2005+

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Garage 1 Car (weekly) | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Garage 2 Car (weekly) | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Garage 1 Car (monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Garage 3 Cars (weekly) | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Garage 2 Car (monthly) | $17.99 | per month |
| Garage Pro (weekly) | $22.99 | per 7 days |
| Garage 1 Car (annual) | $24.99 | per year |
| Garage 3 Cars (monthly) | $24.99 | per month |
| Garage Pro (monthly) | $39.99 | per month |
| Garage 2 Car (annual) | $44.99 | per year |
| Garage 3 Cars (annual) | $69.99 | per year |
| Garage Pro (annual) | $149.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AutoOBDII free?

AutoOBDII is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is V free?

V is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AutoOBDII or V?

AutoOBDII is rated higher. AutoOBDII averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while V averages 4.1 from 9 ratings.

### Do AutoOBDII or V have ads?

Neither AutoOBDII nor V shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AutoOBDII or V?

AutoOBDII ships an update every 4 months, and V every 3 weeks. Most recently, AutoOBDII was updated on July 20, 2026 and V on September 21, 2026.

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