ScanMaster Lite vs MotorBit
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ScanMaster Lite
Monitor your car's real-time data, diagnose issues, and enhance performance with this OBD2 scanner app. Connect via Bluetooth to an OBD2 device or ELM 327 adapter to read fault codes and gain insights into engine health and fuel efficiency.
- Real-time vehicle monitoring
- Read and clear OBD-II fault codes
- Car performance metrics
- Wide vehicle compatibility
- User-friendly interface
- Connects with ELM327 adapters
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Take control of your vehicle’s health and performance with ScanMaster Lite: ELM327 OBD-2, the easiest and most efficient OBD2 car scanner app. With the ability to connect your car via Bluetooth to an OBD2 device or ELM 327 adapter, you can monitor your car's real-time data, diagnose issues, and enhance its performance like never before. Key Features: ◆ Real-time Vehicle Monitoring: Access live data from your car’s sensors, including speed, engine RPM, fuel consumption, and more. ◆ OBD Fault Codes: Read and clear OBD-II trouble codes, helping you identify potential issues with your car and avoid expensive repairs. ◆ Car Performance Metrics: Get insights into your car’s performance with detailed statistics on engine health, fuel efficiency, and other essential metrics. ◆ Remote Control: Remotely manage some vehicle functions to keep your car running smoothly. ◆ Wide Vehicle Compatibility: Supports a wide range of OBD2-compliant vehicles, ensuring it works with most cars manufactured worldwide. Why Choose ScanMaster Lite? ◆ User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive design makes it easy for both beginners and experienced users to navigate. ◆ Affordable Diagnostics: Save time and money by diagnosing issues at home before visiting the mechanic. ◆ Compatible with ELM327 Adapters: Seamlessly connects with popular OBD2 Bluetooth devices and ELM 327 adapters for quick setup and diagnostics. Whether you’re a car enthusiast, a DIY mechanic, or simply want to keep your car running smoothly, ScanMaster Lite: ELM327 OBD-2 is the perfect app to put you in control of your vehicle’s health. Premium Access: ◆ To access all the premium features and content, you need to subscribe or pay once for lifetime access. The cost of the purchase is charged to your iTunes account. ◆ Subscriptions automatically renew and are billed at the rate and period you choose based on your subscription plan. User accounts are charged for auto-renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. ◆ Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off in iTunes Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. You have any questions or concerns? Feel free to contact us. We're always here to help. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/smart-technologies-gmbh/pp Term Of Service: https://sites.google.com/view/smart-technologies-gmbh/tos
MotorBit
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Check engine light on? MotorBit turns your iPhone and an ELM327-compatible OBD-II adapter into a clear, easy-to-use car diagnostic tool. Read fault codes, see what they mean in plain language, clear them after the repair and watch live engine data. Plug in the adapter, connect and scan. MotorBit explains the rest. FAULT CODES (DTC) • Read stored P, C, B and U trouble codes • Plain-language explanation on the code detail screen • Clear codes and turn off the check engine light (MIL) after repair • MIL status and number of stored codes LIVE DATA & CHARTS • Dashboard with RPM, speed, coolant temperature, engine load, throttle position and more • Live data screen with real-time values for every supported sensor • Single and multi-sensor charts with min / avg / max values READINESS MONITORS & ECU • OBD-II readiness monitors before an emissions or smog inspection • ECU information MOTORBIT PRO (in-app purchase) • Performance estimates: 0-100 km/h, 0-60 mph, engine power, torque and braking distance • Freeze frame: the sensor snapshot saved when a fault was set • Emission readiness test • Fuel trim analysis (STFT / LTFT) • Driving statistics • Data recording with CSV and JSON export • PDF diagnostic report in your language • Vehicle information with VIN decoding • Custom PIDs and ELM327 terminal DEMO MODE No adapter yet? Try the app with simulated vehicle data. PRIVACY Your vehicle data stays on your iPhone. No ads. 12 LANGUAGES English, Turkish, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Dutch, Thai and Traditional Chinese. REQUIREMENTS • A Bluetooth LE (BLE) ELM327-compatible OBD-II adapter (sold separately) • A vehicle that supports OBD-II / EOBD • Available data depends on what your vehicle's ECU supports Do not use the app while driving. For serious faults, consult a qualified mechanic. Support: https://motorbit.o2canyon.com/support.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MotorBit at every 3 weeks against ScanMaster Lite's every 5 months. 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
Both are free to download. ScanMaster Lite sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and MotorBit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
ScanMaster Lite ships an update every 5 months, MotorBit every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ScanMaster Lite | MotorBit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SMART Technologies GmBH | Oguzcan Oruc |
In-app purchases
ScanMaster Lite
- Premium Weekly$2.997 Days
- Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
- Premium Lifetime$14.99
MotorBit
- MotorBit Pro$5.99
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