Torque Pro vs TuningBase
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Torque Pro
Transform your phone into a powerful car diagnostic tool. Read and clear trouble codes, monitor live sensor data, and analyze performance with real-time graphs. Get AI-powered insights and detailed vehicle history reports.
- Read and clear trouble codes (DTCs)
- Live sensor data monitoring and logging
- AI-powered trouble code explanations
- Real-time dyno graphs and performance testing
- Customizable dashboard themes
- Full vehicle history reports
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Torque Pro: OBD2 Car Scanner – Professional Vehicle Diagnostics & Performance Tools Turn your iPhone into the ultimate automotive diagnostic companion. Whether you're a professional mechanic, passionate enthusiast, or everyday driver, Torque Pro delivers comprehensive vehicle insights with an intuitive, powerful interface designed for both beginners and experts. AI-POWERED DIAGNOSTICS & ENHANCED FEATURES • NEW: Full vehicle history report: Get a clear picture of your car's past, including accident history, mileage discrepancies, title issues, and more. • NEW: AI Mechanic provides plain-language trouble code explanations and repair recommendations • NEW: Enhanced performance testing with real-time dyno graphs and improved accuracy • NEW: Multiple premium dashboard themes with customizable gauge layouts COMPREHENSIVE DIAGNOSTICS • Read and clear trouble codes (DTCs) to immediately identify issues • Reset check engine light after addressing problems • Monitor emission readiness status and inspection preparation • View live sensor data with real-time updates and logging • Save diagnostic sessions for historical comparison and tracking PREMIUM DASHBOARD EXPERIENCES • Choose from multiple professionally designed layouts: Modern: Clean, information-rich interface with key metrics Classic: Traditional gauge-style presentation for familiar readings Performance: Focus on power, torque, and driving metrics Minimal: Distraction-free design showing only essential information ADVANCED PERFORMANCE TESTING • Real-time dynamometer mode calculates horsepower and torque curves • 0-60 mph acceleration testing with precision timing • Quarter-mile estimations and performance analytics • Track mode for recording lap times and performance metrics • Export performance data for detailed analysis COMPLETE SENSOR SUPPORT & CUSTOMIZATION • Monitor standard OBD2 sensors including RPM, speed, temperature, and more • Access advanced sensors: fuel rate, mass air flow, intake temperature, and fuel trim • Create and monitor custom PIDs for aftermarket sensors or specific vehicle functions • Configure warning thresholds with visual and audio alerts • Real-time graphing of multiple parameters simultaneously VEHICLE MANAGEMENT • Multi-vehicle garage with automatic VIN detection • Vehicle-specific profiles and settings COMPATIBILITY & CONNECTIVITY • Works with all OBD2-compliant vehicles (1996+ for US, 2001+ for EU) • Compatible with gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and many electric vehicles with OBD2 ports • Connects via Bluetooth to standard ELM327 and similar OBD2 adapters • Optimized for Wi-Fi adapters for faster data rates • Support for CAN, ISO, SAE and other manufacturer-specific protocols Subscription Options: • Weekly, Monthly, Yearly Premium. Subscription Details: • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase • Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription Privacy Policy: https://www.sadynamics.com/torque-pro-privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://www.sadynamics.com/terms-of-use-torque-pro/ *Note: Requires compatible OBD2 Bluetooth or Wi-Fi adapter (not included) connected to your vehicle's OBD port. Feature availability may vary depending on your vehicle's make, model, and OBD implementation. For optimal performance and fastest refresh rates, we recommend using Wi-Fi adapters. Support: torque.pro@sadynamics.com
TuningBase
Access a comprehensive mobile database for automotive professionals and tuners. Quickly find ECUs for any vehicle, view performance data, and look up error codes. Supports multiple languages and includes a performance calculator.
- ECU Search by vehicle details
- Original and tuning performance data
- Bosch Part Number Search
- DTC Error Code lookup
- HP to kW conversion calculator
- Multilingual support
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ECUBase – Your Pro Tool for ECUs & Tuning Data Find the right ECU for any vehicle in seconds. ECUBase is the most comprehensive mobile database for automotive professionals, tuners, and workshops. What ECUBase offers: - ECU Search – Browse thousands of vehicles for engine and transmission ECUs. Select manufacturer, model, year, and engine – done. - Performance Data – View original and tuning values for HP and torque at a glance. - Bosch Part Number Search – Find ECU information directly using the manufacturer part number. - DTC Error Codes – Quick access to P-codes and their meanings. - Performance Calculator – Convert HP to kW and vice versa instantly. - 8 Languages – German, English, Russian, Ukrainian, Turkish, Lithuanian, Georgian, and Romanian.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: TuningBase at 5.0 against Torque Pro's 4.3. TuningBase also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). Torque Pro's advantage is ratings volume (520 vs 1). On price 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
Both are free to download. Torque Pro sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. TuningBase asks for nothing beyond the download.
TuningBase holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Torque Pro has 520 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Torque Pro ships an update fortnightly, TuningBase every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Torque Pro | TuningBase |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (520 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 5.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 520 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 92 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Collabrains Technologies LTD | Niko Holm |
Customer experience
Torque Pro
TuningBase
Bugs and requests
Torque Pro
Reported bugs
3 issues- Unable to read DTC codes
- Fails to connect to OBD2 adapters
- Turns off vehicle when attempting to connect
Requested features
2 requests- Add support for Ssangyong Musso Grand
- Improve compatibility with more vehicles and OBD2 adapters
TuningBase
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Torque Pro
- Torque Premium Weekly$9.997 Days
- Torque Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
- Torque Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
- 1 Full Vehicle History Report$19.99
- 3 Full Vehicle History Report$29.99
TuningBase
No in-app purchases









