Comparison

Car Scanner vs Timestamp Robot for Insta360

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

Head to head
About

Car Scanner

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
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Turn your smartphone into a powerful OBD2 car scanner! With Car Scanner: OBD2 ELM Reader, you can instantly read and clear trouble codes, monitor real-time engine data, and understand what’s really happening under your car’s hood. All you need is an ELM327 Bluetooth or Wi-Fi adapter — and your car’s diagnostics are right in your pocket! Key features: ► Read and clear OBD2 trouble codes (DTCs) ► Instantly detect why your Check Engine Light is on and clear it after fixing the issue. ► Real-time car data monitoring ► View live parameters such as engine RPM, coolant temperature, air intake, torque, speed, fuel system status, and more. ► Custom dashboards ► Read manufacturer-specific codes ► Access extra diagnostic information for brands like BMW, Audi, Ford, Toyota, Kia, Nissan, Volkswagen, Mazda, and many others. ► Emission readiness & Mode 06 support ► Check if your vehicle is ready for an emissions test and view ECU self-diagnostic test results. ► Freeze frame & performance tests ► Capture sensor data at the moment an error occurs and measure your car’s acceleration (0–100 km/h, etc.). ► Trip computer & fuel tracking ► Analyze your driving behavior, track fuel efficiency, and save money on gas. Compatible with: Works with any car supporting the OBD2 / EOBD standard (most petrol cars since 2001 and diesel since 2004). Fully supports popular adapters: Veepeak, Vgate, Kiwi 3, LELink, Carista, Viecar, OBDLink, UniCarScan, and others. Avoid cheap ELM327 clones marked “v2.1” — they may cause connection issues or inaccurate readings. Why choose Car Scanner: OBD2 ELM Reader? ► Intuitive and user-friendly interface ► Extensive DTC code database with detailed explanations ► Reliable connection and fast data refresh rate ► Free to use with optional premium features Take full control of your car’s health and performance. Download Car Scanner: OBD2 ELM Reader today — diagnose, monitor, and drive smarter! Please note that some features in the app (live car's data, diagnostic errors & export) may require you to have subscriptions (price may vary depending on location): - 1-week subscription with a 3-day trial version – US$ 4.99 - 1-month subscription – US$ 9.99 - 1-quarter subscription – US$ 17.99 - 1-year subscription with a 3-day trial version – US$ 29.99 - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/sikoralex/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/sikoralex/terms-of-use

About

Timestamp Robot for Insta360

Features
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Are your photo and video dates wrong? Timestamp Robot rewrites the capture date stored in your photos and videos (Exif / QuickTime metadata) to the correct date you set. It supports Insta360 .insp / .insv files, plus JPEG, HEIC, PNG, TIFF, DNG images and MP4 / MOV videos. Everything runs on your device — your media is never uploaded. WHEN IT HELPS • Insta360 exports show the wrong capture date • A device change or backup restore scrambled your library order • You need to correct many files at once FEATURES • Automatic date detection with a recommended date preview • Edit each date, or fix many at once in a batch • Overwrite the original file, or save a corrected copy • Load from your photo library, or from iCloud Drive / on-device files • Formats: Insta360 (.insp/.insv), JPEG, HEIC, PNG, TIFF, DNG, MP4, MOV • No ads, no account, all processing on device PRICING Try a few corrections for free. Unlock unlimited corrections with a one-time Pro purchase (no subscription). Buy once, no extra fees. Note: Rewriting the capture date changes the file. Please back up important files first.

Screenshots

Car Scanner3 screens
Timestamp Robot for Insta3603 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Car Scanner at 15.0 against Timestamp Robot for Insta360's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Car Scanner sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Timestamp Robot for Insta360 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Car Scanner versus Timestamp Robot for Insta360: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCar ScannerTimestamp Robot for Insta360
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (7 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexandr SikorskiFumihiro Kawasaki

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Car Scanner

Subscriptions4
  • OBD Premium Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • OBD Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
  • OBD Premium Quarterly$17.993 Months
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  • OBD Premium Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
1 purchases

Timestamp Robot for Insta360

One-time1
  • Pro — Unlimited$4.99

Questions

Is Car Scanner free?
Car Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Timestamp Robot for Insta360 free?
Timestamp Robot for Insta360 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Car Scanner or Timestamp Robot for Insta360 have ads?
Neither Car Scanner nor Timestamp Robot for Insta360 shows ads.

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