SmartScanPro Bimmer vs Bimmer Telemetry
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SmartScanPro Bimmer
Access real-time vehicle data and perform full system scans to detect and diagnose fault codes. Get detailed engineering descriptions and recommended fixes instantly. Connects via OBD2 adapters for comprehensive car diagnostics.
- Real-time live data stream
- Full system scan for fault codes
- Local database of 9,900+ factory codes
- Detailed engineering descriptions
- Recommended fixes for codes
- Connects via OBD2 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
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SmartScanPro — Professional diagnostics and real-time live data stream for your vehicle.The app connects to your car via OBD2 Wi-Fi or Bluetooth adapters and grants you instant access to vital factory parameters in real time (Live Stream: RPM, Fuel Rail Pressure, Throttle Position, Turbo Boost Pressure, Engine and Oil Temperature).Utilizing the Full System Scan feature, the app checks every electronic control unit (DME, EGS, ACSM, DSC, TRSVC, FZD) to detect hidden active fault codes. Thanks to a local database of over 9,900 factory codes, you will receive detailed engineering descriptions and recommended fixes instantly on your screen.Subscription Information: • Payments will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period ($1.99/mo). • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. • Privacy Policy: https://apple.com • Terms of Use (EULA): https://apple.com Terms of Use (EULA): https://apple.com Privacy Policy: https://apple.com
Bimmer Telemetry
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SEE YOUR BATTERY’S CURRENT CAPACITY On compatible electric and plug-in hybrid BMW models, see the current usable battery capacity in kWh and live charging power – not just a percentage. Bimmer Telemetry is made for more than EVs. Petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric: view every supported signal your vehicle provides, from tyres, doors and climate to location, actual mileage and upcoming service. No OBD dongle, cable or extra hardware is needed. Connect remotely through your own BMW CarData account and turn official vehicle signals into a clear, elegant dashboard on iPhone, iPad and iPhone Duo. SEE CHARGING AS IT HAPPENS • Current charging power in kW • AC or DC charging status • Time to full and target charge • Charging-port status UNDERSTAND YOUR BATTERY • Current usable battery capacity in kWh • State of charge and battery health • High-voltage and 12 V battery data • Electric range, consumption and mileage CHARGING HISTORY AND TYRE HEALTH • Every charging session from the last 30 days: energy added, duration, peak power, start and end charge, and where you charged • Smart Maintenance tyre diagnosis: wear, defects, season, dimensions and the mileage left until replacement • Saved charging locations with their charging windows, current limits and plug type • Vehicle details: model, series, body type, colour, build date and gross battery capacity APPLE INTELLIGENCE AND SIRI • A two-sentence, plain-language summary of your car’s state, generated entirely on device with Apple Intelligence – nothing leaves your iPhone (iOS 26 or later on supported devices) • Ask Siri “Check my BMW in Bimmer Telemetry”, or add the action to Shortcuts, Spotlight and the Action button, and hear battery, range and charging state in seconds MADE FOR EVERY SCREEN • Arrange the dashboard tiles in your own order by dragging (iOS 27) • A two-column dashboard on iPad and on iPhone Duo when unfolded; the layout follows the window as you fold, split or resize • Toolbars and the tab bar tuck away while you scroll, so the data stays front and centre MORE THAN A CHARGING SCREEN Check doors, windows, locks, trunk, hood and alarm status. View measured and target tyre pressure, tyre temperature, climate data, cabin and exterior temperature, and more. See your vehicle on a live map and open its location in Apple Maps. EVERY VALUE EXPLAINED Tap any data point for a description based on BMW’s Telematics Data Catalogue. No more guessing what a signal means. PRIVATE BY DESIGN There are no developer accounts, ads, analytics or tracking SDKs. Vehicle data travels directly between your device and BMW CarData and is never sent to our servers. Tokens stay in the iOS Keychain, cached data stays on your device, and the Apple Intelligence summary is computed on device. TRY BEFORE YOU CONNECT Explore a realistic BMW iX in free Demo Mode – including charging history, tyres and vehicle details – no account required. Bimmer Telemetry Pro unlocks your own vehicle with a one-month free trial, followed by a monthly subscription. SETUP AND COMPATIBILITY Connecting your vehicle requires your own BMW CarData account and a free Client ID. Step-by-step guidance is included. Availability varies by market, and the data BMW provides varies by model: charging history, tyre diagnosis and charging locations appear when your vehicle supports them. CarData supports compatible BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and Toyota Supra vehicles; electrified models provide the richest experience. Available in 14 languages. Bimmer Telemetry is an independent app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by BMW AG or the other vehicle manufacturers mentioned. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
SmartScanPro Bimmer and Bimmer Telemetry are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. SmartScanPro Bimmer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Bimmer Telemetry sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | SmartScanPro Bimmer | Bimmer Telemetry |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Giorgi Gogia | Dumitru Davidov |
In-app purchases
SmartScanPro Bimmer
- Premium Pack$1.991 Month
- Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
Bimmer Telemetry
- Bimmer Telemetry Pro3 Days trial$3.991 Month
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