Torque Genie vs OpenOBD
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Torque Genie
Easily find exact tightening torques for your car or motorcycle. Get reliable, understandable information adapted to your vehicle model in seconds using AI and a simple interface. Ideal for DIY mechanics and enthusiasts.
- AI-powered torque specifications
- Vehicle-specific data retrieval
- Simple, intuitive interface
- Torque values in Nm
- Mounting advice included
- No registration or ads
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Torque Genie : the must-have app for DIY mechanics to find the tightening torque of your vehicle, car or motorcycle, in seconds. Thanks to a real-time web search and an ultra-simple interface, get reliable, understandable and model-specific information in just a few taps. How does it work? 1. Select your vehicle characteristics (make, model, engine). 2. Choose the part you need (brakes, engine, suspension...). 3. Torque Genie fetches the tightening torque in Nm and useful installation tips for you. Behind the scenes, a real research workflow Every displayed value comes from a real-time web search based on your request (brand, model, engine, category and component). The web is scanned, multiple technical sources are aggregated and cross-checked, then a structured result is returned. Each answer includes a confidence index and complementary details for a transparent reading. Why Torque Genie? • Ultra simple: no account, no ads, no complicated options. • Accurate and transparent: a confidence index and details on every value. • Fast: perfect for a quick check mid-repair. Reliability & limits Data may contain approximations and is not an official manufacturer reference. Always check the official technical documentation (workshop manual, TSB) before any critical intervention. Who is it for? • DIY mechanics who want to be guided safely. • Home tinkerers who want to avoid mistakes and incorrect tightening. • Automotive enthusiasts who love to understand and do things themselves. Your privacy first No personal data is collected: no tracking, no analytics, no crash reporting. Your search history stays stored locally on your device. Torque Genie helps you save time, make your work more reliable and work with confidence.
OpenOBD
Transform your iPhone into a real-time car dashboard. Connect an OBD2 adapter to monitor live engine data, track your trips with GPS, and diagnose fault codes with clear explanations. Explore all features in demo mode without hardware.
- Live engine data monitoring
- Real-time speed, RPM, temperature gauges
- Trip logging with GPS mapping
- Read and clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)
- Vehicle information display
- Demo mode for exploration
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OpenOBD turns your iPhone into a real-time car dashboard. Connect any ELM327 OBD2 adapter (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) and see what your car is really doing — live. LIVE ENGINE DATA • Speed, RPM, coolant temperature, intake, throttle, engine load, battery voltage and more • 50+ sensors with gauges you pick and reorder yourself • Instant and average fuel consumption • Tap any gauge for a live 60-second chart CARPLAY • A live 8-tile dashboard on your car's built-in screen • Start and stop trip recording without touching your phone DIAGNOSTICS • Read and clear fault codes (DTCs) with plain-language explanations • For common codes: what it means, how urgent it is, what to do next • Emissions readiness monitors before an inspection • Freeze frame — the sensor values from the moment the fault occurred • Vehicle info: VIN, fuel type, supported sensors TRIP LOGGING • Automatically record your drives with the GPS route on a map • Keeps recording in the background, even with the screen locked • Distance, duration, speed and fuel for every trip • Export any trip as CSV or GPX CAR HEALTH TOOLS • Battery and charging test: state of charge, alternator and cranking check • Diesel and DPF pre-check from standard, read-only OBD evidence • Used car check before you buy • Measure 0-100 km/h acceleration and 100-0 km/h braking • Live alerts for overheating and low voltage, in plain language BUILT FOR DRIVERS • Beautiful dark interface designed for the car • Over 40 languages, metric and imperial units • Works with affordable ELM327 adapters — no subscription, no account, no ads • Your data stays on your phone TRY IT WITHOUT HARDWARE • Tap Connect, then Demo Mode, to explore every feature with simulated live data OpenOBD is not affiliated with any car manufacturer. An OBD2 adapter (sold separately) is required to read data from your vehicle. Most petrol cars built after 2001 and diesels after 2004 are supported. The battery, diesel and used-car results are read-only pre-checks and do not replace a professional inspection.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: OpenOBD at Free against Torque Genie's $8.99. OpenOBD also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
OpenOBD is free to download; Torque Genie costs $8.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Torque Genie ships an update fortnightly, OpenOBD every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Torque Genie | OpenOBD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $8.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 4.8 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 49 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pierre-Hugues Laune | Osman Cengeri |
Customer experience
Torque Genie
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In-app purchases
Torque Genie
No in-app purchases
OpenOBD
No in-app purchases
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