Comparison

Mac Tools vs TopGuru

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

Head to head
About

Mac Tools

This utility transforms your smartphone into a sound and vibration detection tool for diagnosing issues in vehicles and machinery. It helps pinpoint rattles, squeaks, and grinding sounds, making repairs easier.

Highlights
  • Sound & vibration detection
  • Locates defective parts
  • User-friendly interface
  • Analog/Digital display options
  • Adjustable sound settings
  • Informative user guide
Features
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The Mac Tools SmartEAR2 Sound & Vibration Detection app was developed to help assist the service technician in locating and finding defective or worn parts in automobiles, heavy machinery or industrial equipment where vibration, rattles, squeaks and grinding sounds would be associated making the task very difficult or impossible to diagnose. When used with our specially designed hardware kits your smartphone will be transformed into a state of the art Sound & Vibration Detection Technicians Tool, allowing for ease of locating and finding those troubled areas. NOTE: Additional hardware is required to use this app. For information on how to purchase hardware please contact your local Mac Tools Distributor or call 1-800-MAC-TOOLS Features: User friendly interface and intuitive operation. Sound level reading displays average, peak and real-time values. Sound level readings are displayed in either Analog or Digital. Analog and Digital readings have 2 display panels the user can choose from. Analog Meter or Analog Wave-Form. Digital Numeric or Digital Bar Graph. Background sound off-setting, sample rates, decibel off-setting can be manually be set. Reset/Refresh buttons reset/refresh values to default settings. Sound Level Reading Sampling Rate Decibel Off-set Master Volume Control User information guide includes informative facts about sound perception and permissible noise level exposure as well as a sound level comparison reference chart. Additional Information: Required: Any iOS device running iOS5.0+. Recommended: iPhone 4 and newer/ iPod Touch 4 and newer. Compatible: iPad 2 and newer.

About

TopGuru

Transform your phone or tablet into a powerful vehicle diagnostic tool via Bluetooth. Access full system diagnosis, OBDII functions, bi-directional controls, and essential maintenance services for a wide range of car brands. Generate detailed diagnostic reports for efficient troubleshooting.

Highlights
  • Full System Diagnosis
  • Full OBD2 Functions
  • Bi-directional Control
  • 8 Special Maintenance Functions
  • AutoVIN Vehicle Identification
  • Diagnostic Report Generation
  • Wireless Bluetooth 5.0 Connection
Features
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Easily link the app with your Phone or Tablet using Bluetooth, transforming your devices into a smart and high-powered diagnostic tool! Packed with essential features like complete OBDII functionality, all system diagnosis, Bi-Directional controls, AutoVIN, automatic diagnostic reports, and more, this Bluetooth OBDII scan tool is a must-have for technicians. Its versatility shines through with eight maintenance service functions and coverage for over 60 vehicle brands, making the product a portable and adaptable auto scanner. Main Features: 1. Full System Diagnosis: Covers Engine, Transmission, Airbag, ABS, ESP, TPMS, Immobilizer, Gateway, Steering, Radio, Air Conditioning, and more. 2. Full OBD2 Functions: works as an OBD2 code reader and performs all 10 modes of OBD2 testing free for life. 3. Bi-directional Control: Easily locate issues with active tests. 4. 8 Special Functions: Perform Oil Reset, Throttle Adaptation, EPB Reset, BMS Reset, and more. 5. Repair Data Library: Includes DTC Repair Guide, Technical Service Bulletin, DLC Location, Warning Light Library. 6. AutoVIN: Enables automatic vehicle identification for quick diagnosis. 7. Wireless Connection: Utilizes Bluetooth 5.0 with a range of 33 feet/10m. 8. Graphs, Values, and Dashboard-like Data Display: Ensures easy interpretation of information. 9. Generate Diagnostic Reports: Obtain detailed reports for Systems, Fault Codes, or Data Streams. 10. Pro version features 13 reset functions and IMMO capability. Terms of Use (EULA): https://plat.topdon.com/topdon-plat/out-user/baseinfo/template/getHtmlContentById?softCode=TopScan_DisplaySW_iOS&language=7&type=25

Screenshots

Mac Tools4 screens
TopGuru4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mac Tools at 100% against TopGuru's 29%. Mac Tools also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 30). TopGuru's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 23 months) and ratings volume (409 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. TopGuru sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Mac Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mac Tools holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TopGuru has 409 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Mac Tools's written reviews are positive against 29% of TopGuru's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mac Tools ships an update every 23 months, TopGuru every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Mac Tools versus TopGuru: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMac ToolsTopGuru
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better3.5 (409 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better29.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1409 — better
Update frequencyEvery 23 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#199 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB2.2 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJS Products, Inc.HK TOPDON TECHNOLOGY Co., LIMITED

Customer experience

Mac Tools

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

TopGuru

All ratings409 ratings
Positive60.1%
Neutral8.3%
Negative31.5%
Written reviews191 reviews
Positive29.3%
Neutral13.1%
Negative57.6%

Bugs and requests

Mac Tools

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TopGuru

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Incompatibility with certain vehicle models
  • Login and account issues
  • Unreliable Bluetooth connectivity

Requested features

3 requests
  • iPad optimization and full-screen support
  • Expanded vehicle coverage, especially for motorcycles
  • Ability to save and export diagnostic data

In-app purchases

None

Mac Tools

No in-app purchases

21 purchases

TopGuru

Subscriptions5
  • Monthly Auto-renewal$9.991 Month
  • Monthly Auto-renewal$19.001 Month
  • Quarterly Auto-renewal$24.993 Months
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  • Annual Auto-renewal$49.991 Year
  • Annual Auto-renewal$99.001 Year
One-time16
  • Renault Gateway 1-Token$11.99
  • Diag Bundle Renewal3 variants$49.99
  • TopGuru Diagnostic Bundle$49.99
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  • TopGuru IMMO Bundle$49.99
  • Renewal Bundle4 variants$99.00
  • TopScan Pro Renewal Bundle3 variants$99.00
  • Harley Moto Software$99.99
  • Harley Moto Software Renewal$99.99
  • Moto Diag Bundle Renewal-Moto$99.99
  • Moto Diag Bundle$99.99
  • Moto Diag Bundle Renewal$99.99
  • 22 Special Functions Bundle2 variants$129.99
  • Renault Gateway 10 Tokens$129.99
  • Renault Gateway 5 Tokens$147.99
  • 17 Special Functions Bundle2 variants$179.00
  • FCA Gateway 1-year (EU only)$229.99

Questions

Is Mac Tools free?
Mac Tools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TopGuru free?
TopGuru is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mac Tools or TopGuru?
Mac Tools is rated higher. Mac Tools averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while TopGuru averages 3.5 from 409 ratings.
Do Mac Tools or TopGuru have ads?
Neither Mac Tools nor TopGuru shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mac Tools or TopGuru?
Mac Tools ships an update every 23 months, and TopGuru every 3 weeks. Most recently, Mac Tools was updated on September 28, 2026 and TopGuru on October 14, 2026.

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