Comparison

CAN Scope vs J1939FaultCode

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

Head to head
About

CAN Scope

Features
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CAN Scope is a professional CAN bus monitoring, analysis, and communication app developed by GENEMEK. Access your CAN bus networks wirelessly via BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy). Real-Time Monitoring - View CAN messages instantly: ID, DLC, data (HEX/ASCII), timestamp, and period info - Two trace modes: Rolling and Fixed - Filter by CAN ID to focus on the messages that matter Message Transmission - Create up to 20 TX slots as CAN message templates - Single-shot or periodic transmission support - Standard (11-bit) and extended (29-bit) CAN frame support Advanced Bus Control - Wide baudrate range from 25 kbps to 1 Mbps, or enter a custom baudrate - Listen-Only mode for passive monitoring - Advanced bit timing configuration (BRP, TSEG1, TSEG2, SJW) - Live bus status, error counters, and statistics Logging & Sharing - Record CAN traffic to file - Export or share log files Configuration Management - Save, load, and update your TX slot layouts - Store different configurations for different projects Developed by GENEMEK.

About

J1939FaultCode

Features
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J1939 Fault Code Lookup is the offline diagnostic reference for commercial-vehicle technicians, fleet mechanics and field engineers. Decode SAE J1939 diagnostic trouble codes in seconds — no internet connection required. KEY FEATURES ■ SPN Search Look up Suspect Parameter Numbers by number or keyword. See full parameter definitions including unit, range and resolution. ■ FMI Reference Complete Failure Mode Identifier definitions (FMI 0–31), so you instantly understand the nature of the fault. ■ DTC Diagnosis Enter SPN + FMI and get the combined fault meaning, common root causes and practical repair suggestions. ■ Brand Fault Codes Cross-reference OEM codes from Cummins, Bosch, Weichai, Yuchai and common aftertreatment systems. ■ CAN Signal Database 2,900+ J1939 messages and 16,000+ signal definitions with start bit, length, scaling, offset, range and enum values — perfect for calibration and network troubleshooting. ■ Favorites & History Bookmark frequently used codes; your search history is saved automatically. ■ 100% Offline Every database is built into the app. Underground garage, remote job site, no signal — it just works. PRO UPGRADE (one-time purchase) • Removes all ads (banner + interstitial) • Unlimited signal database detail views (free tier: 3 per day) Buy once, keep forever. Family Sharing supported.

Screenshots

CAN Scope4 screens
J1939FaultCode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CAN Scope at none against J1939FaultCode's 1. CAN Scope also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). On price and iOS requirement 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. J1939FaultCode sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CAN Scope asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CAN Scope ships an update every 4 days, J1939FaultCode fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
CAN Scope versus J1939FaultCode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCAN ScopeJ1939FaultCode
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGEN ELEKTROMEKANIK SANAYI VE TICARET ANONIM SIRKETI洋 刘

In-app purchases

None

CAN Scope

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

J1939FaultCode

One-time1
  • J1939 Pro$2.99

Questions

Is CAN Scope free?
CAN Scope is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is J1939FaultCode free?
J1939FaultCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CAN Scope or J1939FaultCode have ads?
J1939FaultCode shows ads; CAN Scope does not.
Which is updated more often, CAN Scope or J1939FaultCode?
CAN Scope ships an update every 4 days, and J1939FaultCode fortnightly. Most recently, CAN Scope was updated on October 11, 2026 and J1939FaultCode on October 17, 2026.

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