# Car Scanner vs DeepScan OBD2 Scanner

The clearest difference is rating: DeepScan OBD2 Scanner at 5.0 against Car Scanner's 3.5. DeepScan OBD2 Scanner also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Car Scanner sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days 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.

DeepScan OBD2 Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Car Scanner | DeepScan OBD2 Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/car-scanner-obd2-elm-reader/id6737484293/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deepscan-obd2-scanner/id6739415833/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 2.0 GB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexandr Sikorski](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530444928) | [Changsha Angsi E-commerce Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1797024413) |

## What reviewers say

### Car Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/car-scanner-obd2-elm-reader/id6737484293)

Transform your smartphone into a car diagnostic tool. Read and clear trouble codes, monitor real-time engine data, and access manufacturer-specific information. Analyze driving behavior and track fuel efficiency.

**Highlights:** Read and clear OBD2 trouble codes, Real-time car data monitoring, Manufacturer-specific code access, Emission readiness checks, Freeze frame & performance tests, Trip computer & fuel tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| OBD Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| OBD Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| OBD Premium Quarterly | $17.99 | per 3 months |
| OBD Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


### DeepScan OBD2 Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deepscan-obd2-scanner/id6739415833)

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.

**Highlights:** Full system diagnosis, Special maintenance functions, Bi-directional controls, Automatic diagnostic reports, Repair data library, Wireless Bluetooth 5.0 connection

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Auto-renewal | $9.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Auto-renewal | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual Auto-renewal | $49.99 | per year |
| 22 Special Functions Bundle | $129.99 | one-time |
| Renault Gateway 5 Tokens | $147.99 | one-time |
| Nissan Gateway 5 Tokens (EU only) | $147.99 | one-time |
| Nissan Gateway 5 Tokens (EU only) | $147.99 | one-time |
| Renault Gateway 5 Tokens | $147.99 | one-time |
| FCA Gateway 1-year Access (EU only) | $229.99 | one-time |
| VW SFD Gateway 1-year Access | $229.99 | one-time |
| Renault Gateway 10 Tokens | $254.99 | one-time |
| Nissan Gateway 10 Tokens (EU only) | $254.99 | one-time |
| Renault Gateway 10 Tokens | $254.99 | one-time |
| Nissan Gateway 10 Tokens (EU only) | $254.99 | one-time |
| Renault Gateway 20 Tokens | $464.99 | one-time |
| Nissan Gateway 20 Tokens (EU only) | $464.99 | one-time |
| Renault Gateway 20 Tokens | $464.99 | one-time |
| Nissan Gateway 20 Tokens (EU only) | $464.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Car Scanner free?

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

### Is DeepScan OBD2 Scanner free?

DeepScan OBD2 Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Car Scanner or DeepScan OBD2 Scanner?

DeepScan OBD2 Scanner is rated higher. Car Scanner averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while DeepScan OBD2 Scanner averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Car Scanner or DeepScan OBD2 Scanner have ads?

Neither Car Scanner nor DeepScan OBD2 Scanner shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*