Comparison

Mirrox vs Bimmer Telemetry

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

Head to head
About

Mirrox

Features
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Mirrox is the remote desktop for your Mac that feels truly native. Connect to your Mac’s built-in Screen Sharing (VNC) over your local network or Tailscale and control it from your iPad or iPhone. Built entirely with native SwiftUI, Mirrox implements the complete VNC protocol in Swift with no third-party libraries, no cloud relay, and no account required. Your screen never leaves your network. // Find Your Mac Automatically Stop typing IP addresses. Mirrox automatically discovers Macs running Screen Sharing using Bonjour, fast local network scanning, and reachability checks for your Tailscale machines. Just tap your Mac and connect. // A Remote That Feels Physical β€’ Trackpad mode with precise relative cursor movement and edge-detection haptics β€’ Tap to click, drag to drag, long press or two-finger tap to right-click β€’ Two-finger scrolling, pinch to zoom into Retina detail, and smooth panning β€’ Crisp haptic feedback for clicks, scrolling, and screen edges β€’ Full keyboard support, including ⌘ Command, βŒ₯ Option, βŒƒ Control, function keys, and arrow keys // Mirrox Pro Features β€” In-App Purchase Required β€’ Smart Zoom β€” Double-tap any macOS window to instantly zoom into it. (Requires Mirrox Pro) β€’ Picture in Picture β€” Float your Mac above other iPad apps. (Requires Mirrox Pro) β€’ Multi-Mac β€” Connect several Macs and switch between them with a three-finger swipe. (Requires Mirrox Pro) β€’ iCloud Sync β€” Your saved Macs and settings stay synchronized across all your Apple devices. (Requires Mirrox Pro) // Private by Design No accounts. No analytics. No middleman servers. Mirrox talks directly to the Screen Sharing service built into macOS. Passwords are securely stored on your device and synchronized only through your private iCloud account. // Works Everywhere Native on iPad, iPhone, and Mac (Catalyst). // Getting Started On your Mac, enable Screen Sharing in: System Settings β†’ General β†’ Sharing Open Mirrox, tap your Mac, and you’re connected in seconds. *** Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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Bimmer Telemetry

Features
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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. Gasoline, 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 and iPad. SEE CHARGING AS IT HAPPENS β€’ Current charging power in kW β€’ AC or DC charging status β€’ Time to full and target charge β€’ Charging-port status UNDERSTAND YOUR BATTERY β€’ Current usable battery capacity in kWh β€’ State of charge and battery health β€’ High-voltage and 12 V battery data β€’ Electric range, consumption and mileage 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, while cached data remains on your device. TRY BEFORE YOU CONNECT Explore a realistic BMW iX in free Demo Mode - 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. CarData supports compatible BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and Toyota Supra vehicles; electrified models provide the richest experience. 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/

Screenshots

Mirrox3 screens
Bimmer Telemetry3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mirrox at none against Bimmer Telemetry's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. Bimmer Telemetry sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Mirrox asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Mirrox versus Bimmer Telemetry: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMirroxBimmer Telemetry
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.618.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size2 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAllwomenstalkDumitru Davidov

In-app purchases

None

Mirrox

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Bimmer Telemetry

Subscriptions1
  • Bimmer Telemetry Pro3 Days trial$3.991 Month

Questions

Is Mirrox free?
Mirrox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bimmer Telemetry free?
Bimmer Telemetry is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mirrox or Bimmer Telemetry have ads?
Neither Mirrox nor Bimmer Telemetry shows ads.

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