Comparison

MotorBit vs ScanWrench

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

Head to head
About

MotorBit

Features
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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

About

ScanWrench

Features
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CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON? START HERE. Connect your compatible OBD2 scanner, tap Scan, and see the code, what it may mean, and the cheapest useful test to run next. ONE SCAN SHOWS YOU • The code your car returned • How urgent the returned code may be • The cheapest useful test to run next • Which electronic systems were checked • Which systems were not checked NO GUESSWORK A trouble code is a clue, not proof that a part is bad. ScanWrench keeps the code, freeze frame, readiness, and supporting readings together so you can test before buying parts. HONEST COVERAGE Standard engine codes and manufacturer-specific systems are not the same thing. ABS, airbag, stability-control, and other enhanced reads appear only when the exact car, scanner, and read are supported. An unchecked system is never shown as clear. SAVE AND SHARE Keep scan results on your device and create a readable PDF when you need to show a mechanic, seller, or buyer what the car returned. YOUR DATA, YOUR CHOICE Use optional account features, keep scans only on this device, or choose Save Nothing. ScanWrench explains what will be sent before anything leaves your phone. FREE INCLUDES Get 3 complete scans each month, scanner checks, code reading, carefully gated code clearing, live-data preview, and offline receipt verification. Bring your own compatible Bluetooth Low Energy or Wi-Fi OBD scanner. ScanWrench does not sell hardware. Manufacturer-specific data is available only for exact supported configurations. Use ScanWrench while safely parked. It is an informational diagnostic tool, not a physical inspection, guaranteed repair, or substitute for a qualified professional. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

MotorBit4 screens
ScanWrench4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: ScanWrench at 3 against MotorBit's 1. ScanWrench also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. MotorBit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and ScanWrench sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MotorBit ships an update every 3 weeks, ScanWrench every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
MotorBit versus ScanWrench: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMotorBitScanWrench
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.415.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOguzcan OrucJoshua Black

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MotorBit

One-time1
  • MotorBit Pro$5.99
5 purchases

ScanWrench

Subscriptions4
  • ScanWrench Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
  • ScanWrench Shop Monthly$49.991 Month
  • ScanWrench Pro Annual$79.991 Year
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  • ScanWrench Shop Annual$399.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Founders Lifetime$499.99

Questions

Is MotorBit free?
MotorBit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScanWrench free?
ScanWrench is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MotorBit or ScanWrench have ads?
Neither MotorBit nor ScanWrench shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MotorBit or ScanWrench?
MotorBit ships an update every 3 weeks, and ScanWrench every 2 weeks. Most recently, MotorBit was updated on November 9, 2026 and ScanWrench on November 10, 2026.

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