SmartZDOBD vs NOX TESTER
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SmartZDOBD
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C001 is an intelligent diagnostic tool designed specifically for professional auto repair technicians, integrating fault detection, action testing, and parameter calibration. By connecting to the vehicle's OBD-II interface via Bluetooth, it turns your iPhone into a professional diagnostic device in seconds, allowing you to solve auto repair problems anytime, anywhere. Key Features: Intelligent Fault Diagnosis Quickly read vehicle "identity": Rapidly and accurately read version information of core systems such as the vehicle's ECU, engine, and transmission. Keep track of the vehicle's "health records" in real-time, detect the need for software updates at the first time, and provide a reliable basis for maintenance decisions. Action Test Mode Perform actuator action tests, including DPF regeneration and urea injection tests. Parameter Calibration Tool One-click modification of VIN code. Maintenance Knowledge Base Built-in in-depth analysis library for common faults, covering mainstream vehicle models. Advantages Compact and portable, ready at all times: Put professional diagnostic equipment in your pocket. There's no need to carry bulky instruments – just a mobile phone allows you to carry out diagnostic work anytime, anywhere, making your maintenance services more flexible and timely.
NOX TESTER
This diagnostic tool tests NOx sensors by connecting to the sensor's circuit board and probe. It activates the sensor, collects data on NOx and oxygen levels for three minutes, and analyzes the results to identify faults and generate a report.
- Connects to NOx sensor via diagnostic harness
- Communicates via CAN signals
- Tests sensor circuit board and detection probe
- Activates NOx sensor
- Collects NOx and oxygen concentration data
- Analyzes data and generates test reports
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The NOx SENSOR TESTER is a specialized testing device for NOx sensors. It connects to the sensor via a dedicated diagnostic harness. The self-developed APP+ diagnostic device communicates with the NOx sensor via CAN signals, testing the sensor circuit board and detection probe. Upon successful communication, a working command can be sent to activate the NOx sensor. The probe will then start heating up and, once it reaches its operating temperature, will continuously collect NOx values and oxygen concentration. The testing process takes 3 minutes, during which the device analyzes the collected data to determine the sensor's condition, identifies the cause of any faults, and generates a test report.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SmartZDOBD at 12.0 against NOX TESTER's 15.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SmartZDOBD ships an update every 2 weeks, NOX TESTER every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SmartZDOBD | NOX TESTER |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 深圳市正德友邦科技有限公司 | Proformance Diagnostics LLC |
In-app purchases
SmartZDOBD
No in-app purchases
NOX TESTER
No in-app purchases









