Notivera vs simos.app
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Notivera
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simos.app
This tool provides diagnostic, data logging, and flashing capabilities for VAG petrol engines with specific Simos ECUs. Monitor real-time engine parameters, analyze recorded sessions with graphs, and update your ECU with stock or custom tunes.
- Real-time ECU parameter monitoring
- Live data logging via Bluetooth LE
- ECU identification (software/calibration IDs)
- Multi-channel graph analysis of logged sessions
- ECU and TCU flashing (stock and custom tunes)
- Support for Simos 18.x and 12.1 ECUs
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simos.app is a diagnostic, data logging and flashing tool built specifically for VAG petrol engines running Simos 18.1, 18.2, 18.6, 18.10 and Simos 12.1 ECUs. The platforms found in most modern TSI and TFSI engines across Audi, VW, Škoda, SEAT, Cupra and Porsche. LIVE DATA LOGGING Read ECU parameters directly in real time. Monitor boost pressure, injection timing, lambda, temperatures, torque and more at high sample rates over a Bluetooth LE connection. ECU IDENTIFICATION Read software versions, calibration IDs and hardware info straight from the control unit. LOG ANALYSIS Visualize recorded sessions with multi-channel graphs. Spot correlations between parameters without leaving the app. FLASHING Update your ECU and TCU to the latest version for your vehicle or flash a custom tune. Full features available for Simos 18.1/18.10 and 18.6. Flashing stock files or pre-unlocked ecus for Simos 18.2, 18.4, 18.41 and Simos 12.1. –– Built for enthusiasts, tuners and workshops who need more than a generic scan tool. Basic knowledge of ECU diagnostics is recommended. This app is for informational and diagnostic purposes only. Any modifications to vehicle systems are the sole responsibility of the user and must comply with local laws and regulations. –– Bluetooth LE OBD adapter required. Get yours here: https://simos.app/dongle Other compatible adapters: Macchina A0, DIY A0 clone https://github.com/Switchleg1/AMAleg require custom firmware: https://simos.app/dongle/firmware
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Notivera at none against simos.app's 3. Notivera also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). simos.app's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months). On price and ads 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. simos.app sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Notivera asks for nothing beyond the download.
Notivera ships an update every 2 months, simos.app every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Notivera | simos.app |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 71 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Notivera | Tycho Sebastian Holzer |
In-app purchases
Notivera
No in-app purchases
simos.app
- App VIN Unlock$17.99
- Wizard: Pops & Bangs - Single Bin$17.99
- Stage 1 Bin$179.99
