Comparison

GOOLOO OBD vs Bin Buddy

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

Head to head
About

GOOLOO OBD

This app transforms your phone into a powerful car diagnostic tool via Bluetooth. It offers comprehensive system checks, full OBD2 functions, and specialized maintenance services for a wide range of vehicle brands.

Highlights
  • Full System Diagnosis
  • Full OBD2 Functions
  • 6 Special Maintenance Functions
  • Repair Data Library
  • AutoVIN Vehicle Identification
  • Bluetooth 5.0 Wireless Connection
  • Diagnostic Report Generation
Features
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Easily link the app with your Phone using Bluetooth, transforming your devices into a smart and high-powered diagnostic tool! Packed with essential features like complete OBDII functionality, all system diagnosis, AutoVIN, automatic diagnostic reports, and more, this Bluetooth OBDII scan tool is a must-have for your car. Its versatility shines through with 6 maintenance service functions and coverage for over 80 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, 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. 6 Special Functions: Perform Oil Reset, Throttle Adaptation, EPB Reset, BMS Reset, and more. 4. Repair Data Library: Includes DTC Repair Guide, Technical Service Bulletin, DLC Location, Warning Light Library. 5. AutoVIN: Enables automatic vehicle identification for quick diagnosis. 6. Wireless Connection: Utilizes Bluetooth 5.0 with a range of 33 feet/10m. 7. Graphs, Values, and Dashboard-like Data Display: Ensures easy interpretation of information. 8. Generate Diagnostic Reports: Obtain detailed reports for Systems, Fault Codes, or Data Streams EULA:https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Bin Buddy

This app helps expats in Korea correctly sort and dispose of trash. It uses AI to identify waste items and provides step-by-step disposal instructions in English, tailored to district-specific rules. Avoid fines and confusion with this essential tool for navigating Korea's recycling system.

Highlights
  • AI-powered trash recognition
  • English disposal instructions
  • District-specific recycling rules
  • Scan history
  • Multi-language support
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NEVER GET YELLED AT FOR BAD RECYCLING AGAIN Living in Korea is amazing until you have to throw away trash. Different colored bags. Strict schedules. Korean-only labels. Angry notes from neighbors. Fines up to 1,000,000 won. Sound familiar? We built Bin Buddy because we lived it. Now you do not have to stress anymore. Important: Bin Buddy includes paid features available via subscription. Free access may be limited. HOW IT WORKS (PAID FEATURES) 1. SNAP - Point your camera at any piece of trash 2. SCAN - Our AI identifies the material in under 2 seconds 3. SORT - Get step-by-step disposal instructions in English These features require an active subscription. No more guessing. No more anxiety. No more fines. WHY EXPATS LOVE BIN BUDDY (SUBSCRIPTION FEATURES) AI-POWERED RECOGNITION (Paid) Our AI has been trained on 100,000+ images of trash commonly found in Korea, with up to 98 percent accuracy on everyday items, from convenience store packaging to electronics. DISTRICT-SPECIFIC RULES (Paid) Recycling rules vary by district. We provide location-aware disposal instructions for all 25 Seoul districts. Expanding to Busan, Incheon, and Daegu soon. MULTI-LANGUAGE SUPPORT (Paid) Clear, easy-to-follow instructions in English and Korean. Ideal for showing building staff or neighbors. SCAN HISTORY (Paid) Review items you have scanned before and instantly see disposal instructions again. WORKS OFFLINE (Coming Soon, Paid) Download your district rules and use the app without internet for common items. PERFECT FOR English teachers and ESL instructors Exchange students and university students Digital nomads and remote workers Military personnel and families Business professionals on assignment Anyone navigating Korea's recycling system OUR MISSION Korea is one of the cleanest and most beautiful countries in the world. We want to help keep it that way. Bin Buddy helps foreigners recycle correctly so everyone can do their part. Built with love in Seoul for the global community. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Some features require a paid subscription. Subscription options and pricing are shown in the app before purchase. Download Bin Buddy now and scan your first item in under 30 seconds. Questions? Email us at hello@koreatrash.com Terms of Use: https://koreatrash.com/terms

Screenshots

GOOLOO OBD4 screens
Bin Buddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Bin Buddy at 5.0 against GOOLOO OBD's 1.0. Bin Buddy also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). GOOLOO OBD's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). On price, ratings volume, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GOOLOO OBD sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Bin Buddy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bin Buddy holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GOOLOO OBD ships an update every 3 months, Bin Buddy every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 4, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
GOOLOO OBD versus Bin Buddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGOOLOO OBDBin Buddy
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size1.6 GB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChangsha Angsi E-commerce Co., Ltd.Chris DeWeese

Customer experience

GOOLOO OBD

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bin Buddy

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

In-app purchases

10 purchases

GOOLOO OBD

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Auto-renewal$4.991 Month
  • Annual Auto-renewal$29.991 Year
One-time8
  • Renault Gateway 5 Tokens$147.99
  • Nissan Gateway 5 Tokens (EU only)$147.99
  • FCA Gateway 1-year Access (EU only)$229.99
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  • VW SFD Gateway 1-year Access$229.99
  • Renault Gateway 10 Tokens$254.99
  • Nissan Gateway 10 Tokens (EU only)$254.99
  • Renault Gateway 20 Tokens$464.99
  • Nissan Gateway 20 Tokens (EU only)$464.99
2 purchases

Bin Buddy

Subscriptions2
  • BinBuddy Monthly$0.991 Month
  • BinBuddy Yearly$7.991 Year

Questions

Is GOOLOO OBD free?
GOOLOO OBD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bin Buddy free?
Bin Buddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, GOOLOO OBD or Bin Buddy?
Bin Buddy is rated higher. GOOLOO OBD averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Bin Buddy averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do GOOLOO OBD or Bin Buddy have ads?
Neither GOOLOO OBD nor Bin Buddy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GOOLOO OBD or Bin Buddy?
GOOLOO OBD ships an update every 3 months, and Bin Buddy every 5 weeks. Most recently, GOOLOO OBD was updated on September 4, 2026 and Bin Buddy on September 23, 2026.

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